Are you interested in helping to shape responses to climate change for the agriculture sector across Victoria and Australia. We are looking for an energetic team player to develop advice on reducing Victoria's agricultural emissions and to support increased national coordination on the climate change issues facing agricultural industries.

As Senior Policy Analyst you will work with another team member to lead the development of a commercialisation framework. This will establish actions for government and industry to accelerate the availability of emissions reducing solutions for the Victorian agriculture sector by 2030. In doing so, it will contribute to a shared government and industry priority for the sector to take ambitious climate action while maintaining productivity and profitability.

You will also be the key point of coordination for engagement with the Commonwealth and other jurisdictions on agriculture climate change issues, including providing advice on strategic priorities and preparing briefings for senior executives to support their attendance at Agriculture Senior Officials Committee and related interjurisdictional governance groups.

You will be strong analytically and have experience in researching and collaborating to develop policy recommendations to satisfy a complex group of stakeholders. You will display a ‘can-do' attitude and actively contribute to developing a culture of excellence, responsiveness and flexibility.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• A relevant tertiary degree, such as in economics, climate policy, agriculture or public policy, would be well regarded as would knowledge of agriculture policy, climate policy or other related area, or experience with interjurisdictional policy making.

This is a fixed term position available for a period from 15 September 2025 until 24 July 2026. The work location for this position is 8 Nicholson Street, Melbourne (flexible) with hybrid work arrangements available.

To be considered for this position, applicants are encouraged to submit a resume and cover letter (no longer than 2 pages) summarising their skills and relevant experience.

Please refer to the Key Selection Criteria provided in the Position Description, including the mandatory requirements.

Applications close at midnight on Thursday, 17th July 2025.

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Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a National Police Check.

To be eligible for appointment to this role, applicants will possess corresponding work rights for the advertised employment period. Appointment to an ongoing position is only available to an Australian/New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.

A Diverse, Inclusive and Flexible Workplace

DEECA welcomes applicants from a diverse range of backgrounds and we focus on the essential requirements of the job and being consistent and fair in our treatment of all applicants. We also understand that a balanced life is important to our employees. Talk to us about our flexible options such as working some days from home, starting early or late, working part time, job sharing or accessing paid or unpaid leave.