About ARENA ARENA is at the forefront of Australia’s renewable energy transition, funding and supporting cutting-edge solutions that make real impact. By investing in cutting edge technologies, sharing insights with the market and collaborating with industry leaders, we’re accelerating progress towards a cleaner, more sustainable future. Every role here contributes to meaningful change and shapes Australia’s transition to renewable energy.

Join our purpose-driven team where innovation thrives and your work matters. With a values-driven culture built on knowledge sharing and impact, we offer an advancing environment where you can grow your skills, expand your expertise in the renewable energy sector and make a lasting positive impact.

ARENA’s vision for reconciliation is that First Nations communities thrive through, and as a result of, the transition to a net zero future. ARENA is working to build capability that supports the agency to identify opportunities for First Nations communities to have greater participation and leadership in Australia’s clean energy transition. As we move forward, ARENA will continue to find opportunities, through our grant process and other avenues, for First Nations People to shape and lead their own role in the clean energy transition.

About the position The Assistant Director,



Government Relations works closely with the Director to deliver ARENA’s government relations strategy by coordinating high-quality engagement, briefing and intelligence products. The role works across ARENA and the Australian Government to provide practical advice, maintain effective stakeholder relationships, monitor parliamentary and policy developments, and ensure government engagement is timely, coordinated and aligned with ARENA’s statutory role and strategic objectives.

How to apply

Download and read the Position Description.

Applicants must be Australian Citizens and will be required to undergo a national police check.

Please include a short (no more than one page) cover letter addressing your suitability for the role.

Please apply with your CV and cover letter by Wednesday 26 August 2026 5:00PM AEST.

Employment framework and classification

ARENA employees are engaged under the Australian Renewable Energy Agency Act 2011. They are not the same as Australian Public Service (APS) employees, who are employed under the Public Service Act 1999. ARENA’s employment conditions and classifications may differ from those of APS departments and agencies.

Positions are classified based on the nature and scope of the duties required to be performed. Job level and remuneration are determined with regard to:

the complexity of the role the level of responsibility the skills and capabilities require

📌 Assistant Director, Government Relations (Canberra)
🏢 Australian Renewable Energy Agency (ARENA)
📍 Canberra