Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: 2276

The Senior Policy Officer provides expert, authoritative and timely policy advice to the Minister, the Department's executive and other government departments, undertakes consultation across government and with external stakeholders to inform advice to the Minister and the Department's executive and manage work programs and deliverables for complex policy projects within tight timelines.

The position is a key part of a Marine, Coast and Land Policy team that develops policies, strategies and advice to support the sustainable management and use of Victoria's public land, including marine and coastal environments.

The team oversees key policies such as the Marine and Coastal Policy 2020 and Strategy 2022, delivers projects and ongoing advice aligned with government priorities, and supports the work of Victoria's Saltwater Council and Traditional Owner Sea Country Partnership.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

- Experience in undertaking complex policy analysis and providing high level policy adviceisdesirable
- High level knowledge, skills and experience with policy analysis and advice in a relevant subject areaisdesirable
- Experience undertaking engagement with stakeholders across government, industry and the community on complex policy issues is desirable.
- A well-developed understanding of Victorian Government policy processesisdesirable.
- Knowledgeofpublic land managementisdesirable
- Tertiary qualification(s) including post-graduate qualification(s)



in social sciences, public policy, natural resources and environmental management, law or similarare desirable.

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

Applications close 11.59pm on Tuesday, 29 September 2026.

Preferred candidates will be required to undertake pre-employment screening, including a Declaration and Consent form and a Nationally Coordinated Criminal History 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.

An inclusive, culturally secure and flexible workplace

DEECA fosters an inclusive workplace culture and is committed to a fair, accessible, and equitable recruitment process.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people to apply. We recognise the strengths, knowledge and perspectives First Nations people bring and DEECA is committed to a culturally safe and respectful workplace. If you need support to participate, please contact [email protected] .

We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work, varied hours, part-time work and job sharing. For more information about our recruitment processes, visit applying for a role with us .

Applications close Tuesday 29 September 2026 at 11.59pm

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📌 Senior Policy Officer (Marine, Coast and Land Policy) (Melbourne)
🏢 State Government Of Victoria, Australia
📍 Melbourne