AddressThe position of Senior Policy Officer is in the Regulatory Policy and Programs division and plays a key advisory and leadership role in the management of animal biosecurity policy and legislation. The Senior Policy Officer will be responsible for leading animal biosecurity policy projects including regulatory amendments. The position will also contribute to biosecurity incident preparedness and response.
The successful applicant will have the ability to work well in a multidisciplinary team environment as well as drive their own work program. To be successful you will also need to display a ‘can-do' attitude and the capacity to actively contribute to developing a culture of excellence, collaboration and integrity. The successful applicant will enjoy flexible work arrangements and have the opportunity to undertake a wide range of work across the division.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
- A veterinary medicine, veterinary science, agricultural science or public/veterinary health policy tertiary degree is mandatory. Further studies in policy, animal disease, or areas relevant to the accountabilities would be well regarded.
This is Ongoing position. The work location for this position is in Attwood 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.
For further information please refer to the attached position description.
Applications close at midnight on Monday, 8 July 2024.
Other relevant information
For this particular vacancy, priority consideration applies to Victorian Public Service (VPS) and select employees of the Victorian Public Sector who apply through the Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) jobs board platform.
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.
