Manager, Climate Science and Impacts

Use your leadership skills to help Victoria build climate resilienceThe Climate Action and Circular Economy Division is seeking a Manager for the Climate Science and Impacts team in the Climate Action and Circular Economy Division. The role plays a critical part in building Victoria's climate resilience by ensuring that Victorian Government policies and operations are informed by best available climate science. If you are able to critically engage with complex scientific evidence and analysis and build relationships to apply it in a dynamic policy environment then this is the role for you.The position leads the Climate Science and Impacts Team in a supportive and high performing division within DEECA. You will lead a multi-disciplinary team that provides advice on climate change science, data and communications and works with partners to inform science-based decision-making on climate change across Victoria.To be successful in this position you will have proven ability to lead a team, think critically, build support and achieve outcomes. You will have a flexible and responsive attitude to your work.Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications High level knowledge, skills and experience with policy analysis and advice is desirableExperience undertaking engagement with stakeholders across government, industry and the community on complex policy issues is desirableA well-developed understanding of Victorian Government policy processes is desirableDemonstrated experience and/or knowledge of climate science, data and science communications is highly desirable.Tertiary qualification(s) in a relevant field are mandatory, and a postgraduate qualification is desirable. This is a fixed term position available until 30 September 2025. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria 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, 09 September 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 .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.