Environment, Planning and Sustainable Development

Climate Change and Energy

Climate Change Policy

Director, Emissions Reduction Policy

Senior Officer Grade B

Salary Range: $135,355 - $152,377  (PN: 45704)

The Climate Change and Energy Division is looking for a proven leader to drive policy outcomes relating to the continued implementation of the ACT Government’s Climate Change Strategy and analysis relating to the ACT’s emissions inventory and projected emissions on the pathway to achieving net zero by 2045. 

The successful applicant will work in partnership with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders to deliver policy outputs and outcomes and play a key role in shaping the ACT’s nation leading climate change agenda.

The Climate Change and Energy Division delivers a comprehensive set of policies, programs, and community engagement activities to reach net zero emissions by 2045. This work is done is in collaboration with all sectors including government, non-government, business, community, and households. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of Canberra’s climate action and have a direct positive impact for the local community.

The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ are encouraged to apply.

Notes:  A Merit Pool will be established from this selection process and will be used to fill vacancies over the next 12 months.

How to Apply: For further information, please visit www.jobs.act.gov.au

Contact Officer: Carolyn Goonrey (02) 6207 6858 Carolyn.Goonrey@act.gov.au

Applications Close: 15 December 2022