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Investment in data centres investments offer many opportunities, including better data security, efficiency of data processing, enabling a range of modern industries, high levels of foreign investment into Australia, and jobs creation.

The Manager Data Centre Policy leads the energy policy responses to the establishment of data centres in Victoria and Australia. This role leads a small team to assess and address the challenges and opportunities that data centres present for the energy transition, including energy security and energy prices, and deliver timely policy reform.

The role requires excellent facilitation, engagement and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to influence. You will work independently and sustain a high level of drive and commitment as well as having integrity and resilience, and build trust through consistent actions, values and communication.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

This is a fixed term position available until 30 June 2026. The work location for this position is 8 Nicholson Street, East Melbourne 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.

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

How to Apply:

If you are a current DEECA employee, please apply via DEECA Careers.

Applications close 11.59pm on Sunday, 28 December 2025.

All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We are unable to consider email or manual applications at this time.

Other relevant information:

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.

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. For more information visit applying for a role with us.