Job type: Full time
Job classification: VPSG3
Contact: Kirsty Savage | 0437 166 092
VPS 3 Portfolio Analyst Position Description.docx
Job Description
Location: Melbourne | CBD
Job type: Full time
Organisation: Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action
Salary: $73,842 – $89,661
Occupation: Finance
Reference: VG/50946521
The Portfolio Analyst will support the Sector Engagement and Performance Team in the ongoing effective governance and compliance of Victoria’s water sector. This position will assist with the review of water entity business cases, financial management reporting and other commercial compliance, as well as preparing high quality written products such as briefings, correspondence and reports.
This role will suit a recent graduate or career professional with a tertiary qualification in accounting, finance or equivalent, and has the ability to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with key stakeholders within the water sector.
This position offers a chance to join an inclusive team within a flexible and supportive environment and the opportunity for growth and development in a diverse and innovative sector.
Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications
- A tertiary qualification (or working towards a qualification) in accounting, business, finance, economics, business administration or equivalent (required).
- Demonstrated business understanding and commercial acumen (desirable).
- A sound understanding of and experience in the public sector, including knowledge and experience with the structure of government and decision-making processes (desirable).
- Demonstrated understanding of Victorian water frameworks (desirable).
This is a fixed term position available for a period of 3 years. 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.
For further information please refer to the attached position description.
Applications close at midnight on Wednesday, 22 March 2023.
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. Recruitment is subject to the prospective employee confirming their vaccination status as up to date (3 doses) or providing evidence that they are medically exempt.
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.
