Local recruitment: Portfolio Analyst

Position Details

Join a dynamic team within Victoria’s Water and Catchments Group dedicated to shaping the future of water governance. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to critical decision-making processes that impact Victoria’s water resources. You will work in a supportive and collaborative environment where you can apply and develop your skills in financial analysis and stakeholder management.

We offer:

• Flexible Work Environment: Enjoy flexible working arrangements that promote work-life balance.
• Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth and development within a supportive team environment.
• Impactful Work: Play a crucial role in driving informed decision-making by providing data-driven insights into financial performance and trends
• Apply now and be part of a team that values integrity, collaboration, and innovation.

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 an ongoing position. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria/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 Thursday, 14 November 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.