Executive Assistant

Are you a highly organised professional who thrives in a fast-paced executive environment? We are seeking an exceptional Executive Assistant to support the Executive Director, Consumer, Community and First Peoples’ Energy Transition within DEECA’s Energy Group. This fixed-term full-time VPS4 opportunity offers the chance to contribute to some of Victoria’s most significant energy transition initiatives. 

In this role you will manage complex calendars, coordinate meetings and events including preparation of agendas, minute taking and follow-up, prepare high-quality correspondence and briefing materials, monitor workflows and priorities, and act as a key liaison across government, industry and community stakeholders.

Success requires outstanding organisational skills, sound judgment, discretion and the ability to manage competing priorities with professionalism and attention to detail. You will be proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused, with strong written and verbal communication skills and a commitment to delivering excellent service.

This is a unique opportunity to work at the centre of Victoria’s energy transition agenda, supporting initiatives that help deliver better outcomes for consumers, communities and First Peoples. You will join a collaborative, high-performing team and gain exposure to complex policy, stakeholder engagement and executive decision-making processes.

If you are an experienced executive support professional who enjoys working in a dynamic environment and is passionate about making a difference for Victoria, we encourage you to apply.

Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications

• Executive administration experience desirable.

This is a fixed term position available until 01 October 2027. 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. 

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Applications close 11.59pm on Tuesday, 18 August 2026. 

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.

An inclusive, culturally safe and flexible workplace

DEECA fosters an inclusive workplace culture and is committed to a fair, accessible, and equitable recruitment process.

We strongly encourage Aboriginal and or Torres Strait Islander people to apply.  We recognise the strengths, knowledge and perspectives First Nations people bring and DEECA is committed to a culturally safe and respectful workplace.  If you need support to participate, please contact ***************@deeca.vic.gov.au.

We support flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work, varied hours, part-time work and job sharing.  For more information about our recruitment processes, visit applying for a role with us.