The Climate Change Authority (the Authority) is a statutory body established under the Climate Change Authority Act 2011 to provide independent expert advice to the Australian Government on climate change policy and how Australia is progressing towards a prosperous and resilient economic transition to net zero emissions. The Systems and Science Branch ensure the Authority's work is grounded in the latest science, the global context, and systems thinking approaches. The Branch delivers high quality, well-managed, and collaborative projects with other branches in the Authority, and contributes its expertise to projects and programs led by governments, other climate councils, and international organisations. Within the Systems and Science Branch, the Green Growth and Just Transition (GGJT) Team provides evidence-based analysis and policy design to enable a prosperous, inclusive shift to net zero. The GGJT Team assesses policy settings to develop low emissions industries and improve regional and community wellbeing. The GGJT team also represents the Authority at strategic state and territory policy forums; and leads the Authority's work on the Australian Climate Councils Network (ACCN). The ACCN is a new collaboration among Australia's state, territory, and Commonwealth climate councils who provide independent expert advice to governments on climate policy. The Assistant Manager in the GGJT Team will contribute to a range of functions related to Australia's emissions reduction targets, climate change policies, and progress towards becoming a resilient, prosperous, net zero economy. This role will focus on growing Australia's green industries (e.g. hydrogen, green ammonia, green metals) domestically and for export. The Assistant Manager, GGJT will conduct research, analysis and stakeholder engagement to provide innovative advice on Australia's climate policies in line with domestic and international developments. The key duties of the position include Applying structured problem-solving approaches to lead and synthesise analysis (a mix of qualitative and quantitative). including collecting, interpreting, and evaluating evidence to provide high quality policy insights and advice. Leading stakeholder engagements with governments, industry experts, business groups, and civil society to gather input and facilitate collaboration. Developing succinct written and/or graphical materials for a range of audiences, including policy advice to the Australian Government, Authority meeting papers, presentations, technical documents, executive briefings, consultation papers, and web content. Leading activities relevant to the team, including quality assurance, scheduling, monitoring, evaluation, risk/issues management, project management, and reporting. Leading and supporting the organisation of meetings, workshops, and events to facilitate climate policy discussions. Supervising and coaching junior staff in their home teams to deliver tasks and projects. Contributing to workplace culture and continuous improvement. Our ideal candidate will have: A relevant degree in international relations, business, economics, finance, climate policy, public policy, or a related field is desirable. Experience in policy development, management consulting, or advisory - particularly in the industry, resources, or banking and finance sectors - is beneficial. Highly developed analytical skills with the ability to synthesise information and present findings clearly in written, verbal, and visual formats. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience in preparing reports and communicating with diverse audiences. Strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment. Ability to engage effectively with stakeholders and build working relationships. Understanding of climate change issues and current trends affecting policy development. Awareness of the broader social, economic, and political context of climate policy in Australia. Familiarity with Australian climate change legislation and frameworks is desirable.
