Business Support Officer

About this role

The Office of the Secretary in the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA) is seeking an organised and capable Business Support Officer to undertake critical administrative, corporate and coordination functions with the Office. This role includes the following core functions: • Coordinating and managing the flow of formal briefings into, through and out of the Office of the Secretary, ensuring briefs are efficiently managed and appropriately prioritised for action. • Undertaking general coordination tasks as needed. • Supporting the executive administration functions of the administration team as needed (including diary management, email management and other support for the Secretary if required). • Supporting the documentation of Office of the Secretary processes and procedures. • Providing administrative support to Office of the Secretary executives as required. The Office of the Secretary is a fast-paced and dynamic environment that provides support and strategic advice to the Secretary across a range of diverse issues within the Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA). The office comprises an advisory team and an administrative team to support the Secretary across the breadth of their functions. Specialist/Technical Expertise/Qualifications • Knowledge of DEECA’s briefing systems and processes would be an advantage. This is an ongoing position. The work location for this position is flexible within Victoria 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. Click the ‘Apply’ button and you'll be redirected to a new platform and create an account. Applications close 11.59pm on Monday, 10 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 [email protected] . 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 .