Manager, Recovery Policy

Overview

Work type: Ongoing - Full Time

Salary: $138,631 - $185,518

Grade: WDCSO6

Occupation: Other

Location: CBD

Reference: 7629

About Us

The Department of Transport and Planning (DTP) oversees key planning, transport and land use policy decisions and management across the State. A life-cycle approach to planning, building, connecting and sustaining communities means our people can come together to; improve services, deliver sustainable projects, focus on customer engagement, streamline regulatory approval pathways, facilitate community consultation and better realise local economic opportunities for more liveable communities across Victoria.

Transport Services is a Group within the Department of Transport & Planning and is responsible for delivering safe, reliable and accessible transport infrastructure and services to all Victorians.

About the Role
Full time – Ongoing

Reporting to the Associate Director - EM Planning, Mitigation and Recovery, the Manager Recovery Policy sits within Resilience and Emergency Coordination Branch and is responsible for coordinating DTP’s contribution to state-wide recovery policy and reforms, and reporting on recovery efforts following major emergencies. The role will work closely within the Department of Transport (DTP) and other government agencies including Emergency Recovery Victoria to ensure that DTP’s emergency management obligations are met.

To access the position description, please click link here.

Position Outcomes

• Lead emergency recovery policy for the department and coordinate DTP’s contribution to state-wide policy development and reforms. Provide analysis and recommendations to senior leadership, executives and Ministers
• Develop appropriate policies, procedures and reporting frameworks to enable the department to meet its responsibilities. Coordinate external reporting and assurance activities for recovery activities undertaken by DTP
• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, across the transport sector and government
• Establish a strong stakeholder network to effectively gather impact assessment data, information on the reinstatement of services, and coordinate State and National funding requests
• Provide effective leadership, people management and support to the team, and maintain a positive team culture. Engage staff with high levels of cohesion and commitment to deliver on the services required
• Promote and support safe, inclusive and flexible team operations.

KEY SELECTION CRITERIA

The ideal candidate for the Manager, Recovery Policy, will lead the design and development of robust recovery policies by applying strong research and analytical skills to gather and critically assess data and evidence, ensuring policies are strategically aligned and responsive to stakeholder needs. You will apply critical thinking to navigate complex problems, drawing on existing guidelines or developing collaborative solutions when precedents are absent. Your ability to communicate with impact will be essential in delivering clear, concise, and engaging presentations tailored to diverse audiences, fostering understanding and support for policy initiatives. You will actively manage stakeholder relationships, ensuring collaboration, satisfaction, and resolution of issues while connecting individuals and teams to relevant areas across the organisation. Additionally, you will champion knowledge management and business continuity practices, embedding them in daily operations and supporting your team to maintain resilience and informed decision-making.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE:

Mandatory

• N/A

Desirable

• Experience in emergency management
• Understanding of the Victorian emergency management arrangements, DTP’s legislative and regulatory obligations as well as State and National disaster funding arrangements.

What we offer

• Meaningful work making Victorian communities more accessible and liveable
• Professional growth and development opportunities across the department and the wider Victorian Public Services
• A hybrid working model focused on collaboration and teamwork
• Optimal work-life balance initiatives including flexible working arrangements
• Opportunity to work across multiple urban and suburban hubs
• We prioritise the development of a safe and inclusive culture

Culture Value
We are an equal opportunity employer, embracing a diverse range of applicants such as veterans, and people who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, LGBTQIA community members, individuals with disabilities and/or health conditions, as well as those from varied faith and cultural backgrounds. At our department, we prioritize the development of a safe, inclusive, and high-performance culture through shared actions and behaviours that align with our strategy and direction. This empowers our employees to effectively contribute to our goals.

How to Apply

Non-DTP Employees (Including VPS outside of DTP)

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Applications close at 11:59PM on Wednesday 2 July 2025.

Please include a resume and cover letter. All applications must be submitted through the online portal. We’re unable to consider email or manual applications.

For more information, contact Katie Clydesdale Associate Director EM Planning, Mitigation & Recovery via [email protected]

Preferred applicants will need to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks. Your information will be treated confidentially.

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