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AEMO is Australia’s independent energy system and market operator and system planner. Its purpose is to ensure safe, reliable and affordable energy today, while enabling the energy transition for the benefit of all Australians and the pursuit of a net‑zero economy by 2050.
Division: Policy & Corporate Affairs
Department: Strategic Market Reform
Reference number: 12743
Engagement type: Fixed Term Contract
This role is a 12‑month Fixed Term Contract. It can be based anywhere in Australia.
About The Role
Strategic Market Reform (SMR) sits within AEMO’s Policy and Corporate Affairs team. SMR contributes to the development of reform in Australia’s energy market, working in partnership with internal and external stakeholders to inform policy, regulatory processes, design and implementation of transformational change. This includes mandated and essential reform to support the energy transition, aimed at delivering value to industry and consumers. The DER and Retail Reform team focuses on market and technical integration of Consumer Energy Resources (CER) and Distributed Energy Resources (DER), promoting access to retail competition and supporting consistent market, operations and regulatory frameworks.
What You Will Be Doing
* Work with the Reform team to identify opportunities to influence market designs, policy development, strategic planning and AEMO internal positions to maximise AEMO’s contribution to the energy markets.
* Conduct formal and informal analysis of current arrangements and options for improvement in DER/CER through reform, considering the external and internal environment to influence energy market development, including economic, policy, regulatory, operational and technology changes.
* Build relationships with internal teams and stakeholders across market bodies, jurisdictions and industry.
* Prepare concise briefs and presentation material for engaging with senior management and executive.
What You Will Bring To The Role
* Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline such as Economics, Finance, Science or Engineering.
* Some experience in the energy industry in commercial, market body, governmental department or university environments is preferred.
* Some knowledge of energy market or regulatory design, operation or analysis would be highly regarded.
* Demonstrated experience in producing high quality documents and presenting on content internally and externally.
Benefits
* Flexible working: work from home, part time, job share, hybrid options and additional leave options.
* Professional development via projects, industry networks, job rotation, study assistance and more.
* Up to 4 days of volunteering leave per year.
* Annual performance bonuses (subject to eligibility).
* Wellness program, discounted health insurance, gym perks and a comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
At AEMO we are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome people of all backgrounds, including people with disabilities and neurodivergence and those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. If you have any accessibility requirements to support you during the application or interview process, simply let us know by emailing talent@aemo.com.au.
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