Department Liaison Officer

1 week ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Energy and Public Works Full time

Departmental Liaison Officers (DLOs) play a key role in supporting the Office of the Director-General (ODG), providing an elevated level of executive support and strategic advice to the Director-General.

The ODG liaises with the Minister's office,all divisions within the Department of Energy and Public Works (DEPW; the Department), other government agencies and external stakeholders to: - proactively identify and manage issues;
- support the Director-General in meeting DEPW's strategic objectivesand
- ensure the effective functioning of the ODG.In this role you will be the main point of contact acting as a conduit between DEPW and the Office of the Minister for Energy, Renewables and Hydrogen and Minister for Public Works and Procurement.

As the Department Liaison Officer, you will:

  • Prioritise and coordinate the flow of information between the Minister's office and the Department to ensure the timely provision of quality and relevant information, ensuring advice is consistent with government policy and departmental objectives and procedures. This includes managing a high volume electronic mailbox. Provide high-quality, strategic liaison support to the Director-General, the Department and the Minister's office, including analysing available data, recognising gaps in information and seeking solutions, to enable prompt and considered responses to key stakeholders in dealing with current and emerging issues that impact the portfolio. Prepare, analyse and provide high-level written advice and briefing material to the Director-General and Minister's office on portfolio and government related matters. Establish, nurture and maintain effective communication networks with departmental divisional contacts and the Minister's office in relation to emerging issues, policy and trends that impact the portfolio, including representing the ODG at Ministerial and departmental briefings as required. Provide high-level support to the Director-General and Director, ODG in the establishment and maintenance of effective relationships with key internal and external stakeholders. Develop strategies to proactively improve departmental processes and approaches to meet the requirements of the ODG and the Minister's office and support compliance with departmental policies, procedure and guidelines. Oversee the coordination of material prepared by the Assistant DLO for Ministerial visits, including sourcing information and liaising with ministerial policy and media advisors, as well as departmental and industry stakeholders, to prepare itineraries and trip briefs. Day-to-day management, delegation of responsibilities and provision of guidance to the Assistant DLO.For further information about the role and details of how to apply, please refer to the role description and attached applicant guide.

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

We promote a respectful workplace culture that is free from all forms of harassment, workplace bullying, discrimination and violence.

We recognise the importance of supporting and retaining a mobile, flexible and agile workforce.

To ensure that you are supported throughout the recruitment process, please reach out to discuss reasonable adjustment options if needed.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference:

QLD/502019/23Closing Date:
Friday, 04 August 2023This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.

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