Senior Policy Officer

2 hours ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland Department of Education Full time
Overview

Applications are invited for the temporary full-time vacancy of Senior Policy Officer (AO6), Disability System Policy, Student Support Branch, State Schools Strategy, based in Brisbane CBD. The Senior Policy Officer will work within the Disability System Policy team undertaking work activities related to disability policy, disability strategy and inclusive education for students with disability.

This temporary vacancy is available from 3 November 2025 to 13 February 2026, unless otherwise determined.

About The Department Of Education

Working for the Queensland Department of Education means joining an organisation that values its people and promotes leadership and innovation. Be part of an environment that respects professionalism and diversity, offers training and development opportunities and embraces flexible careers and work-life balance. Find out more about working with us.

Responsibilities
  • Prepare presentations, correspondence and briefing materials.
  • Monitor progress and provide timely reports on projects and action items.
  • Liaise with key internal and external stakeholders about work priorities and meetings.
  • Undertake research.
  • Maintain and update content on the department's website.
The Ideal Applicant Will Have The Following Attributes
  • Strong writing skills with attention to detail.
  • Experience in coordination of workflows and reporting.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to quickly build positive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • An active contributor to a healthy, inclusive and safe workplace.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities and meet timelines.
  • Commitment to working effectively in a busy team environment to ensure multiple work priorities and timelines are met.

Career experience in disability policy and inclusion for students with disability would be highly desirable but is not essential to the role.

While not a requirement of the role, people with disability or lived experience of disability are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply
  • Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history).
  • Attach a 2-page written statement in response to the attached role description.

We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.

Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Job details
  • Occupational group: Administration
  • Seniority level: Not Applicable
  • Employment type: Full-time
  • Job function: Other
  • Industries: Government Administration
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