Senior Advisor, Public Interest Disclosures

Senior Advisor, Public Interest Disclosures. Role at Queensland Government. Design, develop and undertake a range of activities and projects that support the Office's role of oversight agency for the Public Interest Disclosure (PID) Act. Provide expert advice to public sector agencies about their responsibilities under the PID Act and Standards. This includes providing feedback to agencies on their PID policies and procedures. Other work includes developing information materials and resources about PID management, developing and delivering training to promote compliance with the PID Act and Standards and research activities to support PID oversight functions.

• Provide expert advice to public sector agencies about their responsibilities under the PID Act and Standards, including guidance on assessment and management of PIDs.
  
• Research and write information resources for a diverse range of audiences about the PID Act and Standards.
  
• Develop and deliver training and education programs to promote compliance with the PID Act and Standards, including training for designated PID officers as well as awareness sessions for other audiences, including experience in virtual training and engagement.
  
• Contribute to the management of information about reported PIDs, including database administration and quality assurance, data analysis to identify and monitor trends and preparation of internal and external reporting.
  
• Undertake review and research activities to support the PID oversight function.
  

• Model exemplary standards of personal integrity and ethics and demonstrate the Office's values in all interactions internal and external to the Office.
  
• Work collaboratively with other team members, participate in meetings and training programs, and actively monitor, review and assist with improvements to policy, procedure, process and administrative practice across The Office and stakeholder agencies.
  
• Provide support and guidance for a culturally inclusive and safe workplace, ensuring cultural identity and perspectives are valued.
  
• Adhere to the QO Code of Conduct and values; workplace health and safety legislation; confidentiality policies; all other relevant policies, directives and legislation.
  
• Meet personal performance expectations and standards.
  
• Undertake other duties as directed by relevant senior officers.
  

• Vision: Understands how the organisation's role and purpose relates to their work and contributes to new ways of working. Demonstrates judgement in decision-making, remains composed under pressure and understands when to escalate issues.
  
• Results: Communicates effectively, taking account of the needs of different stakeholders. Achieves results through planning, persistence and professional conduct; and contributes to organisational performance through collaboration and sharing expertise.
  
• Accountability: Understands and works with legislative and policy frameworks; analyses information, identifies risks and evaluates possible solutions to mitigate risks. Demonstrates a commitment to improving performance through feedback and learning.
  
• Technical expertise: Knowledge of public administration, complaints management and relevant legislation, with a demonstrated ability to rapidly acquire knowledge of legislation, specifically the Public Interest Disclosure Act 2010 (Qld). Relevant expertise and experience in developing and delivering information products and training, including experience or knowledge of online/virtual training platforms. You must have excellent interpersonal, liaison and communication skills, including the capacity to provide timely verbal and written general advice.
  

• Occupational group: Administration
  
• Job function: Other
  
• Industries: Government Administration
  
• Employment type: Full-time
  

Location: Brisbane, Queensland, Australia