Principal Policy Advisor

2 months ago


Brisbane, Australia Transport and Main Roads Full time

The Principal Policy Advisor will lead a small team, as well as have responsibility for delivering individual outcomes. You will have the opportunity to work on exciting projects that will allow you to hone a wide range of skills, including consultation, communication, policy analysis and legislative reform. You will have the opportunity to undertake end-to-end policy change and see the outcomes of your work and the benefit to the broader community.
**Some of your responsibilities will include**: - Leading a small team and taking personal responsibility to manage a program of work. The program of work will deliver complex policy and legislative projects including research, analysis and consultation with the goal of reducing red tape, reforming policy and legislation and improving road safety and access. Preparation and review of a range of complex documents including policy options papers, reports, briefing notes, cabinet submissions, discussion papers,communication, and educational material, as well as departmental and other correspondence in accordance with departmental standards and to set timeframes. Building and maintaining effective networks and professional relationships, as well as consulting and negotiating with internal and external clients, interest groups, other government agencies (federal, state and local), and the general public. Development of staff by setting clear expectations, providing constructive feedback and encouraging learning to drive continuous improvement within the team. Provide specialist advice to Managers, Directors and Executives, and key stakeholders relating to legislation and policy frameworks administered by the LTSR Branch.
Some of the additional benefits this opportunity offers include: - Work and Life balance, including 'flex time' and flexible work arrangements and a working from home option. Beautiful City location close to the Brisbane Botanical Gardens with just over a 10- minute walk from Central Station. Work with a supportive team, with a high level of training and development invested in each staff member. Generous leave and superannuation.
We strongly encourage applicants from all life experiences and backgrounds to apply. Please tell us about any additional support or adjustments, such asinterpreting services, physical requirements, or assistive technologies, that will better enable you to shine during the recruitment process.
Should you have any questions regarding this role, please contact Megan Hallson, Manager, on 07) 3066 2385
Applications will remain current for 12 months.
**Job Ad Reference**: QLD/593270/24Closing Date: Wednesday, 09 October 2024This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.



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