Principal Policy Officer

6 months ago

Brisbane, Australia Premier and Cabinet Full time

**Your opportunity**: As a Principal Policy Officer, you will assist with the identification, development and implementation of integrated policies, legislation and programs for Queensland.
**You will**: - lead the development of strategic policy advice on matters related to the Environment and Planning portfolio including on the natural environment, conservation, biodiversity, matters affecting natural capital, national parks and protected areas, and science and heritagematters. represent the department at external forums and meetings, as required, and brief the Premier and Cabinet on issues related to the Environmental and Planning portfolio. Support the Director, EPP and supervise other officers within a small team contributing to environment and planning policy. Contribute to broader policy advice across portfolios within the Department of Environment, Science and Innovation and other related departments.As part of a central agency, you will work in partnership with our stakeholders across government to deliver best practice policy advice to the Premier, Cabinet, Cabinet Budget Review Committee and various other Cabinet Committees.
- be adept in engaging with senior leaders across government with influence and policy agility
- have a sophisticated understanding of and demonstrated experience in navigating government decision making processes including the Queensland Cabinet Handbook
- demonstrate sound judgment, integrity, and leadership
- will actively and thoughtfully contribute to a positive, productive and professional work team

**Benefits**: As part of our team, you will be provided with comprehensive support to help you achieve your professional development goals. You will have the opportunity to work in a state of the art building situated on the river's edge. We take pride in offering first-class facilities to all our employees, and we prioritise their well-being through our flexible working arrangements and the DPC's Health, Safety, and Wellbeing program.
- A two-page response clearly stating your interest in the role and how your experience and skills demonstrate your ability to meet the core capabilities for the role. A resume, which highlights your work experience relevant to the responsibilities outlined in the Role Description and job advertisement. A minimum of two (2) referees including your current or immediate past supervisor.

The Department of the Premier and Cabinet is looking for the best suited applicant for this role. We will do this by assessing your eligibility and your ability to undertake the requirements of the role (including, where relevant, the way you have carried out previous positions). We will also consider your potential to make contributions to the department and how your engagement would support our commitment to equity, diversity, respect and inclusion.
Should you require any additional support and/or reasonable adjustments during our recruitment process, please contact the hiring manager listed to discuss your requirements.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.

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