Principal Policy and Program Officer

3 days ago


Brisbane, Australia Queensland Government Full time

You will keep abreast of current and emerging strategic issues impacting liquor and gambling harm and provide advice on opportunities and priorities to prevent and minimise harm in the community.au

You will lead or assist in project management activities relating to liquor and gambling harm prevention policies, and regulatory and non-regulatory public health interventions aligned with the government's harm minimisation policy agenda.

In this role you will also liaise a range of internal and external stakeholders, including representing the Office of Liquor and Gambling Regulation in cross-agency and multi-agency planning of liquor and gambling harm prevent and minimisation projects and programs.

Demonstrated experience in project management within a social policy program context.
Strong research and analysis skills and capability to analyse complex information and data using logic and reasoning.
Demonstrated ability to undertake stakeholder engagement and ability to negotiate and lead collaboration to achieve outcomes.
Demonstrated capacity to work independently and follow through on assignments with mínimal direction.
Proven track record delivering assigned workloads on time and adjusting priorities quickly as circumstances dictate.
Strong written communication skills including experience in formulating recommendations, preparing briefing notes and correspondence for the consideration of Senior Management, including the Commissioner of Liquor and Gaming and the Minister.
Qualifications in public policy, governance, social or behavioural sciences, or public health would be well regarded.

What we offer is:
The flexibility to work from home up to 2 days per week, while being based at our Brisbane office.
A rewarding role with professional development opportunities on offer.
A highly supportive culture that values diversity and inclusion with contributing to team success.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.
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