Principal Policy Advisor

TMR is an organisation which offers professional development, a variety of interesting and challenging work statewide, a safe, healthy, and secure workplace, with flexible work and lifestyle options.
The Strategic Directions team (SD) in the Transport Policy Branch (TPB) draws from policy insights, emerging issues and opportunities, research and analysis to shape 'whole of transport systems' policy and set TMR's strategic direction through a 30- year policy horizon (the Queensland Transport Strategy) and a 10-year strategic plan (Transport Coordination Plan).
In the role of Principal Policy Advisor, you will support the implementation of strategic policy, projects and advice which provide direction for the development of Queensland's transport system and align to the departments key strategic objectives.
**Some of your responsibilities will include**: - Contribute to and support the implementation of strategic policy and projects that provide direction and deliver outcomes for the transport system and network. Participate in project teams, comprising internal and external stakeholders, to develop, implement and evaluate strategic transport policy and projects within agreed quality, cost, and time parameters. Engage, communicate and collaborate with stakeholders across the department, government, industry and community in relation to the achievement of strategic transport system priorities. Prepare timely and well researched cabinet submissions, briefs and/or policy documents. Create a positive work environment that will build and support a culture of continuous learning and high performance.
To thrive in this role, you will need to demonstrate the following: - Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline, or knowledge and experience in one or more of the following areas: strategic policy analysis development and implementation, land/use/transport planning, or program management. Experience in establishing and maintaining productive working relationships with key stakeholders. Experience in collaborating and engaging with stakeholders to embrace change. Well-developed written and oral communication skills, including strong analytical and research skills and ability to summarise and communicate complex ideas.
**Additional Benefits this role offers**: - 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 recognise and celebrate that everyone is unique and seek the applicant best suited to the role. We will assess your experience, knowledge and acquired skills, as well as your potential for development and your personal qualities. We strongly encourage applicants from all life experiences and backgrounds to apply.
Joining the Strategic Directions team will give you a down-to-earth working environment with a highly skilled and collaborative team, along withcompetitive remuneration, training and benefits. There will be a wide range of opportunities for you to grow and develop your skills and progress your career. So, if you love working in a dynamic and ambitious environment, our team is for you.
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Applications will remain current for 12 months.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.