Principal Policy Officer

6 days ago

Brisbane, Australia Education Full time

**About the Role**:
The ideal applicant will possess the skills to support development, implementation and evaluation of student engagement initiatives. They will be able to assist in developing practice guidelines, governance processes and data collection, with experience contributing to policy papers, briefings, and submissions.

**As the Principal Policy Officer, you will**:

- Support the development, implementation and evaluation of student engagement initiatives including review and analysis of statewide data metrics for monitoring impact and outcomes
- Work collaboratively with key internal and external stakeholders to support and monitor the implementation of strategic actions to lift engagement of children and young people in education, training and employment
- Lead and coordinate reporting requirements, including preparing policy papers, briefings, reports and submissions for Senior Officers and the Minister
- Represent the department, as required, on departmental and external committees and working groups
- Provide policy expertise and project support in a high-performing team delivering multiple initiatives to support whole-of-government priorities.

About You

**The ideal applicant will possess**:

- Ability to research, analyse and synthesise complex information, collect data and monitor and evaluate the success of student engagement initiatives.
- Strong written and interpersonal communication, with experience contributing to the development of policy papers, briefings, reports and submissions in an environment of tight deadlines and competing priorities.
- Flexibility to work across projects and support the work of multiple Directors.

**How to Apply**:

- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history).
- Attach a maximum 2-page response outlining your skills and abilities relevant to the role. You can use the 'your role' section as a guide.

Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
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