Principal Policy Officer

About us As a department our purpose is to help the community to prevent, prepare for, respond to and recover from the impact of fire and emergency events. Queensland Fire and Emergency Services (QFES) is the primary provider of fire, rescue and emergency management programs and services throughout Queensland. The department encompasses the Fire and Rescue Service, disaster management services, the Rural Fire Service and the State Emergency Service, and also supports other volunteer groups providing emergency response to Queenslanders. QFES is one department with many services, many capabilities and many partners. Purpose of the role The Royal Commission Implementation team will lead the implementation of the Queensland Government Response to the recommendations of the Royal Commission into National Natural Disaster Arrangements. The team will work closely with stakeholders from across the Queensland Government to ensure Queensland delivers on its commitments to the community and to the Commonwealth, state and territory governments through the National Emergency Management Ministers Meeting. Reporting to the Executive Manager, you will be a key member of a professional and dedicated team which will support agencies across the Queensland Government to ensure ongoing delivery of activities to implement the Royal Commission's recommendations. You will be responsible for developing submissions and briefings to Cabinet, the State Disaster Coordination Group, a whole of government working group and internal committees, in consultation with stakeholders from across government. You will also assist with the development of QFES strategic plans and policies. Key requirements Highly desirable requirements - Knowledge and/or experience in developing strategic plans and policy documents. - Knowledge of disaster management and fire and emergency services. Your key accountabilities Your part in the ongoing success of our department, in supporting frontline services will see you responsible for a variety of work, including, but not limited to: - Provide high-level advice on issues of government policy and legislation, and support cross-agency and interjurisdictional collaboration to implement the Royal Commission's recommendations. - Review policy and identify potential risks and issues, and develop innovative strategies and solutions that support quality business outcomes and continuous improvement initiatives. - Prepare and review complex reports, briefs, submissions, correspondence and strategy documents to support policy implementation and project deliverables in accordance with departmental requirements. - Liaise, negotiate and consult with representatives from across government to support the successful planning and delivery of initiatives related to the Royal Commission's recommendations. - Undertake research and analysis to develop legislation, governance, policy and strategic planning documents. - Develop and maintain strong and effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders to assist in meeting organisational and whole-of-government objectives. - Represent QFES and manage liaison and coordination with government and non-government stakeholders in development of programs, projects and policies. Capabilities To determine your suitability for the role, you will be assessed on the following Leadership Competencies for Queensland behavioural profiles that link to the "key accountabilities" for this role: Leadership Competencies Stream - Individual Contributor (leading self) Vision - Stimulates ideas and innovation - Makes insightful decisions Results - Builds enduring relationships - Drives accountability and outcomes Accountability - Fosters healthy and inclusive workplaces - Demonstrates sound governance Once you join us we will want you to exemplify the QFES shared values: - Respect - Integrity - Trust - Courage - Loyalty