Manager Strategic Policy

2 weeks ago

Brisbane, Australia Queensland Government Full time

This is a rare opportunity to shape legislative and policy frameworks that support fair, safe, and productive workplaces across Queensland. As Manager, you'll play a pivotal role in driving key government priorities and delivering meaningful outcomes for workers, employers, and the broader community.
Your impact
**In this role, you will**:
Lead a skilled team of policy professionals to develop and implement legislative and policy initiatives and to monitor developments in industrial relations that could affect Queensland businesses and workers.
Provide expert advice to the Minister, Director, and senior executives on strategic direction, trends, and emerging issues.
Represent the Department in stakeholder forums, public events, and high-level government meetings.
Lead cross-agency working groups and manage complex projects that shape Queensland's policy landscape.
Guide the development of high-quality briefings, Cabinet submissions, and legislative documents.
Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within your team.
Why join us?
At the Office of Industrial Relations, you'll be part of a team that works to create fair, productive, and safe work environments for all Queenslanders. You'll enjoy:
A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
Flexible working arrangements.
Competitive superannuation
The chance to make a real difference in the lives of Queensland workers.

**Responsibilities**:
**Key responsibilities include**:
Providing strategic leadership and management to the IRPL team.
Shaping and influencing legislative reform and policy implementation.
Preparing advice, briefings, and Cabinet submissions for senior stakeholders.
Representing OIR in external forums and negotiations with industry and union leaders.
Monitoring national and international trends and recommending Queensland's policy responses.
Supporting a safe, inclusive, and high-performing workplace.
What we're looking for
**We're seeking someone with demonstrated excellence in**:
Leading teams in complex policy environments, particularly within government.
Designing, delivering, and evaluating policy and legislative initiatives.
Navigating government processes and driving outcomes at the senior level.
Providing authoritative, evidence-based policy advice in industrial relations or a related field.
Building strategic relationships with senior government, industry, and union stakeholders.
Communicating with influence in high-pressure and politically sensitive contexts.
Desirable qualifications
While not mandatory, qualifications in law, public policy, industrial relations, or a related discipline are highly regarded.
How to apply
A current resume, including contact details for two referees who can speak to your performance and conduct in the last two years.
A statement (1-2 pages) addressing the 'What we're looking for' and 'Key responsibilities' sections in the Position Description.
If you require cultural safety support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact the hiring manager. For technical assistance, contact 13 QGOV (13 7468) or OIR Human Resources on 07 3406 9943.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.

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