Policy Officer

4 days ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland Government Full time $65,000 - $95,000 per year

Policy, within The Cabinet Office in the Department of the Premier and Cabinet, plays a central role in addressing Queensland's economic, environmental, social and law and justice issues. As a Policy Officer, Economic Policy you will assist with the identification, development and implementation of integrated policies, legislation and programs. You will partner with internal and external stakeholders to develop best

practice, strategic policy advice to inform decision-making across a range of policy areas. As part of a central agency, you will provide policy advice to the Premier and Cabinet. You will be part of a small, dynamic team that provides leadership on policy issues relevant to the transport and infrastructure portfolios, within the broader Economic Policy group. In doing so, you will contribute to innovative policy development that helps to deliver the government's priorities, support the development of longer-term policy directions and provide strategic advice and policy analysis to the Premier and Cabinet.

In this role you will get the opportunity to:

  • Assist in identifying, developing and analysing complex policy options and advice on major economic policy issues
  • Provide input to the monitoring and evaluation of policy development activities
  • Manage requests for policy information, including the preparation of responses
  • Prepare or contribute to the preparation of timely and well researched submissions, and on complex policy issues, including Cabinet submissions
  • Liaise with other areas of the division, government departments, and nongovernment organisations on relevant policy issues
  • Assist senior officers with the preparations for inter-departmental meetings, in conjunction with senior officers and represent the department at meetings as required.

Candidates should demonstrate experience in managing complex issues in a dynamic environment, taking responsibility for discrete areas of work, and collaborating as part of a larger team to deliver strategic priorities. Good knowledge of Cabinet processes and decision making and possession of relevant tertiary qualifications will be highly regarded.

To apply, please provide a tailored resume and a short cover letter (maximum one page) outlining your interest in the role and your relevant experience.

Further information

DPC's primary responsibility is to provide support and guidance to the Premier and Cabinet to effectively deliver on government's priorities, commitments, decisions and objectives for the betterment of the community. In this role you will embody and bring to life our strategic principles:

  • Bold but faithful
  • Get it done
  • Back the facts
  • Listen and lead
  • Lift each other up

We're looking for the best suited applicant for this role and to do this we'll assess your eligibility and ability to meet the requirements of the role (including where relevant, the way you've carried out previous positions). We'll also consider how you can make contributions to our department and support our commitment to equity, diversity, respect, and inclusion.

If you would like to know more about the role, please do not hesitate to contact Hayden Griffiths on For further information on the responsibilities of the role and details of how to apply, please refer to the role description and applicant guide.

Additional support and/or reasonable adjustments during this recruitment process is available by contacting the hiring manager to discuss your individual requirements.

Applications will remain current for 12 months.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.

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