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Here at DESI, you'll be inspired to make Queensland better. We enable long-term, sustainable decisions for the environment & the economy & are committed to working in genuine partnership with First Nation people.
If you are motivated, collaborative and wish to implement best practice management approaches in the Great Barrier Reef (GBR) catchment, this is your next opportunity.
We are looking for a PO3 Policy Officer to manage key projects and contracts that support farmers and enhance outcomes for sugarcane, grazing, horticulture and banana sectors and the GBR. You will interact across Queensland Government, industry and others to deliver agricultural practice change initiatives and projects under the Queensland Reef Water Quality Program - QRWQP.Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Flexible full-time
Occupational group Primary Industry & Environment
Classification PO3
Workplace Location Flexible
Job ad reference QLD/558328/24
Closing date 29-Apr-2024
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Job duration until April 2025 with possible extension
Contact person Jean Erbacher
Contact details Phone: 0477 374 652
Access theYour contribution:
Your experience in land management, agricultural industry systems and evidence-based approaches will see you deliver agricultural practice change initiatives and projects under the Queensland Reef Water Quality Program - QRWQP.
Collaborating with the agricultural and research sector, community, and government partners, you will manage key projects and contracts with a focus on effective and timely services that support farmers and enhance outcomes for sugarcane, grazing, horticulture and banana sectors and the GBR. You will provide technical advice to assist with the development of policy, focusing on agricultural management practices especially with respect to nutrient, sediment and pesticide management.As part of proactive team, you will work to:
- develop and enhance policy and standards and their translation into industry and government programs.
- transition emerging behavioural insights, experience and evidence-based research into new policy and best practice standard.
- refine monitoring, evaluation and reporting that informs adaptive management and showcases investment impact.
Enjoy fantastic flexibility, benefits, work life balance and significant development opportunities as a public servant of Queensland!
Work where you can truly engage your values and sense of purpose to safeguarding the environment for Queenslanders.
You'll experience so much here. For most of us, it starts with our wonderful people and the rich, diverse perspectives they bring. They're dedicated, passionate and curious professionals. We're all different, and those differences are what make us great. Meet some of our amazing people here:About you:
You will lead projects as part of the ‘supporting Agricultural industry' work area under the QRWQP, such as industry led practice change projects and Best Management Practice (BMP) program, assurance systems, policy and processes (particularly under the Environment Protection Act).You will enjoy applying your skills and knowledge in the context of contemporary agricultural practice and catchment management policy, legislation and government programs. You add value to the team by having proven ability to manage project workloads, work autonomously and be an effective team member. You have proven research and problem-solving skills, demonstrated written and verbal communication, negotiation and liaison skills. You will contribute to workplace equity and diversity that enriches our culture of innovation, respect and inclusion.How to apply:
You are encouraged to contact with the contact person to chat through this opportunity and flag any reasonable adjustments that you may require before applying.
- Provide your current resume (max. 4 pages)
- Provide a short statement (max. 2 pages) that briefly describes why you are the best suited person for this role - noting our department values equity and diversity so please include information that will help us understand how you could contribute to our workforce diversity.
