AddressAn exciting opportunity exists to lead engagement, build relationships, develop policy, implement initiatives and prepare advice and briefings that respond to priorities and position the work of the HR Branch.
The role of Principal Project Officer is offered on a full-time temporary basis, until 20 December 2024, unless otherwise determined.
About the Department of Education
The Department of Education are dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.
About the Role
The Workforce Policy and Integrity team of HR Branch plays a key role in implementing strategies and actions to mitigate risk, contribute to the management of the department's governance framework, build a strong culture, support leadership, and sustain workplace integrity. Working closely with internal stakeholders and external partners the role ensures responsiveness to current and future needs.
Responsibilities include:
- Provide high level advice and support with respect to the development and implementation of strategic policy initiatives as they relate to workforce, with a focus on integrity.
- Research, analyse and prepare significant policies and projects that respond to changes in the broader environment.
- Lead engagement across the branch, the department, key stakeholders and other agencies to develop briefings, initiatives and policy.
- Participate in and lead aspects of significant projects.
- Contribute to the establishment of performance and accountability frameworks including indicators, measures and reporting.
How to Apply
- Please attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant previous work history); and
- A 1-pg written statement in response to the attached role description.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
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.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies. ( https://alt-qed.qed.qld.gov.au/working-with-us/induction/department/human-resources/inclusion-and-diversity#:~:text=Pathways%20to%20Parity,participate%20fully%20in%20our%20workplaces. )
