Policy Officer

We are seeking an experienced entry-level Policy Officer to join the Strategic Policy and Legislation, Women and Multicultural Affairs Team at the Department. We are looking for collaborative, innovative and dedicated officers who want a role that prepares them for a career in policy. You will work on policy matters that are about achieving outcomes for people. This vacancy is for the Strategic Projects Team. This process may be used to fill other emerging vacancies at this level so officer of all policy disciplines should apply.

About Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships and Multiculturalism

The Department of Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships and Multiculturalism is responsible for fostering an environment that allows Queensland women to be economically secure. We work closely with other agencies, peak bodies, local leaders, and the community to lift the living standards of Aboriginal communities and Torres Strait Islander communities. We facilitate an environment where multicultural communities want to call Queensland home by harnessing their skill and expertise and celebrating the cultural diversity of our State.

About Our Team

Strategic Policy and Legislation, Women and Multicultural Affairs (SPLWMA) is a broad and fascinating area of work which leads policy and legislation across the Queensland Government for women, First Nations Queenslanders and Queenslanders from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. We support the Director-General and Minister on a diverse range of issues, including economic empowerment for women and Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the national agreement to close the gap in life outcomes for First Nations people, intergovernmental relations, and development of programs and reforms that impact the lives of women and First Nations people.

Our workplace environment

We value having a workforce that reflects the diverse views, experiences and backgrounds of the community we serve. We strongly encourage enquiries and applications from people with diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We recognise that diversity of cultures and beliefs enriches everyone and provides a multiplicity of viewpoints representative of the communities we serve. We strive to cultivate a psychologically safe and high-performing team environment, one that operates collaboratively and values the collective views of others.

Your Contribution And Key Responsibilities

• Research and provide policy advice on issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
• Develop, implement and evaluate policy initiatives and projects.
• Provide secretariat support for policy forums, including coordinating meetings, agendas and documentation.
• Prepare briefs, submissions, ministerial and departmental correspondence, Parliamentary Questions on Notice, and other policy advice.
  
  
  

How To Apply

• You are asked to nominate an Aboriginal person or a Torres Strait Islander person as your cultural referee who is recognised within the community as such, and can:
• comment on your connection to culture, country, community and your lived experience, or
• comment on your cultural capability, including an awareness of both Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultural practices and protocols and your ability to contribute to the cultural capability of the department or
• comment on your ability to engage with Aboriginal peoples and communities or Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities, which takes into account the unique lived experiences and history of Australia's First Nations people.
  
  
  

To submit your application, click on the Apply link to provide:

• Your resume detailing relevant experience
• A cover letter of no more than two pages outlining why you are interested in this position and how your knowledge, skills and experience makes you a strong candidate for the role.
  
  
  

Applicant Guide

It is important you read the accompanying Applicant Guide. The Guide provides valuable information about the recruitment and selection process and how the panel undertakes their suitability assessment. Additionally, the guide provides helpful information about working for the department, public sector entitlements and public sector employment eligibility requirements. For further information please see the Role Description.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Occupational group Policy & Planning