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Principal Program Officer
Strategic Settlement Partnerships; Multicultural Affairs; Brisbane
Come and join Multicultural Affairs Queensland in supporting Queensland’s cultural diversity through impactful sector engagement and investment. We are seeking a motivated and experienced professional to lead the implementation of the Multicultural Connect Infrastructure grants program and support other key initiatives.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Administration |
| Classification | AO7 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City |
| Job ad reference | QLD/652828/25 |
| Closing date | 20-Aug-2025 |
| Job duration | Until 30 June 2026 with possible extension |
| Contact person | Renee Hardy |
| Contact details | PH: 07 3097 7729 Access the National Relay Service |
Your contribution and key responsibilities
- Develop, implement and manage grants and infrastructure programs and projects aligned with government objectives.
- Lead contract development, negotiation and performance monitoring to ensure compliance with program requirements and departmental policies.
- Provide strategic and operational analysis and advice on program design and implementation, including risk, performance and opportunities for improvement
- Build and maintain strong relationships with other state government agencies, other levels of government, the non-government sector and key community stakeholders, to deliver outcomes and manage risks.
- Prepare high-quality ministerial and executive briefs, correspondence, reports and other documentation to support program delivery and decision-making.
- Work both independently and collaboratively, contributing to a positive team environment and sharing knowledge to support continuous improvement.
What we are looking for
- Experience managing grant and funding programs in government or community settings, including contract and performance management. Prior experience with infrastructure funding will be highly regarded.
- Cultural capability and stakeholder engagement skills, particularly in working with culturally and linguistically diverse communities' and organisations.
- Strategic and operational thinking with the ability to provide practical advice that improves program delivery and contributes to team objectives.
- Strong communication and written skills, including experience preparing high quality briefing notes, correspondence, reports and program documentation.
- A collaborative approach and a commitment to equity, inclusion, and building community outcomes through quality programs.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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