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Events and Policy Coordination, Office of the Director-General, Brisbane City

As Manager, you will lead a small team, working collaboratively to provide strategic and operational event and policy briefing materials to the Premier, the Premier’s representatives and/or the Director-General. You will be responsible for establishing and maintaining strategic relationships with the Premier’s Office, departmental executives, key stakeholders and members of the community.

You will:
• research, prepare and edit submissions, briefs, reports and correspondence of a complex nature relating to event, media and meeting materials.
• investigate and implement improved efficiencies, communications, guidelines and processes for the management of briefing materials.
• provide management support to the Director, Executive Services.

Job details

Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Flexible full-time
Occupational group Administration
Classification AO8
Workplace Location Brisbane Inner City
Job ad reference QLD/665221/25
Closing date 28-Oct-2025
Job duration 6 months with possibility of extension
Contact person Sarah Williams
Contact details Ph: 0473 200 438
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For you, in your role as Team Leader that means a once-in-a-career experience - to build new skills and expertise, to feel real visibility and ownership, and to truly bring the bigger picture to life. So, if you want to work in a truly unique environment, where you get to collaborate with a diverse range of people on meaningful issues… It's in your hands!

How you'll contribute
As our valued Team Leader, you will play a vital part in contributing to the creation of innovative and strategic policy solutions that will assist in delivering Queensland Government priorities. In this diverse and intellectually stimulating role, you'll make your mark by:
• Lead a team of communication and policy professionals, fostering a collaborative and productive team environment to enable delivery of high quality briefing materials that meet client needs.
• Ensure the accuracy, quality and timeliness of information provided for briefing materials.
• Facilitate strategic, quality, comprehensive and timely liaison between the Premier's office, departmental units, other government agencies and external stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships across government and with clients and stakeholders.
• Identify and implement systems and process improvements to ensure alignment with government priorities and internal business, and policy and client requirements.

What you'll bring to the role
Your ability to work in a fast-paced environment while effectively leading multidisciplinary teams.

What we can offer you
As part of our team, you will be provided with comprehensive support to help you achieve your professional development goals. You will have the opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art building situated on the river's edge. We take pride in offering first-class facilities to all our employees, and we prioritise their well-being through our flexible working arrangements and DPC's Health, Safety, and Wellbeing program.

Why Join Us
At DPC, you'll be part of a team that leads and connects the public sector, delivering outstanding advice and services that impact Queensland's future. It's in your hands.

How to apply
1. Cover Letter - A cover letter (maximum two pages) outlining your experience and clearly stating what you could bring to this role at the Department of the Premier and Cabinet
2. Resume - A tailored resume, which highlights your work experience relevant to the responsibilities outlined in the Role Description and job advertisement.
Further information on the responsibilities of the role is found in the role description.

You are strongly encouraged to review the applicant guide prior to applying. 


DPC is committed to working with you to discuss adjustments to ensure you can best demonstrate your suitability for the role.

If you would like to discuss the role or would like additional support/adjustments during recruitment, please contact Sarah Williams on 0473 200 438.

 

Applications to remain current for 12 months

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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Last updated
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