Lead strategic policy, partnerships and sector engagement that strengthen volunteering across Queensland. As Manager, Volunteering Policy and Engagement, you will guide a high-performing team, deliver evidence-based advice, and work with government, councils, peak bodies and community organisations to support implementation of Queensland’s 10-year plan for volunteering. This is an opportunity to shape practical, inclusive policy responses, influence reform, and build partnerships that deliver meaningful outcomes for Queensland communities. Flexible full-time work arrangements and flexible work locations may be considered.

Job details

The Department of Local Government, Water and Volunteers (DLGWV) is at the forefront of driving sustainable growth across Queensland. Our mission is to manage water resources responsibly and empower councils to support and grow Queensland communities. With over 800 dedicated professionals across Brisbane and regional offices, we work to ensure that Queensland's communities, businesses, and water resources thrive.

The Role
As Manager (AO8) in the Volunteering Policy and Engagement team, you will lead a high-performing team, provide strategic advice, and deliver quality briefings, submissions, and reports. Working closely with the Director, you will advocate for Queensland's volunteering sector, strengthen partnerships, and address sector challenges. Success in this role requires strategic thinking, agility, and the ability to deliver evidence-based, inclusive solutions in a dynamic environment.

Key Accountabilities:
• Lead and contribute to strategic policy, reform initiatives and program proposals that respond to priority issues and support departmental objectives.
• Provide high-level advice, informed by research, analysis and sector intelligence, on emerging risks, opportunities and initiatives.
• Support the Director to lead the team, foster an inclusive and high-performing culture, and deliver quality outcomes.
• Prepare and quality assure policy papers, Cabinet and Ministerial submissions, briefs, reports, correspondence, funding proposals and presentations.
• Build productive partnerships with community organisations, peak bodies, business, local government, and State and Commonwealth agencies.
• Lead inclusive stakeholder engagement, consultation and negotiation to support effective policy development and timely delivery.
• Represent the department's vision, values and priorities with stakeholders and partner agencies.

About You:
You will bring strong policy acumen, stakeholder management experience and the confidence to operate at manager level in a public sector environment. You are highly organised, agile and reflective, with the emotional intelligence to lead others, support wellbeing and build trust. You use evidence, data and diverse perspectives to solve complex issues, provide clear advice and guide practical action. Travel away from your usual work centre may be required, including travel outside normal office hours or overnight stays.

The Benefits:
• Contribute to work that supports volunteers and strengthens Queensland communities.
• Lead meaningful policy and reform during implementation of a 10-year volunteering plan.
• Work with a collaborative team that values inclusion, wellbeing and high performance.
• Build partnerships across government, community, industry and the volunteering sector.
• Access flexible full-time work arrangements and flexible work locations, where suitable.
• Grow your strategic policy, leadership and stakeholder engagement capability.

Diversity & Inclusion Strategy:
DLGWV is committed to respecting, protecting and promoting human rights in our decision-making and actions. We strive to create a respectful and rewarding workplace culture that encourages, recognises and embraces every individual's contribution within a collaborative environment that allows all employees to thrive. 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.

How to Apply:
Submit your resume and cover letter (1 to 2 pages) demonstrating your suitability for the position.

 Department of Local Government, Water and Volunteers (https://www.dlgwv.qld.gov.au/)

Applications will remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/689203/26

Closing Date: Tuesday, 2 June 2026

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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Documents

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• Applicant Information Pack (PDF, 1.07MB)
  
  
  689203 26 Role Description (Word, 1.73MB)
  Role Description