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Senior Project Officer - Office of the ED, Policy & Legislation
Policy, External Relations & International Branch, Policy, Performance, International & Intergovernmental Division
The Office of the Executive Director, Policy and Legislation are seeking a Senior Project Officer to join our team.
This temporary position is available until 01 August 2026, unless otherwise determined.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Administration |
| Classification | AO6 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City |
| Job ad reference | QLD/CO640019/25T |
| Closing date | 12-Jun-2025 |
| Job duration | 01 August 2026, unless otherwise determined |
| Contact person | Brigid Philip |
| Contact details | 07 3034 5910 | Brigid.Philip@qed.qld.gov.au Access the National Relay Service |
About the Department:
The Department of Education is 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:
As the Senior Project Officer, you will:
- Coordinate critical project and business activities across all units in the Policy and Legislation Unit.
- Manage the development, implementation and monitoring of project plans, including the coordination of various activities associated with the priority deliverables of the Policy and Legislation Unit.
Responsibilities Include:
As the Senior Project Officer, your responsibilities will include:
- Manage liaison, communication and coordination with other teams across the department to support delivery of work priorities.
- Coordinate, monitor and review the preparation and administration of the Unit's corporate business and reporting requirements including budget processes, estimates, Cabinet matters, risk management, professional development and performance management reports.
- Undertake project planning, analysis, and other project activities, including evaluating the impact of projects and initiatives.
- Develop, implement and monitor project and business services in consultation with stakeholders to ensure identified needs are met.
- Assist in coordinating the development and implementation of policies, practices and procedures.
- Assist in coordinating, organising and promoting the activities identified within the program of the Unit.
- Provide project advice, information and status, including preparation of correspondence, responses, and briefings for senior and executive management.
- Provide secretariat support for project governance groups to ensure effective implementation of project objectives within the established timeframes and allocated budget.
- Proactively build and maintain positive relationships, including consultation, negotiation and communication with internal and external clients, networks, stakeholders and service providers.
Interested? To Apply:
- Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history);
- Interested applicants are invited to submit a short summary (no more than two pages) outlining your interest and suitability for the role including relevant skills, experience and abilities to deliver on the key competencies detailed in the 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.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
For a full list of the position responsibilities and mandatory requirements, please ensure you download the attached role description and candidate information fact sheet and follow the instructions.
Documents
Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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CO640019_25T - Role Description (PDF, 137KB)
Role Description
Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
Information Package for Applicants
