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Principal Program Officer SEQ Business Resilience Partnership
South East; Service Delivery; Engagement; Helensvale
As a Principal Program Officer, you will play a key role leading regional engagement initiatives as part of the Business Resilience Partnership Program (BRPP) through assisting local councils, chambers of commerce and other industry/business stakeholder groups to work with small business communities to enhance business resilience during and after natural disasters.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Community Engagement and Education |
| Classification | AO6 |
| Workplace Location | Gold Coast |
| Job ad reference | QLD/594539/24 |
| Closing date | 15-Oct-2024 |
| Job duration | 12 months |
| Contact person | Bevan Repia |
| Contact details | Phone: 0417 759 981 Access the National Relay Service |
The Department of Employment, Small Business and Training (DESBT) regional network provides localised service delivery across the departmental priority areas of employment, small business and training.
The department's strategic objectives are to increase the State's economic readiness by fostering a culture of engagement with the community. We do this by connecting Queensland small businesses and other key stakeholder groups to the programs and tools they need to invest in themselves and their future, engage and participate in the economy and employ and respond to change.
About the role
As Principal Program Officer, you will specifically:
• Lead the management, monitoring and review of projects, programs and systems which directly support the implementation of government priorities and programs, inclusive of supporting small business resilience through collaboration with industry and community stakeholders.
• Develop, implement, and monitor a range of operational policies and practices which facilitate and support best practice across the operations of the department, including program delivery, stakeholder engagement and events.
• Carry out performance reporting and analysis, including the use of contemporary recording and reporting frameworks to inform strategic decision making, resource management and local planning processes.
• Provide supervisory and leadership support through mentoring and coaching activities to enhance professional development, displaying professionalism, integrity and leading by example.
• Represent the department at a variety of forums, working parties and committees, establish networks, and build and maintain positive relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
What we are looking for
The position requires an applicant who can:
• Demonstrated high level program and project management skills with knowledge of the vocational education and training and small business sectors in Queensland.
• Highly developed conceptual, analytical, research and computer skills as demonstrated by a record of analysis of information, data and trends, the preparation and presentation of findings through reports and presentations, and contribution to the achievement of department objectives.
• Ability to build and sustain effective relationships with a range of stakeholders, management and staff as evidenced by the achievement of business objectives and performance targets.
• Well-developed planning and organisation skills, including the ability to meet expectations and deadlines, through the achievement of results and accurate completion of work within pre-determined time frames and a framework of accountability.
How to apply
To apply, please submit the below via the SmartJobs application page:
• Your current resume
• Provide a short statement (maximum 2 pages) telling us why you are interested in this role, outlining what your motivation is to join us and what you will bring to the role.
Please ensure you refer to the Role Description 'Interested in applying' section for more information on what to include as part of your application.
We're committed to appointing the best-suited person for each role. This includes considering equity, diversity, respect, and inclusion needs within our agency. We believe that these elements are essential for the success of our team, and we strongly encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. If you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to reach out to the designated contact for the vacancy.
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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