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Principal Program Officer
Waste Avoidance and Recovery Programs; Office of Circular Economy; Environment and Heritage Policy and Programs; Brisbane City
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Here at DESI, you'll be inspired to make Queensland better. We enable long-term, sustainable decisions for the environment & the economy & are committed to working in genuine partnership with First Nation people.
We're looking for a Principal Program Officer in the Office of Circular Economy. If you're excited by the complexity and diversity of this opportunity, read on.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Policy & Planning |
| Classification | AO7 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City |
| Job ad reference | QLD/603701/24 |
| Closing date | 26-Nov-2024 |
| Job duration | until 30 June 2025 with possible extension |
| Contact person | Stephanie Slade |
| Contact details | Phone: 0433 150 344 Access the National Relay Service |
Your contribution:
The Environment and Heritage Policy and Programs Division develops strategy, policy and legislation to support the Government's environment agenda.
The Office of Circular Economy leads Queensland in achieving the waste and resource recovery targets in the Queensland Waste Management and Resource Recovery Strategy, and in transitioning from a linear to a circular economy.
The Circular Economy Programs team takes the lead on developing and delivering grants and programs to reduce raw material consumption, value resources at their highest order use, and minimise environmental impacts. The transition to circular economy thinking provides the opportunity for innovative and dynamic people to join a highly effective team and launch into a program of work that will make a difference to Queensland's environment, economy and society.
From time to time, travel within Queensland and sometimes interstate may be needed to establish and build relationships, engage with and present to stakeholders and deliver the team's program of work.
What's in it for you?
• Enjoy fantastic flexibility, benefits, work life balance, significant development opportunities as a public servant of Queensland!
• Work where you can truly engage your values and sense of purpose to safeguarding the environment for Queenslanders.
• You'll experience so much here. For most of us, it starts with our wonderful people and the rich, diverse perspectives they bring. They're dedicated, passionate and curious professionals.
We're all different, and those differences are what make us great. Meet some of our amazing people here:
About you:
This position requires:
• Demonstrated high level knowledge and skills in providing analysis and advice on complex funding agreements with an understanding of the elements of funding contracts and other relevant investment vehicles, with experience in circular economy principles being highly desirable.
• Proven strategic thinking and problem-solving skills to enable evaluation of funding and investment opportunities within a circular economy framework, to deliver impactful grant programs that align with the Queensland circular economy agenda.
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to liaise and consult effectively with personnel at all levels within and external to the organisation.
• Demonstrated high level project management, governance and administrative skills, including the ability to take initiative and work autonomously or within a team to achieve results in a pressured and changing environment.
• An understanding of circular economy principles and business models and their application in a government setting would be highly regarded.
• Contribution to workplace equity and diversity that enriches our culture of safety, innovation, respect and inclusion.
How to apply:
We are open to assessing your suitability in a way that works for you. For more information on how to apply, including options for adjustments, visit
To apply for this role, please provide us information about:
o your current relevant skills and capabilities for the role
o why you are the best suited person for this role
o how you could support
• You can provide these in a succinct resume and short 2 page statement or talk with contact Stephanie Slade, ph 0433 150 344 or email stephanie.slade@des.qld.gov.au, to explore other options.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/603701/24
Closing Date: Tuesday, 26 November 2024
Further information
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