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Senior Policy Officer
Policy Initiatives; Environment & Conservation Policy & Legislation; Environment and Heritage Policy and Programs; Flexible/Brisbane preferred
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Here at DESI, you'll be inspired to make Queensland better by contributing to a thriving natural environment while working in genuine partnership with First Nations people. /span>
We’re looking for a Senior Policy Officer to contribute to policy and program delivery of Queensland's environmental offsets framework. The successful candidate will demonstrate a broad and adaptable skillset and an ability to identifying opportunities to work with key stakeholders with a view to improving delivery of conservation outcomes and ecologically sustainable development. Ideally you will have experience using and developing IT systems including Geographical Information Systems, complex spreadsheets and databases.
If you're excited by a varied role with a strong focus on people, read on.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Flexible full-time |
| Occupational group | Policy & Planning |
| Classification | PO3 |
| Workplace Location | Flexible |
| Job ad reference | QLD/634554/25 |
| Closing date | 23-May-2025 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Caitlin Fleck |
| Contact details | Phone: 07 3339 5873 Access the National Relay Service |
Your contribution:
• Provide expertise, policy support and sound advice that is robust and evidence based for the management and conservation biodiversity outcomes for both landscape, marine and aquatic ecosystems in Queensland
• Analyse and interpret information relating to management and conservation biodiversity outcomes from a variety of sources utilising appropriate tools and prepare high quality reports, correspondence, briefings, presentations and guidelines
for internal and external use
• Engage with key stakeholders in the business, industry, government and conservation sectors to identify issues and areas for improvement of government policy
• Develop effective working relationships with other staff within the department; within the Queensland Public Sector, and with relevant external organisations in relation to environmental offset policies, practices and regulations
• Provide project management and support to the Offsets Policy team as required
• Foster a workplace culture that supports and promotes the interests of First Nations people and actively engage through our work to contribute to better outcomes for First Nations people.
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:
• Demonstrated ability to manage projects and tasks, including within a dynamic, professional environment with a focus on accountability and deliverables
• Proven research and problem-solving skills to enable assessment of complex issues across science, technical, policy and legislation to environmental issues
• Ability to work autonomously, meet deadlines, establish priorities and work as an effective member of a team to successfully contribute to organisational objectives • Demonstrated written and verbal communication, consultation, negotiation and liaison skills to represent the department professionally with key stakeholders and industry
• Sound knowledge or the ability to acquire knowledge of public sector legislation, policies and standards relating to environmental offsets in Queensland
• Desirable: experience using Geographical Information Systems, complex spreadsheets and databases
• 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 our commitment to equity, diversity, respect and inclusion.
• You can provide these in a succinct resume and short 2-page statement or contact.
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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