Are you an experienced Principal Project Officer seeking a role in a dynamic and agile team? As a Principal Project Officer in Strategy & Policy, you will lead school policy, projects and programs that directly support our schools. Statewide Operations is home to 23 school-based procedures, multiple interjurisdictional programs, and delivers statewide projects and initiatives that support the department's strategic direction.

Job details

About the Role:

Our ideal candidate will lead tasks and teams across a range of functions, which may include (but are not limited to) developing strategic policy responses to emerging issues impacting Queensland state schools, procedural reviews, delivery of strategic projects and programs, and high-level document writing.

In this role, you may be responsible for:

• Leading the research, analysis, review, and evaluation of complex policy, procedural, and program matters.
• Contributing to the formulation and implementation of strategic and workable policy responses to emerging issues.
• Providing strategic advice and guidance to the Minister, Director-General and senior officers on policy development, program design, and implementation.
• Coordinating and managing projects across their full lifecycle—from initiation and stakeholder engagement to delivery and evaluation.
• Developing clear, high-quality policy documentation for a variety of audiences, including policy papers, communication materials, executive briefings, and ministerial correspondence.
• Building and maintaining productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitoring and reporting on performance data to support evidence-informed decision-making.
• Contributing to continuous improvement activities and broader branch initiatives.

About You

This is a unique opportunity to join a collaborative, purpose-driven team working on diverse projects that make a real difference in the education system.

We are looking for experienced policy professionals who:

• Thrive in a dynamic environment and can effectively balance multiple priorities.
• Demonstrate strong analytical and conceptual thinking skills.
• Are confident communicators and effective collaborators.
• Can produce high-quality written work with precision and clarity.
• Are solution-focused and committed to delivering meaningful outcomes for Queensland schools.

Interested? To Apply: 

• Attach a brief resume including contact details for 2 referees (referees should have an understanding of your relevant work history)
• Attach a 2-page response to the How you will/may be assessed section of the attached 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.

• Applicant Information Package (PDF, 245KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  CO646462_25T Role Description (PDF, 238KB)
  Role Description