Are you a strategic thinker and exceptional communicator ready to shape government priorities? As a Principal Advisor in the Implementation Division, you’ll lead the monitoring, tracking, and reporting of election commitments, while working with departments to resolve key implementation challenges.

With your expertise in policy, governance, and innovative problem-solving, you’ll provide high-level advice to senior executives, identify risks and opportunities, and embed sustainable solutions into government culture. You’ll also contribute to the design and improvement of reporting systems, drive impactful outcomes and cultivate relationships across government, industry, and the community.

If you’re ready to influence with purpose and deliver measurable, long-term results, apply now to make a difference!

Job details

Why Join Us:
At DPC, you'll be part of a team that leads and connects the public sector, delivering outstanding advice and services that impact Queensland's future. It's in your hands. The Implementation Division are responsible for driving delivery of the government's key priorities and partnering across government to ensure impactful and measurable outcomes on a range of policy problems.

How you'll contribute:
As the Principal Advisor on Government Commitments, you will lead the monitoring, tracking and reporting of election commitments.
In this role you will:
• Prepare timely and comprehensive submissions and briefing materials including Cabinet submissions on a range of issues related to delivery of election commitments
• Build collaborative and productive working relationships at all levels across all government agencies.
• Identify and implement strategic opportunities for improvements to process and deliverables.
• Manage a reporting and communication database to facilitate reporting and process management.

What you'll bring to the role:
To be successful in this role you will be a strategic thinker with strong insight into the function of government and how reporting and governance can contribute to delivery. You will leverage your excellent interpersonal and communication skills to proactively raise and address risks and issues with stakeholders across all agencies in government.

What we can offer you:
As part of our team, you will be provided with comprehensive support to help you achieve your professional development goals. You will have the opportunity to work in a state-of-the-art building situated on the river's edge. We take pride in offering first-class facilities to all our employees, and we prioritise their well-being through our flexible working arrangements and DPC's Health, Safety, and Wellbeing program.

How to apply:
To apply, please provide a one page cover letter addressing the core competencies, outlining your experience and what you would bring to the role and a tailored resume which highlights your work experience relevant to the responsibilities outlined in the Role Description and job advertisement.

Further information on the responsibilities of the role and how to apply are found in the role description and applicant guide. DPC is committed to working with you to discuss adjustments to ensure you can best demonstrate your suitability for the role. If you would like to discuss the role or would like additional support/adjustments during recruitment, please contact Luana Maeyke on Ph: (07) 3003 9445.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/659341/25

Closing Date: Tuesday, 23 September 2025

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• DOC 25 145775 DPC - Candidate Information Pack (PDF, 686KB)
  
  
  659341 25 Role Description v1 (PDF, 243KB)