Be part of supporting Queenslanders within the community! The Queensland Rural and Industry Development Authority (QRIDA) is a specialist provider of government financial assistance programs, including loans, grants and rebates. QRIDA are looking for multiple Assessment Officers, working across both our State and National Programs as well as or Regional Service Delivery (which includes processing of applications in the event of a disaster). For a full description of the roles and responsibilities, please refer to the role descriptions attached.

Job details

We are seeking passionate and talented individuals to join our team and contribute to programs that make a real difference. Your work will directly improve the lives of Queenslanders and empower individuals, small and family businesses to thrive.

Key responsibilities include:

• Review of applications to ensure eligibility within guidelines and analysis of relevant evidence provided by applicants.
• Processing of applications for schemes and programs administered by QRIDA.
• Communicate effectively, both internally and externally, particularly as it relates to the analysis of applications and evidence.
• Contribute towards the effective management of the business unit's resources and information in accordance with QRIDA's governance and policy frameworks, including but not limited to risk management, work health and safety, and records management.

Expressions of interest will be reviewed, and shortlisted candidates will be contacted to participate in a recruitment process. Timelines for recruitment activities may vary depending on program need.

If deemed suitable, your details will remain in the QRIDA Assessment Officer talent pool and you may be contacted further if an opportunity arises matching your skills and experience.

Additional Information:

• Submission of this EOI is not a guarantee that you will be offered employment with QRIDA.
• By submitting an EOI, you will not automatically be considered for specific advertised vacancies. If you wish to be considered for a specific advertised vacancy, please ensure you complete the application form and submit your application for the relevant vacancy via the job search website and follow the process outlined for that vacancy.

Working at QRIDA 

Joining our passionate team means an opportunity to learn, further your career, have your ideas heard and make a difference for rural and regional Australians every day.

Staff have access to: 

• Salary Packaging, 12.75% super and 17.5% leave loading
• Flexible working arrangements including balancing of in office/working from home arrangements
• Career and Performance Development Planning with the focus on setting of goals and career development
• Learning & Development including access to the QRIDA Aspire Scheme
• Employee assistance and benefits programs including access to Rewards Gateway (after meeting eligibility requirements)

QRIDA is a small organisation of just over two hundred employees. We value diversity in our community and work hard to foster an environment of inclusivity and trust.

Our Role and Purpose 

The Queensland Rural and Industry Development Authority (QRIDA) is a specialist provider of government financial and advisory support to rural and regional Queensland.

As a statutory body of the Queensland Government, we have been helping primary producers and industry recover from natural disaster, improve sustainability and profitability, make a start in business, and overcome difficult conditions, for more than 30 years.

As the Queensland Government's experts in rural finance, we also administer the State Government's Farm Business Debt Mediation program, the Farm Debt Reconstruction Office, conduct a biennial Rural Debt Survey, undertake research and provide advice to the Minister for Natural Resources and Mines, Minister for Manufacturing, and Minister for Regional and Rural Development.

QRIDA is empowered under the Rural and Regional Adjustment Act 1994 to deliver additional programs and services across a range of industry sectors and to local, state and territory governments throughout Australia and for the Australian Government.

We're committed to do more to be a proactive, responsible and reliable provider of financial management services and assistance to create sustainable rural communities.

To see what we are working on now visit our website at www.qrida.qld.gov.au

Further information

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

To apply for this position please download a copy of the 'Applying for a Job at QRIDA' guide and follow the instructions, and provide a statement addressing each selection criteria separately as part of your application (2 pages maximum).

Documents

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

• AO4 Assessment Officer QLD Regional Delivery (PDF, 284KB)
  Role Description
  
  AO4 Assessment Officer State and National Programs (PDF, 283KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applying for a Job at QRIDA guide_7Oct2025 (PDF, 345KB)
  Information Package for Applicants