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Principal Communications & Engagement Officer
Community Safety; Communications Culture & Engagement; Office Of The Commissioner; Brisbane City
Join the Queensland Police Service (QPS) as the Principal Communications and Engagement Officer, leading the Knife Crime Prevention team in delivering impactful, evidence-based initiatives to combat knife crime.
In this pivotal role, you will collaborate with key stakeholders to enhance community safety and reduce the prevalence and impact of knife crime. Your work will align with QPS strategic priorities, driving meaningful change and fostering safer communities across Queensland.
Job details
| Position status | Fixed Term Temporary |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Community Engagement and Education |
| Classification | AO7 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City |
| Job ad reference | QLD/682624/26 |
| Closing date | 31-Mar-2026 |
| Job duration | Until 30/6/2027 with possible extension |
| Contact person | Melissa Gilbert |
| Contact details | Mobile: 0427 606 823 Access the National Relay Service |
Your key accountabilities
The core capability requirements for this role are:
- Deliver and implement communication and engagement strategies to support QPS initiatives.
- Manage a multi-disciplinary team in the delivery of a range of communication and engagement strategies, events and training initiatives.
- Evaluate and review QPS communication and engagement strategies, policies and procedures to determine currency, effectiveness and impact.
- Provide high level strategic communications and engagement advice to QPS members, including the Executive Leadership Team.
- Prepare submissions, reports, briefing material and general correspondence for senior management.
- Maintain and develop effective communication networks with internal and external clients and stakeholders.
Role Requirements:
Qualification -
- Qualifications and/or experience in journalism and/or corporate communications, experience with Adobe Creative Cloud Suite and IAP2 certification will be considered favourably.
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.
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.
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682624-26-Role Description (Word, 3.67MB)
Role Description
682624-26-Applicant Guide non-Police (Word, 227KB)
Information Package for Applicants
