Are you an experienced leader with a strong governance mindset and a passion for transparency in public investment? As Manager (Publication and Governance), you will lead the development, publication and ongoing governance of the Queensland Transport and Roads Investment Program (QTRIP). Working closely with a diverse range of stakeholders, you’ll ensure the timely delivery of a high‑quality, customer focused program, while providing expert advice to senior leaders. This role plays a critical part in strengthening governance frameworks, driving continuous improvement, and delivering clear, accurate and strategic reporting that supports informed decision‑making and outcomes for Queensland communities.

Job details

An exciting temporary full-time opportunity exists for a Manager (Publication and Governance) on a temporary full-time basis up to 30 July 2027, with possibility of extension. As Manager (Publication and Governance) you will be required to lead and manage the development and publication of the Queensland Transport and Roads Investment Program (QTRIP).  

Some of your responsibilities will include: 

• Lead and manage the annual development, publication and approval of the four year QTRIP in collaboration with a broad range of stakeholders, taking a customer focused approach. 
• Lead and coordinate TMR governance requirements for QTRIP publication, overseeing annual reviews and ongoing updates to associated guidelines, policies and frameworks.  
• Proactively lead business improvement initiatives to enhance operational effectiveness and efficiency of QTRIP governance policies, processes, procedures and systems.  
• Provide high-level advice and expertise to colleagues and senior management reporting program highlights, and in the strategic management of QTRIP through the critical analysis of complex issues and development of recommendations, reports, policies, guidelines, submissions, briefs and correspondence.

We recognise and celebrate that everyone is unique and seek the applicant best suited to the role. We will assess your experience, knowledge and acquired skills, as well as your potential for development and your personal qualities. To thrive in this role, you will need to demonstrate the following: 

Mandatory qualifications and conditions 

• Due to this role having access to sensitive data, a criminal history check will be undertaken prior to appointment to the role.

Requirements of the role 

• Experience leading a team to deliver a program or project, including critical analysis of complex issues, development of policies and guidelines, and providing expert advice to senior management. 
• Experience in program management, including experience using program and project management systems. 
• Experience in writing government submissions, briefing notes, correspondence, promotional materials and so on. 
• Experience in leading business improvement initiatives to enhance operational effectiveness and efficiency of program governance and processes.

Some of the additional benefits this opportunity offers include: 

• Work/life balance, including 'flex time' and flexible work arrangements and a working from home option. 
• City location close to active and public transport, with just over a 10 minute walk from Central Station. 
• Work with a supportive team, with a high level of training and development invested in each staff member 
• Generous leave and superannuation

For more information on the full list of responsibilities, requirements of the role and how to apply for this exciting opportunity, please read the Role Description and Applicant Guide. 

Sara Gaffney, Director (Program Funding and Analysis) can be contacted on 07 3338 4215 should you have any questions regarding this role.

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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Documents

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

• Applicant Guide (PDF, 322KB)
  
  
  688310 26 Role Description (Word, 573KB)