Principal Officer: Indigenous & Local Government Relations

Queensland Government; Cairns Regional; Hybride; AUD 150 000 - 190 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive remuneration and generous

Five weeks annual leave + extra leave

Flexible working arrangements (work–n

Relocation assistance

Employee Assistance Program

Résumé du poste

Queensland Government, Transport and Main Roads, is seeking a Principal Officer (Indigenous & Local Government Relations) to lead a team coordinating works and grants programs across Far North District local government areas. The role emphasises projects with Indigenous involvement and delivery of the QTRIP, while strengthening collaboration with councils.

You will provide strategic policy advice, drive program efficiency, and build productive stakeholder partnerships in meetings, forums, and

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in Public Policy, Political Science, Indigenous Studies, Anthropology, Archaeology, Law, Town Planning or Engineering, or a similar qualification relevant to the industry.
• Current holder of a Class C driver licence.
• Must be eligible to work in Australia.
• Criminal history screening must be completed before appointment.
• Pre-employment check of serious discipline history for the recommended candidate(s) as a condition of employment.

Responsabilités

• Leading infrastructure planning and program delivery aligned with district priorities, QTRIP commitments and agreed scope, timeframes and quality standards.
• Developing policies and programs that strengthen relationships and mutual understanding with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander local governments.
• Building productive stakeholder partnerships and representing TMR in meetings, conferences and forums on policy and operational matters.
• Providing clear advice and correspondence, applying sound judgement and improving program efficiency, processes and outcomes.
• Leading and supporting a collaborative, adaptable and innovative Indigenous and Local Government Relations team.

Formation

Tertiary qualification in Public Policy / Political Science / Indigenous Studies / Anthropology / Archaeology / Law / Town Planning / Engineering or related field

Description du poste

Queensland Government, Transport and Main Roads, is seeking a Principal Officer (Indigenous & Local Government Relations) to lead a team coordinating works and grants programs across Far North District local government areas. The role emphasises projects with Indigenous involvement and delivery of the QTRIP, while strengthening collaboration with councils.

You will provide strategic policy advice, drive program efficiency, and build productive stakeholder partnerships in meetings, forums, and