Principal Policy Officer

Primary Industries; Brisbane; In loco; AUD 110.000 - 150.000; Tempo pieno

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The National Fire Ant Eradication Program in Queensland is seeking a Principal Policy Officer to lead complex policy and regulatory work supporting the program’s delivery.

You will translate legislation and policy into practical guidance, provide high‑level advice to senior leaders, and collaborate with operational teams and partner agencies to implement government priorities.

Competenze

• Experience delivering complex policy in government or equivalent.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for senior leadership.
• Ability to navigate regulatory environments and translate policy into practical guidance.

Mansioni

• Lead complex policy research and development, turning regulatory issues into evidence-based recommendations.
• Develop and review legislation, policies and operational guidance for program delivery.
• Produce high-quality executive documents including briefs and cabinet submissions.
• Influence diverse stakeholders to develop workable policy solutions and meet priorities.
• Provide senior policy leadership and coaching to team members, ensuring delivery of commitments.
• Identify policy and program risks and implement appropriate controls and governance.

Conoscenze

Policy analysis and research

Stakeholder engagement

Legislation drafting

Executive-level briefing

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Join the fight to protect our communities and environment!

The National Fire Ant Eradication Program is on a mission to eliminate one of Australia's most invasive pests - the fire ant. These destructive pests pose a serious threat to our way of life, and we need passionate and dedicated individuals to help us stop them in their tracks. Be part of a team making a real difference for Queensland's future.

Together, we can protect our homes, wildlife, and industries. Join us today and help eradicate fire ants for good!

As a Principal Policy Officer with the National Fire Ant Eradication Program, you will lead complex policy and regulatory work that directly supports the delivery of one of Queensland's most significant biosecurity programs. You will translate complex legislation, policy and operational issues into clear, practical solutions, provide high quality advice to senior leaders, and work closely with operational teams, technical specialists and partner agencies.

Success in this role will require strong policy judgement, exceptional written communication, stakeholder influence and the ability to navigate complex government and regulatory environments while keeping sight of practical operational outcomes.

What you’ll do:

• Lead complex policy research, analysis and development, turning regulatory, legislative and operational issues into clear, evidence-based recommendations and practical solutions.
• Develop and review legislation, policies, procedures and operational guidance that strengthen governance, compliance and the effective delivery of the Program.
• Produce high-quality executive and government documentation, including briefs, Cabinet submissions, drafting instructions, consultation papers, regulatory impact statements and presentations.
• Influence and collaborate with diverse stakeholders, including operational teams, technical specialists, partner agencies and senior leaders, to develop workable policy solutions and achieve government priorities.
• Provide senior policy leadership, guiding policy direction, coaching team members and ensuring key commitments under the National Fire Ant Eradication Response Plan are delivered.
• Identify and manage policy, regulatory and program risks, developing appropriate controls and solutions to support sound governance and informed decision-making.
• Drive continuous improvement, using consultation, evidence and operational feedback to improve policies, procedures and business processes.

This position is available in Berrinba (preferred) or Virginia, Negotiable , please indicate your location preference for this role on your application.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/706155/26 Closing Date: Thursday, 19 November 2026