Senior Advisor, Admissions Coordination & Youth Justice

Queensland Government; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Queensland Government is seeking a Principal Advisor for the Admission Coordination Unit to lead coordination of admissions and provide high-level advice on youth in watchhouses, including liaison with oversight agencies such as the Queensland Police Service.

The role involves coordinating daily prioritisation, managing complex issues, leading major projects, and developing inter-agency agreements and capacity-building solutions for stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams and coordinating complex programs.
• Ability to develop and implement inter-agency policies and procedures.
• Strong communication and advisory skills with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily coordination and prioritisation within the Admission Coordination Unit.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders on youth detention and watchhouse matters.
• Lead major projects with compressed timelines to achieve outcomes.
• Provide high level expert advice, briefs and reports on youths in watchhouses and related processes.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Policy development

Project management

Communication

Education

Degree in Public Administration or related field

Job description

Queensland Government is seeking a Principal Advisor for the Admission Coordination Unit to lead coordination of admissions and provide high-level advice on youth in watchhouses, including liaison with oversight agencies such as the Queensland Police Service.

The role involves coordinating daily prioritisation, managing complex issues, leading major projects, and developing inter-agency agreements and capacity-building solutions for stakeholders.