Senior Policy & Strategy Lead - Justice Reform

Department of Justice QLD; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Justice QLD is seeking a Principal Policy Officer, Policy and Strategy to provide strategic policy advice, conduct research and analysis, and develop options, policies, strategies and initiatives affecting the justice system.

The role will liaise with a wide range of stakeholders, draft briefings, and support the Director and Justice Reform Office on policy initiatives, programs and submissions, with applications remaining current for 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Provide timely advice to the Director, Policy and Strategy.
• Identify, research, and analyse complex policy issues relating to matters impacting the justice system and develop evidence-based policy solutions.
• Provide high level advice on policy, legislation, strategies and programs, including the preparation of submissions, memorandums, reports, briefings and ministerial correspondence.
• Liaise and consult with government and non-government organisations about policy and legislation, as required.
• Support inter-departmental and inter-agency meetings.
• Undertake other tasks as directed by the Manager, Policy and Strategy and Director, Policy and Strategy.

Job description

Department of Justice QLD is seeking a Principal Policy Officer, Policy and Strategy to provide strategic policy advice, conduct research and analysis, and develop options, policies, strategies and initiatives affecting the justice system.

The role will liaise with a wide range of stakeholders, draft briefings, and support the Director and Justice Reform Office on policy initiatives, programs and submissions, with applications remaining current for 12 months.