Senior Program Officer (Policy and Strategy)

Essence Mediacom; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Essence Mediacom in Queensland seeks a Senior Program Officer (Policy and Strategy) to support catchment management, wetlands and water quality initiatives. You will bring knowledge in developing and delivering environmental policies, programs and strategies, with strong project management skills.

The role emphasizes analytical, research and liaison capabilities, autonomous work within a team, and effective stakeholder engagement across government and communities to deliver quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Experience developing environmental policies, programs or strategies.
• Strong analytical, research and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to provide sound advice and manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support catchment management, wetlands and water quality programs in Queensland.
• Provide guidance on complex policy issues and ensure timely delivery.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to build consensus.

Skills

Policy development

Program management

Analytical skills

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Environmental Science degree

Job description

Senior Program Officer (Policy and Strategy)

Join our team to support catchment management, wetlands and water quality programs across Queensland.

For this role, you will bring knowledge and experience in developing and delivering environmental policies, programs and/or strategies, supported by strong project and program management skills. Relevant qualifications, such as environmental science, will be highly regarded.

You will have well-developed analytical, research and problem-solving skills, with the ability to provide sound advice on complex issues, manage competing priorities and deliver quality outcomes within agreed timeframes. You will be able to work autonomously while contributing effectively as part of a team in a fast-paced and changing environment.

You will demonstrate strong communication, consultation, negotiation and liaison skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders. You will role model Individual Contributor leadership behaviours and contribute to a safe, respectful, diverse and inclusive workplace.

Enquiries:Kim Piercy on Phone: [phone] ***

Job Ad Reference:QLD/707040/26