Description:
Applications are invited for the temporary position of AO7, Principal Policy Officer, Student Wellbeing, Student Support. This temporary full-time vacancy will commence as soon as possible through to 30 June 2026 unless otherwise determined.Skills
We are seeking a dynamic individual with strong project management skills to join the Student Wellbeing team. The Principal Policy Officer will support projects and initiatives across the student wellbeing portfolio, including:
- Wellbeing Workforce;
- Share the Dignity in Queensland Schools;
- GPs in State Schools Program;
- Health Practitioners in Primary Schools Program;
- Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Inclusion; and
- LGBTIQ+ Student Inclusion.
The Department of Education is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce that reflects the community and schools we support by treating everyone with respect and dignity. This starts with recruitment and selection. The methods of assessing suitability in the recruitment process may vary. This includes making reasonable adjustments to support applicants at all stages of the process and employee lifecycle.
As Principal Policy Officer, Student Wellbeing, You Will
- Manage, incoming and outgoing correspondence and requests from within the department, other government agencies, key stakeholders and general public.
- Draft and edit briefing materials, cabinet submissions, responses to ministerial or departmental correspondence, policy or research papers.
- Provide input on departmental or government reporting on issues related to the student wellbeing portfolio.
- Assist with the recruitment, procurement and contract management related to service providers.
- Collect, manage, and report on datasets across multiple platforms to support evaluation and review of projects.
- Assist with budget processes, including facilitation of appropriation payments and paying invoices.
- Cultivate effective relationships and networks with internal and external stakeholders.
Applicant's key attributes:
- Exceptional writing skills, critical analysis and ability to manage the preparation of correspondence and requests.
- Proven ability to achieve high levels of productivity autonomously, in complex, sensitive or high-pressure environments.
- Ability to provide high-level advice and support to senior officers of the department and schools regarding the development of programs and initiatives to support student wellbeing.
- Exceptional written and interpersonal communication, with an ability to consult and negotiate persuasively on strategic policy issues and facilitate stakeholder meetings and briefings to senior management.
- Skills and experience relevant to financial processes and data management are highly desirable.
How To Apply
- Applications should include a brief resume, contact details for 2 referees (one of whom should be your current supervisor), and
- A brief response (maximum 2 pages) to the “How you will be assessed” section of the attached role description.
We welcome all applicants to share any support needed to ensure our recruitment process is inclusive.
Applications remain current for 12 months from the closing date and may be considered for appointment to identical or similar vacancies within the Department.
Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.
When working in regulated employment an employee must have a current Working with Children Clearance (blue card) issued by Blue Card Services.
Salary rate shown is reflective of full-time (1.0 FTE).
The Department of Education is a family inclusive workplace. Click here to find out more about our Inclusion and Diversity strategies.
Occupational group Education & Training
27 Mar 2025;
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