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Principal Program Officer

Queensland Government
Brisbane Full-day Full-time

Description:

Join Our Team: Principal Program Officer – Drive Impact for Queensland’s Vulnerable Communities

Are you passionate about making a positive impact on the lives of vulnerable Queenslanders? Do you have the expertise and drive to manage complex programs with precision and empathy? If so, we are looking for someone like you to take on the role of Principal Program Officer.

About the Role: As a Principal Program Officer, you will be at the heart of our mission to better the lives of those in need within our community. You will bring your high-level strategic, policy, and program management skills to the forefront to ensure the effective delivery of our key initiatives.

This is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to channel your professional skills into meaningful work that resonates throughout the state of Queensland.

Join Us: Elevate your career to new heights with a role that challenges and rewards in equal measure. Be at the forefront of change, and live the satisfaction of knowing your work directly contributes to the well-being of vulnerable Queenslanders.

The Role

The Principal Program Officer provides high-level strategic, policy, and program management expertise to ensure the effective delivery of programs and initiatives. The role requires leadership in procurement, contract management, governance, and stakeholder engagement, with a focus on achieving value for money, mitigating risk, and aligning service delivery with government objectives.

The Team and the Branch

LASF improves access to free or low-cost legal services for vulnerable Queenslanders by providing policy advice and administering State and Commonwealth funding. As part of the Investment and Commissioning branch, we manage funding, grants, and service commissioning to strengthen legal assistance.

We collaborate with stakeholders and government partners to meet national obligations and develop investment strategies for key priorities like family violence and community legal services. Our focus is on equitable access to justice and innovative sector solutions.

How to Apply: Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your experience and why you are the ideal candidate for this position.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/631611/25

Closing Date: Friday, 2nd May 2025

Occupational group Administration
11 Apr 2025;   from: linkedin.com

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