Department of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Partnerships QLD – Brisbane QLD

We are seeking an experienced Policy officer to join the Strategic Policy and Legislation, Women and Multicultural Affairs Team at the Department. We are looking for collaborative, innovative and dedicated officers who want a role that prepares them for a career in policy. You will work on policy matters that are about achieving outcomes for people. This vacancy is for the Strategic Projects Team. This process may be used to fill other emerging vacancies at this level so officer of all policy disciplines should apply.

About Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships and Multiculturalism

The Department of Women, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Partnerships and Multiculturalism is responsible for fostering an environment that allows Queensland women to be economically secure. We work closely with other agencies, peak bodies, local leaders, and the community to lift the living standards of Aboriginal communities and Torres Strait Islander communities. We facilitate an workplace where multicultural communities want to call Queensland home by harnessing their skill and expertise and celebrating the cultural diversity of our State.

About our team

Strategic Policy and Legislation, Women and Multicultural Affairs (SPLWMA) is a broad and fascinating area of work which leads policy and legislation across the Queensland Government for women, First Nations Queenslanders and Queenslanders from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.



We support the Director-General and Minister on a diverse range of issues, including economic empowerment for women and Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islander peoples, the national agreement to close the gap in life outcomes for First Nations people, intergovernmental relations, and development of programs and reforms that impact the lives of women and First Nations people.

Our workplace environment

We value having a workforce that reflects the diverse views, experiences and backgrounds of the community we serve. We strongly encourage enquiries and applications from people with diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal peoples and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We recognise that diversity of cultures and beliefs enriches everyone and provides a multiplicity of viewpoints representative of the communities we serve. We strive to cultivate a psychologically safe and high-performing team environment, one that operates collaboratively and values the collective views of others.

Your contribution and key responsibilities

- Research and provide policy advice on issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
- Develop, implement and evaluate policy initiatives and projects.
- Provide secretariat support for policy forums, including coordinating meetings, agendas and documentation.
- Prepare briefs, submissions, ministerial and departmental correspondence, Parliamentary Questions on Notice, and other policy advice.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

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📌 Policy Officer (Queensland)
🏢 Department of Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Partnerships QLD
📍 Queensland