Department of Setting, Tourism, Science and Innovation QLD – Brisbane QLD

Principal Policy Officers specialise in turning policy into strategies and legislation and developing communication and stakeholder engagement products specifically related to these key deliverables. Principal Policy Officers are involved in all aspects of policy and legislation project work, including:
problem identification and analysis
options analysis (specifically whether legislative amendments are required to solve the problem)
solution design and recommendation (specifically how potential solutions could fit into the existing legislative framework)
stakeholder consultation
high-level briefing
setting and conservation strategy development and reporting
legislative amendment projects including all elements of Cabinet and Parliamentary processes
implementation planning and overview.

As a Principal Policy Officer,



you will manage the day-to-day planning, operation and problem solving for policy, strategy and legislation projects to ensure that timeframes and objectives are met. This includes the development of a range of products including project plans, discussion papers, strategies, cabinet submissions, draft legislation, executive and ministerial briefs and other communication materials.

The position is also responsible for the coordination and provision of strategic policy analysis and advice to other areas of the department, government, and external stakeholders.

While the position sits within the Conservation Policy and Legislation Unit, Principal Policy Officers are agile and may be required to work on projects within other PL units and teams.
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📌 Principal Policy Officer Brisbane City
🏢 Department of Environment, Tourism, Science and Innovation QLD
📍 Brisbane