Principal Advisor - Brisbane, Australia - Transport and Main Roads

Transport and Main Roads

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Brisbane, Australia

1 week ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

Transport and Main Roads' (TMR) vision is to create a single integrated network accessible to everyone. We are delivery focused, united by our purpose to make a difference to the lives of Queenslanders. Every day is different and so are our teams.

We foster an inclusive workplace culture and will support you to grow and develop in your career while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

About the role

The Policy Analysis and Engagement (PAE) Unit sits within the Transport Policy Branch which shapes the long-term vision for the transport system and sets new directions and priorities for the department.

PAE contributes to shaping the future of transportation in Queensland by developing and promoting strategic insights to drive policy responses, leading scenarios frameworks and providing branch program oversight.

As Principal Advisor, Policy Definition and Oversight, you will contribute to the development, implementation, management and reporting of the branch program and strategic policy projects.

Some of your responsibilities will include:

Leading the development and oversight of the branch's policy program including leading the process for project prioritisation, monitoring, and reporting on the delivery of the program. This includes preparing insightful reports and dashboards and contributing to continuous improvement to support the branch leadership team.
Analysing emerging transport policy issues, including evolving customer expectations and needs, to inform strategic policy development and implementation that supports the direction of the transport system in Queensland.
Building and strengthening internal and external stakeholder relationships across the department, government, and transport sector to support policy and program delivery.
Preparing advice, correspondence, briefs, presentations and reports in response to policy and program priorities and direction.
Providing project management support and coordination including managing competing priorities under tight timeframes.

We recognise and celebrate that everyone is unique and seek the applicant best suited to the role.

We will assess your experience, knowledge and acquired skills, as well as your potential for development and your personal qualities.

To thrive in this role, you will need to demonstrate the following:

Experience in program formulation, monitoring and reporting, including data analysis and visualisation using Microsoft Excel, PowerBI or similar.
A background and understanding of policy analysis, policy development and implementation.
Strong stakeholder management skills.
Track record in managing competing priorities successfully.

Additional Benefits this role offers:

Work and Life balance, including 'flex time' and flexible work arrangements with hours that suit you and a working from home option.
Beautiful City location close to the Brisbane Botanical Gardens and public and active transport
Work with a supportive team, with a high level of training and development invested in each staff member
Generous leave and superannuation

Please tell us about any additional support or adjustments, such as interpreting services, physical requirements, or assistive technologies, that will better enable you to shine during the recruitment process.

Applications to remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference:
QLD/528514/23

Closing Date:
Tuesday, 5th December 2023This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.