Strategic Projects; Strategic Water Initiatives; Water Resource Management; Brisbane City - Other Locations Considered
Pivotal role to lead the strategic project team in Strategic Water Initiatives to deliver priority water projects and programs of work.
The Department of Local Government, Water and Volunteers (DLGWV) previously known as the Department of Regional Development, Manufacturing and Water (DRDMW) is at the forefront of driving sustainable growth across Queensland. Our mission is to manage water resources responsibly and empower councils to support and grow Queensland communities. With over 700 dedicated professionals across Brisbane and regional offices, we work tirelessly to ensure that Queensland's communities, businesses, and water resources thrive.
The Role
An exciting opportunity is available for a Director to lead the Strategic Projects team in the Strategic Water Initiatives Branch. This team drives strategic and coordinated delivery of priority water projects and programs often involving complex stakeholder management and partnerships.
The team's functions include assisting water service providers to source funding in risk areas and facilitate funding milestone payments. Provide advice on state emergency policy priorities and manage water industry partnerships.
• Lead a team in the development of policy and program proposals driving strategic and coordinated responses and innovative solutions for priority water projects with complex stakeholder management.
• Prepare high quality policy papers, briefs, reports, including cabinet submissions and other significant policy and project management papers on departmental priorities and strategic initiatives.
• Develop and maintain productive partnerships with a complex range of stakeholders, and leverage resourcing from internal and external partners, to ensure successful negotiation on strategic projects and initiatives.
• Provide strategic expert advice to the Executive Director, Strategic Water Initiatives, Deputy Director-General, Water Resource Management, Director-General and Minister on a range of departmental and whole-of-government strategic initiatives.
• Lead a high performing and financially sustainable workforce that demonstrates the values of the Public Service and the principles of the department.
• Ensure a culture of service delivery and high performance that recognises the unique contribution of each person, encourages personal and team development.
• Contribute to divisional business planning and resource prioritisation processes.
About You
• There are no mandatory requirements for this role however, tertiary qualifications and/or relevant experience in natural resource management, environmental science and management or environmental law would be highly regarded.
• Exceptional stakeholder management skills to represent the department at meetings and management committees.
• Travel away from the centre may be required.
The Benefits
• Generous State Government employee benefits.
• Fantastic team culture and company values.
• Strategic forward-thinking environment.
• Opportunity to make a positive impact for Regional Queensland.
DLGWV is committed to respecting, protecting and promoting human rights in our decision-making and actions. We celebrate diversity and invite applications from all backgrounds.
How to Apply: submit your current resume, including two referees, and a brief cover letter (1-2 pages) outlining your interest in this role and how your skills and experience align with the key responsibilities and competencies required.
This position is located at Brisbane, will consider other locations. Please advise your preference with your application.
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
Job Ad Reference: QLD/605874/24
Closing Date: Friday, 6 December 2024
Further information We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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