Principal Advisor GM

About The RoleAs our Principal Advisor GM, you will:Coordinate and synthesise input from subject matter experts across legal, communications, scientific, compliance and governance disciplines to prepare briefs, submissions and correspondence on behalf of the Office of the General Manager.This role provides advisory support to a variety of subject matter experts ensuring content is accurate, appropriately structured and audience focused.Prepare policy, procedural, practice and case specific advice in support of the General Manager's responses to requests for information from the Executive Program Director, Queensland State Government, the National Management Group and other oversight bodies.Prepare a variety of correspondence, including Parliamentary Briefs; Ministerial and Director- General briefs; verbally brief General Manager, senior management and departmental staff when required. Conduct research, analysis and review of complex issues that may escalate and/or result in disruptions and implement appropriate action.Develop, manage and implement projects and programs that support the effective delivery of services relevant to the General Manager's office. Provide high level advice and direction in relation to program initiatives.Coordinate day-to-day operations to deliver on project outcomes that support the General Manager's capacity to deliver and maintain quality services.Provide high level liaison, consultation and negotiation with internal and external stakeholders towards the development and implementation of whole-of-government policy and program initiatives delivered by the Program.Develop good working relationships across the team which support a culture of respect, collaboration and diversity, and which enhance service provision to support achievement of the Program's goals.What we are looking forWe are seeking the best suited candidate for the role. We will achieve this by:assessing your eligibility and suitability to fulfill the role requirements (including, where relevant, the way you carried out previous roles).evaluating your potential contributions to the department and how your involvement would uphold our commitment to equity, diversity, respect, and inclusion.Eligibility requirementsYou will be asked to provide evidence of how you meet the eligibility requirements during the selection process.Citizenship or visa requirementsTo be eligible for this opportunity, you must be an Australian citizen, hold permanent residency status, or possess a visa allowing you to work in Australia.If You Are Not An Australian Citizen, You Mustprovide evidence of your residency status or visa, along with your right to work (including any conditions and/or restrictionsinform the department if your right to work in Australia ceases.Applications to remain current for 12 months.Job Ad Reference: QLD/669515/25Closing Date: Thursday, 20 November 2025Further informationTwo Fixed Term Temporary Flexible full-time positions available until 30 June 2027 with possible extension.We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.Please ensure you download all attachments and follow the instructions on how to apply.