Overview
Based in Rockhampton, this temporary AO7 Principal Regional Collaboration Officer role is your chance to make a real impact across regional Queensland. You\'ll work closely with Queensland Government agencies to strengthen collaboration, support regional leadership and deliver cross-agency initiatives that respond to local priorities.
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Are you passionate about regional Queensland and ready to help drive collaboration that leads to real outcomes? We are looking for a Principal Regional Collaboration Officer to join the Manufacturing and Regional and Rural Development division in Rockhampton.
This role places you at the heart of Queensland\'s regional development efforts. A typical day might see you on the phone with a senior regional officer to unpack a local challenge, then in a meeting with cross-agency stakeholders developing a shared response to an emerging regional priority. You could be drafting a briefing for an upcoming Cabinet submission, guiding a regional workplan aligned to government goals, or reviewing regional intelligence to shape strategic decision making.
You\'ll build and maintain strong relationships with regional networks, providing expert support to strengthen regional leadership and drive meaningful collaboration. You\'ll help turn innovative, place-based ideas into real-world initiatives by guiding interagency teams through complex project landscapes. With a strong focus on strategy and governance, you\'ll ensure that cross-agency efforts stay aligned, well-coordinated and outcomes-focused. Whether it\'s writing high-quality advice, shaping governance frameworks or simply being the go-to person for smart, local insights this role is all about helping Queensland\'s regions thrive.
Responsibilities
* Collaborate with Queensland Government agencies to strengthen regional collaboration and deliver cross-agency initiatives that respond to local priorities.
* Engage with regional networks and provide expert support to strengthen regional leadership and drive meaningful collaboration.
* Guide interagency teams through complex project landscapes and ensure cross-agency efforts remain aligned, well-coordinated and outcomes-focused.
* Draft high-quality advice, shape governance frameworks, and support delivery of regional workplans aligned to government goals.
* Develop and maintain briefing materials, and review regional intelligence to inform strategic decision making.
Qualifications
* Experience in stakeholder engagement and relationship management with a range of internal and external partners.
* Ability to navigate complex, collaborative environments to deliver shared outcomes.
* Ability to develop and implement governance frameworks for multistakeholder initiatives.
* Strategic and governance focus with the ability to produce actionable insights and advice.
Application Requirements
* A current resume detailing your relevant experience.
* A cover letter addressing:
o Your awareness of local issues, challenges, and opportunities
o Ability to build and manage relationships with a range of stakeholders
o Ability to navigate complex, collaborative environments to deliver shared outcomes
o How you develop and implement strong governance frameworks for multistakeholder initiatives
Benefits
* Competitive superannuation and salary sacrificing options
* Flexible working options supporting work-life balance
* Generous leave provisions across the Queensland public sector
* Professional career development and training opportunities
* Relocation assistance and provisions
* The chance to help #deliverforqld and be part of Queensland\'s long-term prosperity
Applications to remain current for 12 months.
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