Your contribution As Director, Reef Partnerships, you will provide senior strategic leadership to coordinate, implement and communicate Queensland Government Reef strategies and programs, ensuring delivery of measurable and enduring Reef health outcomes. You will lead a multidisciplinary team of environmental, communications and project management professionals and work in close partnership with multiple Queensland Government agencies, the Australian Government and a wide range of nongovernment stakeholders. You will have primary responsibility for overseeing the implementation of the Queensland Reef Water Quality Program across multiple departments. This includes establishing and maintaining effective governance arrangements, monitoring and evaluating program performance, managing risks and dependencies, and reporting on progress to senior executives, Ministers and Cabinet. You will lead the development and delivery of investment strategies, including negotiating, managing and leveraging complex investment partnerships with government and nongovernment entities to maximise impact and value for money. The role contributes to the strategic direction of Queensland's Reef strategies and programs, supporting implementation of the Reef 2050 Long Term Sustainability Plan and delivery of Reef election commitments. You will ensure contemporary science is coordinated, applied and clearly communicated to underpin Reef policy, program design and decision making, and support the integration of science across statutory and non-statutory frameworks. You will represent the Office of the Great Barrier Reef and World Heritage and the Queensland Government on high level committees, working groups and forums, and contribute to joint Reef communications, including coordination of the Reef 2050 communications network. As a senior leader, you will role model executive leadership behaviours, foster a safe, inclusive and respectful workplace, and build strong, productive relationships to deliver outcomes in a complex, high profile policy environment. What's in it for you? - Enjoy flexible working arrangements, strong work-life balance and the benefits of Queensland public service employment.- Work on matters of global environmental significance and make a tangible contribution to protecting the Great Barrier Reef.- Collaborate with passionate and highly skilled professionals across government, research, industry and community sectors.- Access ongoing professional development and senior leadership opportunities. How to apply We are open to assessing your suitability in a way that works for you. For information on how to apply, including options for workplace adjustments, visit:https://www.detsi.qld.gov.au/our-department/employment/why-work-with-us To apply for this role, please provide:- your relevant skills, experience and capabilities for the role- why you are the best suited person for the position- how you will support our commitment to equity, diversity, respect and inclusion. You can provide this information in a succinct resume (up to 6 pages) and a short statement (up to 2 pages). Refer to the position description for full details. Applications to remain current for 12 months.