Role type Senior Executive Officer, Office of the
Permanent, full-time
Salary
$130,699 - $138,116 p.a.
Location
1 William Street, Brisbane
Contact
Ben Gordon
A/Executive Director
Ph: (07) 3003 9338
Job ad reference
QLD/452406/22
Closing date
Wednesday, 9 November
2022
Working relationships
Reports to: Executive Director,
Office of the Director-General
Direct reports: 3 Team size: 6
Our team
The Office of the Director-General provides
leadership and centralised coordination for
the Department of the Premier and Cabinet
and the Queensland Government.
The Direct-General provides policy advice
and coordination for the Premier and
supports the Premier in administering
legislative duties as well as managing policy
and executive governance in Queensland.
Our workplace
We are committed to building inclusive
cultures in the Queensland public sector
that respect and promote human rights
and diversity.
We promote a respectful workplace
culture that is free from all forms of
harassment, workplace bullying,
discrimination and violence. We recognise
the importance of supporting and retaining
a mobile, flexible and agile workforce.
Director-General (AO8)
As the Senior Executive Officer you will be principal
source of executive and strategic support to the
Director-General. A key component of your role will be
to manage and coordinate the day-to-day operational
activities of the Office of the Director-General.
You will represent the Office of the Director-General
and advocate, to finality, a range of endorsed
strategies and policy directions at internal working
groups and in meetings and negotiations with
significant internal and external stakeholders.
Your key responsibilities
Provide quality executive and operational support
including the development and implementation of
administrative systems and processes to ensure the
effective and efficient operation of the Office of the
Director-General.
Coordinate all office support functions including
leadership and oversight of administrative and support
staff, resourcing, budget development and analysis,
executive diary and travel management and the
provision of high level secretariat services to the
Director-General.
Develop and implement office procedures and
systems to ensure quality outcomes and to deliver a
program of continuous improvement within the Office
of the Director-General.
Liaise with responsible officers to obtain advice and
to initiate independent action to resolve emerging
issues for and on behalf of the Director-General.
Negotiate with key stakeholders including the Office
of the Premier, other ministerial offices, senior
government officers and members of business and
community groups on a range of strategic and
executive support activities impacting on the
immediate operations of the Office of the Director-
General.
Engage actively in a team environment and contribute
to a positive team culture.
Leadership stream Your core capabilities
This role has been identified as an The core capability requirements for this role are:
individual contributor.
Leads Strategically
Individual contributor Thinks critically and acts on the broader purpose of the system
Leading Self
Develops and mobilises talent
Team leader Strengthens and mobilises the unique talents and capabilities
Leading others of the workforce
and/or projects
Leads change in a complex environment
Embraces change and leads with focus and optimism in an
Program leader
environment of complexity and ambiguity
Leading teams and/or
programs
Fosters a healthy and inclusive workplace
Fosters an inclusive workplace where health, safety and
Executive
wellbeing are promoted and prioritised.
Leading the function

Demonstrates sound governance

Maintains a high standard of practice through governance and
Key: Balance of leadership and
risk management.
technical responsibility

To find out more about the leadership stream and

corresponding capabilities required for this role, please refer
to the Leadership Competencies for Queensland
Specialist/ Leadership
technical

Role requirements
Qualifications Not applicable.
Technical/educational

Operational experience You will possess a high level of discretion and tact, and ensure
confidentiality is always maintained.

Significant demonstrated experience in the provision of

executive services to senior executives.

Outstanding ability to prioritise projects and manage multiple

tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Other Nil