About the role As our Project Officer (Gaps Management), you will: - Assist in the preparation, analysis and provision of data to contribute to policy/discussion documents, submissions, reports and correspondence for the National Fire Ant Eradication Program team, particularly relating to gaps in eradication activities.- Facilitate effective consultation, liaison, communication and collaboration with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate effective treatment of gaps in the eradication treatment area within prescribed timeframes.- Undertake research tasks, data analysis and project work to understand trends and issues that present a risk to the program's eradication objectives and work effectively in a team environment to provide quality advice and recommendations of a high standard to inform high level decisions using a holistic and risk-based approach.- Monitor and manage gaps to ensure the NFAEP team delivers on key priorities, including maintaining data inputs using approved data management systems.- Contribute to the development of resources that assist in undertaking gap related work tasks.- Support management in delivering on the priorities of the NFAEP including arranging, participating in and providing secretariat support for NFAEP meetings; and other relevant Program tasks that arise.- Develop and maintain effective relationships, networks and partnerships within BQ, DAF and stakeholders, to facilitate effective management of gaps in eradication activities, including presenting on gaps-related topics when required.
You may also have -- Practical experience in data or project management, and qualifications in a field such as biosecurity will be favourably regarded.- Knowledge of Arc GIS or other GIS software is highly desirable.- An understanding of biosecurity response activities and the Queensland Disaster Management Arrangements and/or experience in applying your capabilities in a response environment will be highly regarded.
What we are looking for We 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.
Why join the department?The work we do is widespread and varied, but our people are united by an innate sense of purpose, and a passion to serve their fellow Queenslanders. Our people are talented, down-to-earth and resilient, and the work they do every day fills them with gratification and pride. This is what keeps them coming back.
Here are some other reasons why our people choose us: - Have visible impact in your community, and directly contribute to making Queensland a better place to live.- Flexible working options that encourage a healthy work-life balance.- Salary sacrificing options and competitive superannuation.- A variety of fantastic leave benefits, supported across the broader Queensland public sector.- Access to confidential and free counselling for you and your immediate family members through our Employee Assistance Program.- We are committed to preventing violence against women and are proud to be a
White Ribbon accredited workplace.Join us and be a part of our ongoing prevention and response to biosecurity threats.Visit www.daf.qld.gov.au to learn more about us and what we do.
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