Field Officer

As a Field Officer, you will be at the forefront of engaging with stakeholders, including employers, schools, training providers, and community organisations, to promote workforce development initiatives. You will provide expert advice on VET programs, apprenticeships, and traineeships, ensuring stakeholders are well-informed and supported. If you are motivated to make a meaningful impact in Queenslands education, training, and employment sectors, we want to hear from you. Apply today and be part of shaping the future of vocational education and training in Queensland! About the role As the Field Officer, you will - Provide guidance to employers, schools, training providers, and community organizations on VET programs, apprenticeships, traineeships, and workforce development initiatives. - Actively promote the benefits of training, skills development, and VET pathways to increase participation and completion rates across Queensland. - Support the planning and execution of regional training and workforce initiatives to create employment opportunities and address skills gaps. - Monitor stakeholder performance, provide education, and support capacity-building efforts to enhance training outcomes. - Develop and maintain professional relationships with internal and external stakeholders to strengthen Queenslands vocational education and training system. - Contribute to key projects, support initiatives like the Queensland Training Awards, and engage in public speaking and presentations to promote training opportunities. What we are looking for The position requires an applicant who can: - Demonstrate knowledge of (or the ability to quickly learn) Queenslands vocational education and training system, workforce development issues, and departmental programs. - Has ability to research, collect and analyse data, investigate issues, manage projects, and make informed decisions to achieve regional objectives - Maintain a principled approach to working with colleagues and stakeholders, ensuring fairness, professionalism, and high-quality advice. - Deliver accurate, timely work while actively contributing to team and regional goals. - Engage with stakeholders, manage conflict, negotiate, problem-solve, and confidently present information both verbally and in writing. Refer to the Role Description for a full list of responsibilities and what we are looking for. How to apply To apply, please submit the below via the SmartJobs application page: - Your current resume - Provide a short statement (of no more than one page) telling us why you are interested in this role and outlining what your motivation is to join us. Please ensure you refer to the Role Description Interested in applying section for more information on what to include as part of your application. Were committed to appointing the best-suited person for each role. This includes considering equity, diversity, respect, and inclusion needs within our agency. We believe that these elements are essential for the success of our team, and we strongly encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply. If you require any reasonable adjustments to fully participate in the recruitment process, please do not hesitate to reach out to the designated contact for the vacancy. Applications to remain current for 12 months Job Ad Reference: QLD/623837/25 Closing Date: Monday, 17 March 2025This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.

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• Company : Queensland Government
• Position : Field Officer
• Location : Mackay QLD
• Country : AU