AO7/1 Principal Governance Officer

• AO7 Principal Governance Officer
• QLD Government
• $88.29 per hour + superannuation
• Brisbane CBD
• Full-time, temporary contract (Monday to Friday)
• Initial contract from 31/08/2026 - 05/03/2027 with possible extension

About the role
An opportunity is available for an experienced Principal Governance Officer to support strategic planning, performance, risk management, and governance functions within a large Queensland Government business area. This role works closely with senior leaders to provide high-level governance advice, drive continuous improvement and ensure alignment with legislative, policy and whole‑of‑government requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and continuously improve strategic planning, performance, risk management, and governance frameworks in line with legislative requirements, ISO standards and government expectations
• Provide governance oversight across business governance activities including internal audit, legal matters, Right to Information and insurance processes
• Provide high-quality advice to executives and staff on contemporary best practice in governance, planning, risk and audit
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen strategic and operational planning, performance management and governance practices
• Research and prepare complex reports, submissions, briefs and papers for senior leaders and governance committees
• Build and maintain effective working relationships across internal business areas, central agencies and external stakeholders
• Embed a positive, risk-aware culture by facilitating governance discussions, workshops, and communities of practice
• Lead strategic projects that support governance obligations
• Establish and maintain governance tools, resources and capability‑building frameworks

  
About you

• High-level knowledge and practical experience in planning, performance, risk management, and governance
• Government experience within governance, risk management, planning, and risk controls is highly desirable
• Strong strategic, analytical, and problem-solving capability with the ability to deliver clear, well‑reasoned advice at a senior level
• Proven ability to build and maintain effective relationships across all levels of government and with external stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously, manage competing priorities, and deliver outcomes in a complex and changing environment
• Strong capability in driving accountability, supporting team capability, and modelling ethical and professional behaviour

  
Apply
Apply below to be considered for this opportunity.
Alternatively, email Louise Clark directly at louise.clark@empiregroup.com.au | Please reference JOBID – 1673267
Reference number: 1673267
Profession:GovernmentGovernment

Company: empire group
Date posted: 26th Aug, 2026