About us

We are passionate about the health and wellbeing of Queenslanders, with a vision for sport to be at the heart of an active, healthy and connected Queensland.

Our purpose is to inspire all Queenslanders to lead active lives in healthy communities and to support the success of the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

We work every day to make our vision a reality by supporting the state’s sports industry from the elite to the grassroots, through funding, infrastructure and planning, partnerships, events, disaster assistance, capability development, policy and a regional network of engagement officers.  We also operate the state’s four sport and recreation venues in Townsville, Sunshine Coast and on the Gold Coast (Runaway Bay and Tallebudgera).

As a Games delivery partner and the coordinating body for Queensland Government, we’re focused on achieving the best possible outcomes for the Brisbane 2032 Olympic and Paralympic Games and delivering enduring legacies for communities across the state. We are committed to delivering a Games Queenslanders can be proud of.

We’re also home to the Office of Racing, supporting the governance and administration of the racing industry across the state.

Working with us

We are invested in our people: we know they are key to achieving our vision for Queensland. We are committed to creating a thriving and inclusive workplace where people are respected, can fulfil their potential and deliver the best possible outcomes. We achieve this by creating a diverse workforce and living our values, which enable us to harness our strengths and deliver better outcomes for Queensland.

With collaborative working at the core of our organisation, we recognise the power of diversity to broaden perspectives and improve outcomes. We value, respect, include and empower all people so everyone feels able to bring their whole selves to work.

As public servants we are committed to the highest ethical, professional and service standards in the delivery of outcomes for the people of Queensland. We are proudly a White Ribbon Australia accredited workplace. We are committed to preventing violence and supporting employees affected by domestic and family violence (DFV).

Executive leadership

Our department is comprised of the following business areas:

• Office of the Director-General

• Sport and Recreation

• Corporate Services

• Olympic and Paralympic Games Office.

The department is led by our Executive Leadership Team.

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The Executive Director, Communications and Media will be responsible for developing and implementing a strategic and integrated communication function for the department. The role requires an ability to lead, manage and monitor media and strategic communication to deliver government priorities along with excellence in customer-based service delivery. The Executive Director is to provide high level leadership particularly by working collaboratively with the Director-General, the portfolio’s statutory authorities, Ministerial staff and internal and external stakeholders.

The Executive Director will work closely with all departmental business areas to support effective departmental outcomes.

The position supports the department to solve problems, manage risks and maximise opportunities by providing strategic communication, engagement, media and marketing solutions.

The position will lead the following work streams, including providing the central point for key strategic work across the department including:

• the independent racing review

• development of the new sport strategy

• whole of Games coordination and engagement in the lead up to Brisbane 2032

Key responsibilities

This role directly influences the delivery of government programs through the identification and development of effective methods of communicating and engaging with internal and external target audiences, in line with whole-of‐government and departmental strategic directions – your leadership will ensure the provision of accurate and timely material to help showcase the work of the department and to have some fun in the process.

You will be responsible for:

• Leading the Communications and Engagement branch by providing strong and effective leadership and ensuring teams adopt a high performing, trusted, service-driven, positive culture attitude.

• Demonstrating strong business acumen and project management skills with the ability to direct multiple complex communications and engagement projects using innovative work practices.

• Actively adopting a digital first’ approach to all projects and introduce innovative work practices across the branch, and where suitable, the department, to ensure the branch is delivering effectively and efficiently.

• Leading the development, implementation and integrity of the department’s narrative, reputation and brand to ensure activities align with the department’s strategic objectives.

• Providing high-level advice to the Minister’s Office, Director-General, Deputy Directors-General and other departmental staff on strategic communications, stakeholder engagement and media/issues management matters.

• Fostering a professional environment to encourage commitment, ethical behaviour, staff wellbeing, skills development, professional growth and continuous improvement.

• Ensuring effective management of the branch in accordance with statutory responsibilities, government priorities and departmental policies and procedures.

• Representing the Director-General, Deputy Director-General (Corporate) as required, in state-wide and whole-of-government communications and engagement matters.

• Leading and directing the effective use of the branch’s financial and human resources to deliver services in an efficient and fiscally sustainable manner.

What we are looking for

Appointments to the public sector are based on who is best suited for the role.

You will be assessed on your eligibility and suitability for employment, as well as the diversity of lived experience you bring to the role, team and department.

Eligibility assessment

You must be an Australian citizen, have permanent residency status or a visa permitting you to work in Australia. If you are not an Australian citizen you will need to provide evidence of your residency status or visa, with your right to work (including any conditions / restrictions). You are required to notify the department if your right to work in Australia ceases.

Suitability assessment

Your suitability for this role will be assessed against the Executive stream of the Leadership competencies for Queensland framework by looking at what you’ve undertaken previously and what knowledge, skills and learned experiences you can bring to the team and the role, including your personal qualities and attributes and your potential for development. 

Requirements

To be considered, please provide the following information in your online application, for the assessment of your suitability:

• A short (no more than two pages) statement focusing on how you align with the core accountabilities outlined in the role statement below.

• Your current CV highlighting your relevant experience, qualifications, and achievements.

If you need assistance with your application please reach out to us.

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Applications close midnight, Tuesday 12th August 2025