About Us

The Queensland LGBTQIA+ Alliance (Alliance) is the inaugural peak body for LGBTQIA+ people in Queensland. The Alliance was founded by 16 members and is initially working through an auspice agreement with the Queensland Council for LGBTI Health (QC) in partnership with the 16 founding members. We are guided by the Pride in our Communities 2024 -2032 strategy to ensure LGBTQIA+ communities are connected, celebrated, safe and supported to live authentically and thrive.

Contribution to Queensland LGBTQIA+ Alliance

Our work is always informed by evidence, expertise and living experiences and at the center of what we do are the voices and aspirations of LGBTQIA+ Queenslanders of all ages. We are committed to walking alongside Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples to build stronger relationships, cultural autonomy, understanding and recognition of the history, cultures and diversity that make up Australian First Nations peoples.

OUR VALUES

Our Alliance Values Statement with PRIDE at its Core:

P - Presence, Participation and Positive Visibility:

We celebrate, champion and promote positive identities and experiences within our LGBTI communities and beyond. We recognise the value of embracing one's true self, overcoming adversities and empowering others to do the same. As an Alliance we need a presence at the table and genuine participation on any decisions impacting our community from educational services, health provision, social and economic services. We are committed to a partnership approach that enables our community to co-lead and influence what's best for our communities and to reduce stigma by increasing visibility, actively working to challenge stereotypes and misconceptions.

R - Respect and Rights:

We hold respect and Rights at the heart of our Alliance. We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment where all voices are heard and valued. We actively work and commit to holding spaces where lateral violence is managed and accountability is both an individual and collective responsibility. We champion the rights of all individuals, striving to ensure that every person is treated with dignity and respect.

I - Inclusivity, Intersectionality and Invested:

Inclusivity and intersectionality are the cornerstones of our work. We acknowledge that our LGBTI communities are invested in and directly impacted by the decisions that affect our communities. Our commitment to inclusion and investment of our communities is unparalleled with networks, lived experience and engagement across the State.

D - Dignity, Diversity and Equality:

We advocate for the dignity and equality of all, striving to ensure that every person is treated with respect and afforded equal rights. We celebrate, respect and champion the diversity of our community and the value and challenges this diversity brings.

E - Empowerment and Education:

Empowerment and education are essential components of our Alliance and its work. We believe that by providing resources, knowledge, and support, we can empower individuals to advocate for themselves and others within our LGBTI communities because we are strong and we know what our communities need to thrive. These principles encapsulate our commitment and connection with our LGBTI communities and guide our approach in all that we do. They represent our unwavering dedication to fostering a world where all individuals can live with pride, dignity, and equality.

Your team – Queensland LGBTQIA+ Alliance team

We value and embed Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander principles and practices as an essential part of how we reach, respect and reinvigorate genuine partnerships

We value and respect the diverse population groups and communities that represent LGBTQIA+ Queenslanders

Performance: The team performs its roles efficiently and effectively to ensure that we get the most out of our financial and human resources in a tight funding environment where the needs of our communities are higher than ever. The team thinks strategically and with innovation to find ways to meet project and policy advice needs in a way that increases delivery to as many communities as is possible.

Your position summary

The Senior Policy Officer is responsible for advocating for the rights, economic and social outcomes of LGBTQIA+ Queenslanders of all ages .The work will involve researching, analysing, and evaluating existing systems to identify areas of improvement, and proposing practical solutions that will lead to positive changes for LGBTQIA+ people in Queensland. You will also collaborate with Alliance members and localised voices to inform and influence policy development and implementation, in line with the Alliance’s values, goals and priorities. This position is an integral member of the team to establish and operationalise a statewide LGBTQIA+ Alliance in Queensland that is culturally safe, inclusive, and responsive, with robust governance structures underpinned by First Nations principles and practices.

Required skills for this position

This position requires a demonstrated track record in leading policy initiatives or projects. The successful candidate will possess the attributes to be a welcome first point of contact to many diverse community members, member organisations, key stakeholders, government stakeholders and paid and unpaid workforce members.

You will provide lead complex strategic policy advice, lead the Alliance’s response to law reform processes, and advocate on key issues of importance to LGBTIQA+ people and communities

You will understand and be sensitive to issues affecting human rights, economic and social outcomes for LGBTQIA+ Queenslanders

You will demonstrate a high-level ability to understand and respond to emerging issues or trends in relation to LGBTQIA+ rights and equality

You will demonstrate strong research and policy analysis skills

Enhance the performance of others including building the capacity and capacity of Alliance members

Highly developed interpersonal communication and negotiation skills and the ability to build and maintain professional working relationships with government partners, key stakeholders, suppliers and the Alliance members

You have exceptional written advice and reporting skills, including the ability to translate complex concepts into materials that the community can easily absorb, and apply critical thinking and attention to detail

You have competent computing skills including competency in web based systems, Mac and PC based applications and remote working systems as well as capability to navigate digital platforms

Exercise a high level of interpersonal skills, build social cohesion and strong working relationships across diverse population groups in regional locations of the state

Position key responsibilities and duties

This position will perform the following key duties:

Lead and deliver policy and law reform projects and campaigns targeted to LGBTQIA+ communities in Queensland.

Build strong partnerships, consult and work collaboratively with LGBTQIA+ member organisations, stakeholder groups, state and federal counterparts on policy matters to jointly achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.

Consult and codesign with urban, regional and discrete LGBTQIA+ Sistergirl and Brotherboy groups, individuals and communities in Queensland.

Undertake extensive research and analysis of data to inform strategic policy advice and submissions to government, parliament and other law reform or inquiry processes.

Prepare high level correspondence and verification reporting to meet funding and relevant contractual obligations.

Support members with increased access to use of resources, research, process design and delivery of strategic policy advice.

Explore and scale up policy partnerships that ensure consistency of collaboration and unity to meet the evolving needs of Queensland LGBTQIA+ communities across all ages.

Represent the Alliance at community forums, workshops, summits and key date events.

High level advice, briefing and reporting to the Chief Executive Officer.

SELECTION CRITERIA

Essential:

Strong commitment to human rights and diversity.

Deep understanding of creating change having a thorough understanding of the barriers and disadvantages faced by LGBTIQIA+ people in Queensland.

Strong analytical skills and strategic thinking with the ability to analyse complex situations and identify patterns and relationships among different variables.

Excellent communication skills, translating complex systems concepts and ideas in a clear and concise manner to a wide range of stakeholders, including decision-makers, experts, and the general public with varying levels of communication requirements.

Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills to navigate complex stakeholder relationships, while being able to negotiate effectively with diverse groups of individuals and organisations. Additionally, a policy advocate should be able to manage conflicts and resolve disagreements among stakeholders in a constructive, respectful and collaborative manner.

Desirable:

LGBTIQIA+ community member.

Previous experience at a not for profit and/or LGBTIQA+ sector organisation.

University qualification or equivalent experience in law, policy or other relevant fields.

Policy or Advocacy experience.

Reporting Relationships

Supervisor: Chief Executive Officer

Other key relationships: 2Spirits Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Corporation for Queensland LGBTIQ+ Sistergirl and Brotherboy Health and Wellbeing |Queensland LGBTQIA+ Alliance members | Queensland Government

Working arrangements

This position allows for a mixture of home based, flexible, office-based and remote working hours.

Travel

This position may be required to travel

Applications

Applications are to include a cover letter of no more than two pages that address the position key duties and a current resume.

How to Apply:

You can apply by submitting a 2 page cover letter and a current resume to the CEO, Queensland LGBTQIA+ Alliance, Rebecca Johnson at [email protected] by COB Friday 18 April 2025.