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CHRISTIAN HERBAUT
Senior Project Officer
Brisbane
Summary
Detail-oriented and self-driven investment project officer, known for teamwork and a results-oriented approach, enthusiastic to deliver analytical and strategic solutions in a dynamic, team-oriented environment. Prepared to apply experience in coordinating workflows across policy, budgetary, economics and investment projects. Ready to leverage prior knowledge, skills and a solid academic background in Economics and Finance to drive strategic decision-making and contribute to the successful delivery of investment projects.
Overview
2025
2025
years of professional experience
20
20
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Senior Project Officer
Queensland Treasury
06.2024 - Current
- Reviewed and evaluated payment claims for a major investment project, effectively minimising risk for the State while ensuring timely payment
- Prepared comprehensive, well researched, and thorough documentation including cabinet submissions, briefs, correspondence and reports
- Assessed private sector project proposals for government support, including detailed due diligence, that considered commercial, economic and government strategic priorities
- Quickly established and maintained relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders to support existing and proposed projects
- Researched, analysed and interpreted current and emerging economic and industry development trends in relation to investment, and specific investment proposals
Treasury Analyst
Queensland Treasury
2 2024 - 06.2024
- Coordinated analysis and provided Treasury advice on portfolio agency matters including budget, policy, legislative and regulatory issues, and risk management, to agencies and senior Treasury officers
- Prepared and coordinated briefing notes and correspondence for complex budget submissions, particularly for portfolio departments new to the team
- Prepared persuasive speaking points and notes to support executive leadership in advocating for Treasury's preferred budget outcomes
- Assessed potential risks associated with policy proposals, suggesting alternative solutions where necessary
- Maintained and developed positive working relationships within Treasury, the Department of Premier and Cabinet, and with finance and strategic policy teams of portfolio agencies
Graduate Economist
Queensland Treasury
8 2023 - 2 2024
- Contributed to policy-making decisions by delivering well-researched recommendations, drawing on both qualitative and quantitative data, such as a food affordability research paper and imprisonment dashboard
- Prepared high quality, fit-for-purpose and evidence-based documents and reports to facilitate informed decision making by executive leadership
- Collaborated with a range of stakeholders to understand complex economic issues and drive impactful solutions
- Applied quantitative analytical skills using tools such as RStudio and Python, enhancing practical experience in these areas
Graduate Treasury Analyst
Queensland Treasury
2 2023 - 8 2023
- Similar responsibilities as Treasury Analyst role
Facilities Services Officer
Department of Employment, Small Business and Training
3 2022 - 11.2022
Finance Officer
Department of Employment, Small Business and Training
08.2021 - 03.2022
Administration Clerk
Server101 Web hosting
11.2017 - 08.2021
Education
Bachelor of Business - Economics And Finance
Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, Queensland 04.2001 - 01.2021
Skills
- Strategic Thinking and Proactive Problem-solving
- Commercial Acumen and Policy Analysis
- Project Management Support
- Broad Stakeholder Relationship Development
- Effective Communication of Complex Issues
- Economic and Industry Trend Analysis
- Due Diligence and Compliance Assessment
- Risk Identification and Mitigation
- Contractual Agreement Review and Support
- Self Leadership and Initiative
- Time Management
- Adaptability to Change and Resilience under Pressure
Professional Development
2023
- Queensland Treasury Corporation & University of Queensland: Developing and Evaluating Business Cases and Central Treasury Management
- LinkedIn Learning: Negotiation Foundations, Excel Data Modelling, R Studio and Python
- Treasury Training Programs: Cost Benefit Analysis, CWS and Writing for Queensland Treasury
2022
- Dynamic Web Training: Power BI Essentials and Excel Intermediate courses
References
- Mitchell Day, Director, Industry Policy,
0409 549 361, mitchell.day@treasury.qld.gov.au
- Angela Hartman, Principal Project Officer, IIC Treasury,
0400 485 884, angela.hartman@treasury.qld.gov.au
Software
Power BI
Coeus
Microsoft Office Suite
Adobe Acrobat
R Studio and Python
Timeline
Senior Project Officer
Queensland Treasury
06.2024 - Current
Finance Officer
Department of Employment, Small Business and Training
08.2021 - 03.2022
Administration Clerk
Server101 Web hosting
11.2017 - 08.2021
Bachelor of Business - Economics And Finance
Queensland University of Technology
04.2001 - 01.2021
Treasury Analyst
Queensland Treasury
2 2024 - 06.2024
Graduate Economist
Queensland Treasury
8 2023 - 2 2024
Graduate Treasury Analyst
Queensland Treasury
2 2023 - 8 2023
Facilities Services Officer
Department of Employment, Small Business and Training
3 2022 - 11.2022
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