The role

You will provide advanced strategic program coordination and leadership for the bowel and cervical screening programs. To provide advice and analysis for the coordination, development, implementation and evaluation of health promotion initiatives at the state levels to improve the health and wellbeing of Queenslanders, by increasing participation in cancer screening programs.

The successful person

You will have:

• The successful applicant must hold at least a tertiary degree in Public Health and/or Health Promotion. Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification and if applicable registration or membership with the appropriate registration authority or association. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of duties.
• Demonstrated track record to the application of specialised level of knowledge, analysis, expertise and skills to the development of systemic and effective solutions to complex preventive health policy and cancer screening program challenges.
• Demonstrated track record to coordinate and lead strategic change through effective communication, consultation and negotiation skills and through shaping program reforms, driving innovation and enabling quality improvement.
• Demonstrated track record of flexibility in approach to work and working environment and willingness to participate in cross program initiatives and a change agenda.

About us

The Department of Health is responsible for the overall management of the public health system in Queensland. We are an organisation that strongly believes in the need to work with people who value the goals of our organisation and who will thrive in our workplace. Working at the Department of Health is about making a difference.

The Division delivers policies, programs, services and regulatory functions that aim to improve the health of the Queensland population by promoting and protecting health and well-being, detecting and preventing disease and injury; and supporting high quality healthcare service delivery.

The mission of the Cancer Screening Unit (CSU) is to reduce morbidity and mortality from breast, bowel and cervical cancers through prevention and early detection. The CSU is the state-wide custodian of population cancer screening programs that help Queenslanders liver longer, healthier lives.

Benefits

• A fast-paced, challenging and supportive environment
• Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loading
• Flexible working arrangements
• Diverse work culture
• Career training and development

How to apply

To apply for this opportunity:

• A short-written response (maximum 1-2 pages, dot points acceptable) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities would enable you to achieve the key responsibilities and meet the skill requirements of the role.
• Your current CV or resume, including two referees who have a thorough knowledge of your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years. It is preferable to include your current, immediate or past supervisor.