The role

This role leads a range of strategic policy, program and project activities to enable Queensland Health to efficiently and effectively discharge its system manager functions. You will prepare high-level briefing documents, submissions, correspondence, project plans and reports on complex policy and project issues and initiate and manage, in consultation with key stakeholders (Commonwealth and State), the development of strategic policies and project activities that address priority health issues, population groups and reforms in the health system.

Furthermore, you will provide expert advice and support on the development of strategic and State-wide policy and projects for Queensland Health that is consistent with strategic priorities while establishing and maintaining networks with internal and external stakeholders.

Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 (Qld) (the Act), there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be a person who identifies as having a disability (referenced as impairment under the Act). It is open only to people who identify as having a disability.

The successful person

The successful applicant will have a proven track record in managing projects. You will have strong writing skills and be experienced at preparing policy and project materials for a range of audiences. You will have exceptional communication skills and a demonstrated ability to negotiate with, and influence, stakeholders to achieve high-quality policy and project outcomes.

You will have demonstrated:

• high-level strategic, conceptual, leadership and analytical skills relevant to a range of social and health priority areas
• the ability to manage projects, undertake research, interpret trends and provide detailed critical analysis of reports, discussion papers and other documentation and to provide advice on policies and major projects
• high-level verbal communication skills, including experience confidently and clearly negotiating and presenting complex concepts and advice to internal and external stakeholders
• high-level written communication skills, including ability to autonomously compile complex policy-related reports, discussion papers, submissions, and ministerial correspondence to a high quality.

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.

Strategy, Policy and Reform Division (SPRD) is responsible for driving the strategic agenda for public health in Queensland. Key strategic functions are brought together under SPRD that develop policies and legislation to guide and protect the health of the community, design communications activities, campaigns and strategies to engage and empower Queenslanders.

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:

• Please submit your resume (including the details of two referees), and
• A cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your skills and experience relevant for this role.