The role supports the Assistant Director, Policy, Programs and Planning to lead and oversee strategic policy, planning and delivery of complex and/or innovative BBV/STI interventions and works collaboratively and proactively with colleagues and stakeholders to deliver on strategic commitments and support best practice local implementation of policies and programs.

Role fit

The essential requirements for this role are:

• Demonstrated comprehensive understanding of the contemporary healthcare environment and the ability to apply a high level of knowledge, expertise, and skills to address BBV/STI issues in this environment.
• Demonstrated ability to provide specialised level of knowledge, analysis, expertise, and skills to the development of systemic and effective statewide solutions to complex BBV/STI policy challenges.
• Demonstrated high level interpersonal, communication, consultation and negotiation skills and ability to foster positive team environments and high functioning stakeholder relationships.
• Demonstrated ability to lead strategic change through shaping policy reforms, driving innovation and enabling quality improvement.
• Demonstrated flexibility in approach to work and working environment and willingness to participate in cross program initiatives.

Behavioural Competencies Required

We are all leaders in the Department of Health, regardless of role or classification level. The department is committed to leadership at all levels of our organisation, in this role you will be required to display the following leadership behaviours:

• Thinks critically, working with the team to deliver on broad health system and organisational goals.
• Builds enduring relationships – recognises the broad value and contribution that diversity of viewpoints brings to the team and organisation.
• Demonstrates accountability for the execution and quality of results through working with the team to develop shared objectives and clear indicators for success.
• Acts as a role model for the team by actively seeking feedback and communicating openly about learnings.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

At Queensland Health, our work environment is inclusive and supportive, and we value our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all cultures, abilities and backgrounds.

Our commitment to cultural safety, equity, diversity and inclusion means we understand some people may need changes to the recruitment process. If you need support during the recruitment process, such as meeting with the panel virtually instead of in person, please reach out to the hiring manager. We value diverse candidates and your need for adjustments will not affect our hiring decisions.