In this role, you will deliver strategic and statewide programs, projects and activities and contribute to the delivery of a range of programs including initiatives and priorities aligned to Queensland Health's strategic objectives.

You will be valued for your relevant knowledge, your experience in health service planning and management of complex projects, ability to extract, create and interpret complex data and ability to manage team members. You will lead multiple projects and areas of work and enable team members to deliver required program of work under the broad direction of the Director, MHAOD Planning and the Branch Executive.

About you

We are searching for someone with:

• Demonstrated high level effective policy, health service planning and project leadership and management skills relevant to the MHAOD service system.
• High level understanding, and demonstrated application of, health service planning frameworks and relevant data sets.
• Proven high level interpersonal skills in negotiation, influencing, advocacy, communication, consultation and harnessing the collective efforts of diverse stakeholders at strategic and operational levels.
• High level written analytical and communication skills, including ability to compile analytical reports, discussion papers and planning documents.
• High level ability to source, critically analyse and interpret relevant research and information to underpin strategic policy and service planning.
• High level and demonstrated ability to formulate and communicate strategic advice to diverse stakeholders, inclusive of senior management.
• Proven ability to successfully lead a team within a contemporary human resources framework, set direction, motivate and inspire staff, promoting an environment where staff are valued, developed and coached to perform at their full potential.
• Expert understanding or demonstrated ability to rapidly acquire knowledge of the MHAOD service system, including the complex interrelationships across sectors, relevant policy, issues and strategic direction at a national and state level.

Why work with us?

Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment that values people and prioritises employee success and wellbeing. This includes

Competitive salaries

• 12.75% superannuation
• 17.5% leave loading

Employee wellbeing

• Access to 24/7 confidential employee support providers and counsellors including for immediate family members
• Additional flexibility to support your work life balance including access to generous leave entitlements, such as purchased leave, domestic violence leave, reproductive health leave, cultural leave, study and examination leave.

Professional development

• Career progression with more than 300 diverse career pathways and career support to take you further!
• Access to a variety of programs and initiatives to support training and career growth.

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.

Ready to apply?

For further information on how to apply please review the attached Role Description.