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Principal Policy Officer

Queensland Health
Herston, QLD
A$5,214.20-$5,595.80 p/a
Government & Defence → Policy, Planning & Regulation
Contract
On-site

Posted 6 days ago


What you'll do

Fixed term temporary full time opportunity to lead and coordinate statewide policy and administration of legislation for the Department of Health's system leadership in relation to monitored medicines.

About you

We are searching for someone who:

  • Has understanding of the medicine's regulatory environment in relationship to the Queensland and Australian health system including the complex interrelationships within the government, non-government and private sectors.
  • Has experience in managing strategic policy projects in a large, complex service delivery organisation.
  • Has ability to critically analyse and interpret data and information to underpin policy and strategy development.

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

  • 38 hour full time work week
  • 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.
  • Grow your skills through hands-on experience and access to internal training opportunities and additional financial and leave benefits for approved external training and development.

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.

Ready to apply?

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

Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies which may include an alternative employment basis such as temporary, full time or part time.


About Queensland Health

Bowen Hills, QLD, Australia
Government & Defence
5001-10000 employees

Queensland Health is the state's largest healthcare provider. We are committed to ensuring all Queenslanders have access to a range of public healthcare services aimed at achieving good health and well-being.

Through a network of 16 Hospital and Health Services, as well as the Mater Hospitals, Queensland Health delivers a range of integrated services including hospital inpatient, outpatient and emergency services, community and mental health services, aged care services and public health and health promotion programs.

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