The role  
As a Principal Project Officer, alignment with Queensland Health's core values is fundamental in fulfilling the responsibilities of this role. A key focus is the Digital Informed Consent Project for health care procedures and treatments, involving tasks such as contributing to the development of state-wide business cases, conducting requirement gathering, and devising implementation plans. The role encompasses the creation and distribution of high-quality project documents, including management strategies and materials for specific project activities, ensuring alignment with project goals. Adherence to defined service quality standards and occupational health and safety policies is imperative, guaranteeing the delivery of high-quality and safe services and workplaces.

In addition to administrative tasks, the Principal Project Officer will play a pivotal role in project management, expert consultancy, and analysis of various project components. This includes requirements development, solution design, software application development/acquisition, systems integration, testing, deployment, operations, and support. The role involves managing and reporting on performance against agreed work packages and schedules, overseeing resources and expenditure within established budgets, and conducting risk and issue identification, assessment, and mitigation activities. Utilizing appropriate project management techniques and tools, the officer will initiate, influence, and manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders, facilitating effective communication and fostering relationships through feedback mechanisms and the management of expectations.

The successful person
It will be an advantage for the role if you have previous experience in the management of large-scale complex ICT projects through all phases of the project life cycle applying project management and change management methodologies with respect to data information systems including planning, budgeting, risk management, reporting and project closure. 
 
Moreover, the successful candidate should highlight a demonstrated ability to develop and manage one or more specified communication channels or stakeholder groups. This includes facilitating decision-making processes related to business change and actively participating in the planning and implementation of change initiatives. Proven high-level skills in negotiation, consultation, facilitation, and effective written and oral communication are essential, especially within the intricate environment of complex program/project settings.

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 role of the Clinical Excellence Queensland (CEQ) is to drive the patient safety, quality improvement and clinical improvement agendas for the Queensland health system. It will achieve this by identifying, monitoring, and promoting improvements in the quality of health services delivered by service providers (both Hospital and Health Services and private health facilities, globally and within Queensland), and support and facilitate the dissemination of best-practice clinical standards and processes that achieve better outcomes for patients. The quality improvement agenda is actively supported by a significant research agenda. The Division is also accountable for setting and supporting the direction for mental health, alcohol, and other drug services in Queensland, as well monitoring and reporting on performance.

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.