The role
Reporting to the Health Service Chief Executive (HSCE), the Executive Director will work with key stakeholders to develop innovative ways to deliver high quality patient care, for the possible outcomes to deliver value and achieve key performance deliverables for the people of Central West.
You will also:

• Partner with the HSCE and the Executive Leadership Team in the development and execution of the financial and infrastructure management strategy for the Central West Hospital and Health Service (CWHHS).
• Take full accountability for all aspects of financial stewardship and engage fully in the commercial affairs of the organisation.
• In partnership with the clinical and other senior leaders provide expert strategic direction and advice on commercial matters.
• Act as the lead advisor to the HSCE, Executive Leadership Team and Board on financial and business matters. In this capacity provide sophisticated and insightful analysis and recommendations to progress service opportunities and manage risks to performance and sustainability.
• Support the HSCE and Board in executing its governance responsibilities and to ensure appropriate and reliable information is provided in a timely and responsive manner relating to all significant financial matters and risks, and government and financial reporting and response requirements.
• Key leadership role for the corporate support functions of the service, including the information and communications technology agenda for the CWHHS.

The successful person
You will have:

• Possession of a Bachelor of Business in Accounting, Commerce, or equivalent.
• High level skills and experience in the provision of strategic financial advice aligned to business objectives including funding negotiations are highly desirable.
• High level experience in the analysis, evaluation and reporting of financial and performance data focused on providing executive management with the management information required to facilitate and enhance business performance would be highly regarded.
• Knowledge of and/or experience in the health service delivery environment with a clinical activity costing and performance management focus would be highly regarded.
• This position requires travel across the Central West Hospital and Health Service and/or to Brisbane as required.
• The incumbent must be licensed to operation a C Class motor vehicle. Proof of this endorsement must be provided before commencement of duty.

About Central West Hospital and Health Service
We are responsible for the delivery of healthcare services to communities across a vast region to 20.6 per cent of Queensland. As a rural and remote hospital and health service, Central West HHS provides a range of community, primary and hospital-based services and has formed strong partnerships with other service providers to collectively support the holistic care to the people of the Central West.

Living in Central West Queensland is ideal for those who enjoy being part of a close-knit, safe, friendly and inclusive community. The outback offers a quiet, relaxed and safe lifestyle and is the perfect location to relax, unwind and enjoy life's simple pleasures. Schools in the west provide more one on one learning with students and there are various work opportunities for partners of healthcare workers with local businesses, property owners and other local and state government agencies. For more insight visit FarOut! (gofarout.com.au). 

To reflect the diversity within the communities and people we support and serve, we seek to hire a workforce that is both representative and diverse. With a focus on inclusion, accessibility and flexibility, we are committed to supporting you in your career with us.

Benefits of working at Central West Hospital and Health Service
As a Central West Health employee, you will be well remunerated with a competitive total remuneration package. Your benefits include generous employer superannuation contribution up to 12.75%; salary packaging to increase your take home pay; 17.5% annual leave loading; career development opportunities; housing or rental assistance.

To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your skills and experience relevant for this role.