The role
The role supports the Branch's work responding to the systemic barriers and challenges experienced by people with disability accessing the health system. In the role, you will manage disability reform policy projects with complex and sensitive matter. You will have strong analytical skills and ability to navigate complex legislative and regulatory requirements. You will have strong communication skills and ability to engage and influence a broad range of stakeholders to ahiceve high quality policy outcomes. The successful person will have strong writing skills and be experienced at preparing policy materials for a range of audiences.
The successful person
You will demonstrate:
• high-level strategic, conceptual, leadership and analytical skills relevant to a range of social and health priority areas
• experience preparing policy materials and for a range of audiences
• the ability to manage projects, undertake research, interpret trends and provide detailed critical analysis of reports, discussion papers and other documentation and to provide advice on policies and strategies
• high-level verbal communication skills, including experience confidently and clearly negotiating and presenting complex concepts and advice to internal and external stakeholders
• high-level written communication skills, prerably with experience in writing for government.
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.
Strategy, Policy and Reform Division drives the strategic agenda for health in Queensland. Key strategic functions are brought together under the Office of the Associate Director-General — from developing policies and legislation to guide and protect the health of the community, to designing communications activities, campaigns and strategies to engage and empower Queenslanders, to leading and managing Queensland Health's system sustainability reform.
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
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.
Location: | Australia Queensland Brisbane Inner City |
Salary: | As per State Award AUD per year |
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PLEASE! No enquiries from Recruitment Agencies or Headhunters. Only direct applications will be considered. |