The role 

Your Role as the Senior Project Officer is to undertake a range of policy, continuous improvement, support and project management tasks within the Office of the Chief First Nations Health Officer.

The successful person

You will have demonstrated:

• Demonstrated understanding of historical and contemporary issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and subsequent health impacts.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and organisations.
• Provide advice on the efficient and effective office practices within the Office of the Chief First Nations Health Officer (OCFNHO), including the provision of advice and recommendations on business improvements, operational processes and correspondence management.
• Provide advice and support in the implementation of the FNHO operational planproject governance ensuring alignment with Queensland Health strategic functions.
• Work closely with the Manager, Coordination & Support team to ensure optimal quality in corporate governance, correspondence processes and operational excellence improvement initiatives.

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.

Making Tracks toward closing the gap in health outcomes for First Nations Queenslanders by 2033 policy and accountability framework provides the overarching policy directions to guide the Queensland Government's long-term effort towards closing the health gap by 2033. The Queensland Health Statement of Action has identified the importance of embedding Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander representation in Queensland Health leadership, governance, and the workforce. However, a significant and unacceptable health gap remains. The Office leads the health equity reform agenda within Queensland Health to achieve life expectancy parity with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and eliminate racial discrimination and institutional racism across the public health system. 

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.