Job Description
Make a real impact on Queensland families’ wellbeing by supporting healthier pregnancies and contributing to Putting Queensland Kids First. Exciting fixed-term, full-time role available until June 2028. Join the statewide team to improve and embed preventive healthcare for pregnant women and their families throughout the antenatal period and beyond. Lead and contribute the development, delivery, and evaluation of evidence-based prevention initiatives statewide, enhancing public health outcomes across various priorities. Provide high-level advice on prevention strategies, focusing on Queenslanders at higher risk of chronic diseases in the future.Job details Position status Fixed Term TemporaryPosition type Flexible full-timeOccupational group Health - Allied Health/Clinical SupportClassification HP4Workplace Location Brisbane - NorthJob ad reference QLD/QPHSS577205Closing date 16-Aug-2024Yearly salaryFortnightly salaryTotal remunerationSalary OtherJob duration until 30 June 2028Contact person Simone BraithwaiteContact details (07) 3542 5542Access theThe roleFacilitate, coordinate, and manage the co-design, development and implementation of preventive health initiatives targeting priority population groups in Queensland, in partnership with key stakeholders, including effective evaluation.Provide high-level advice on using evidence, theory, and judgment to plan, implement, and evaluate preventive health policies and interventions across various settings and for priority population groups.Collaborate closely with stakeholders to promote a comprehensive approach to preventive health, ensuring effective delivery of interventions in priority settings and to high-risk population groups.Analyze and communicate complex ideas and information effectively to diverse stakeholders regarding preventive health policies and reforms.Contribute to research and evaluation focused on preventive health and equity for high-risk population groups in priority settings, sharing findings to enhance the evidence base.Represent the Branch and the Department at key committees and relevant regional and state forums as needed.The successful personThe successful applicant must hold at least a tertiary degree in Health Promotion or Public Health. Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of duties.You will have demonstrated:Demonstrated high level ability to critically analyse information and data and provide evidence-based advice to colleagues, senior management, and other stakeholders on a range of preventive health issues, including for priority population groups.Demonstrated high level planning and project management skills including experience in the coordination, development implementation and evaluation of statewide preventive health interventions or initiatives, including for priority population groups.Demonstrated high level verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to work as part of a high performing team, communicate confidently and persuasively to a range of internal and external audiences, and undertake effective negotiation and consultation processes.Highly motivated with a demonstrated flexibility in approach to work and the working environment and willingness to participate in initiatives to address priority issues as required by management.About usThe 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.About Queensland Public Health and Scientific Services (QPHaSS)The Division delivers policies, programs, services, and regulatory functions that aim to improve the health of the Queensland population by promoting and protecting health and wellbeing, detecting, and preventing disease and injury; and supporting high quality healthcare service delivery.Prevention Strategy Branch (PSB) within QPHaSS provides expertise, leadership, and innovation to improve policy, systems, research and program and services to encourage behaviours and create environments that are supportive of health and wellbeing.PSB is responsible for developing policy and strategy, providing expert advice, developing legislative reform proposals, undertaking national and intra-state collaborations, facilitating sector development, designing and overseeing evaluation for achieving the goal and targets of the Prevention Strategic Framework 2017 to 2026.BenefitsA fast-paced, challenging and supportive environmentCompetitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loadingFlexible working arrangementsDiverse work cultureCareer training and developmentHow to applyTo apply for this opportunity:Please submit your resume (including the details of two referees), andA cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your skills and experience relevant for this role.Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and .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 (temporary; full time or part time).DocumentsBefore applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.Application KitRole DescriptionQueensland Government
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