Are you passionate about driving inclusive, evidence-based policy that improves health outcomes for Queensland's diverse communities? Join Queensland Health and take the next step in your career leading strategic policy and program initiatives. In this role you will collaborate with a wide range of stakeholders, providing strategic policy and subject matter expertise to support the health system to embed culturally informed perspectives and deliver culturally responsive health services. What you'll do Lead the development of strategic policy advice, frameworks and initiatives that apply a systems lens to identify challenges and opportunities for equity and access. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including clinicians, community organisations, and government partners, to influence health policy and service delivery. Build and manage enduring relationships with partners and stakeholders to ensure culturally informed perspectives are embedded across health services. Prepare high-level briefing materials, submissions, and reports, and contribute to the development of policy frameworks that guide inclusive service delivery. About you You will bring strategic, analytical and leadership skills, with an understanding of contemporary multicultural health issues and the ability to navigate complex policy environments. Your experience in stakeholder engagement and relationship management will be key, along with your ability to communicate with influence and cultural sensitivity. You will also have high-level written communication skills, including ability to compile complex policy-related reports, discussion papers, submissions, and ministerial correspondence to a high quality, reflecting systems-level insight and cultural awareness. Why work with us? Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment that values people and prioritises employee success and wellbeing. This includes: Competitive salaries 12.75% superannuation 17.5% leave loading Employee wellbeing 36.25 hour full time work week Access to 24/7 confidential employee support providers and counsellors including for immediate family members Additional flexibility to support your work life balance including access to generous leave entitlements, such as purchased leave, domestic violence leave, reproductive health leave, cultural leave, study and examination leave. Professional development Career progression with more than 300 diverse career pathways and career support to take you further! Access to a variety of programs and initiatives to support training and career growth. Grow your skills through hands-on experience and access to internal training opportunities and additional financial and leave benefits for approved external training and development. Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion At Queensland Health, our work environment is inclusive and supportive, and we value our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all cultures, abilities and backgrounds. Our commitment to cultural safety, equity, diversity and inclusion means we understand some people may need changes to the recruitment process. If you need support during the recruitment process, such as meeting with the panel virtually instead of in person, please reach out to the hiring manager. We value diverse candidates and your need for adjustments will not affect our hiring decisions. Ready to apply? For further information on how to apply please review the attached Role Description. 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 such as temporary, full time or part time.
