PHS Policy and Project Support Officer (530429)Department of Health
Community, Mental Health & Wellbeing
Applications must be submitted by Monday 27 January, 2025 11:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 5
Employment type:Full Time
Region:South
Location:Level 15, 108-110 Collins St
The Department of Health is seeking interest for a fixed-term full-time PHS Policy and Project Support Officer to join the Community Mental Health & Wellbeing team in Hobart.
The Role: The Strategic and Business Support unit provides whole-of-Public Health Services corporate, business, administrative, strategy, and governance support.
The Policy and Project Support Officer will report through the Strategy and Governance stream and contribute to the efficient and effective operation of the unit through high-level policy and project support.
This includes supporting Public Health Services incident and emergency management planning and response activities.
The officer will also contribute to the implementation of the Royal Commission into National Natural Disaster Arrangements recommendations related to Health and Air Quality.
You will need: Demonstrated experience in providing specialist advice and analysis in project-related work, along with expertise and understanding of project management principles.Capacity to use initiative and judgement, applying sound strategic, analytical, and creative skills to undertake research, interpret data, provide options and recommendations, and decide on appropriate courses of action that may impact service delivery objectives.Proven experience in the production and preparation of high-quality documentation and reports in various communication formats for diverse audiences, and experience in developing and implementing complex policies, procedures, guidelines, project plans, briefings, and workflows.Details of appointment: Fixed-term full-time day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight (negotiable), commencing as soon as possible for a 12-month period.
Applicants should note that, for twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full-time, part-time, and casual vacancies.
Salary: $98,255 to $103,069 per annum.
Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022.Benefits available to eligible candidates: A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.Fitness Passport – You and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.Desirable criteria: Relevant qualification from a recognised institution or equivalent experience.Application process: We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties and Applicant Guide prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process, and application guidance.
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A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
For more information: Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact:
Name: Hannah Matthews
Position: Planning and Projects Officer, Strategic Business and Support
Phone number: 0428 686 411
Email address: ******
What it is like working at the Department of Health? Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence are the key values of the Department of Health.
We encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.
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