The Workforce Branch of the First Nations Health Office has an exciting full-time permanent opportunity for an experienced policy officer. In this role you will provide advice on issues related to the sustainable development and growth of the First Nations health workforce to enable the delivery of culturally safe health care to First Nations' communities.
The Principal Policy Officer will provide advice on issues related to the sustainable development and growth of the First Nations health workforce to enable the delivery of culturally safe health care to First Nations' communities. In this role you will undertake projects to monitor the First Nations health workforce and measure the impact of workforce reforms, and contribute to the development and implementation of sustainable workforce reform and strategies.
The successful person You will have demonstrated:
High level strategic, conceptual and analytical skills relevant to the First Nations health workforce, with the demonstrated ability to provide culturally aware high-level, accurate, and timely advice on complex issues.High level verbal communication skills and achievements in cultivating productive working relationships, partnerships and teamwork, and negotiate outcomes and effectively represent the interests of the Department in dealings with stakeholders.High level written communication skills, including ability to compile complex policy-related reports, discussion papers, and submissions.Leadership skills and the ability to mentor and support the team to work through obstacles in the delivery of its policy and project work.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.
The First Nations Health Office (FNHO) co-designs, leads, and advocates for a culturally safe, equitable, and responsive health system to support First Nations peoples reach their full health potential and live long and healthy lives.
A fast-paced, challenging and supportive environmentCompetitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loadingFlexible working arrangementsCareer training and developmentHow to apply To apply for this opportunity: Please submit your resume (including the details of two referees), andTo apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume along with a cover letter (maximum 1-2 pages; dot points acceptable) sharing more about yourself, your cultural connections, your cultural knowledge and experience, as well as how your skills and experience relate to this role.Your current CV or resume, including two referees who have a thorough knowledge of your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years. It is preferable to include your current/immediate and past supervisor. By providing the name and the contact details of your referee/s you consent for these people to be contacted, please indicate this on your resume and contact the selection panel chair to discuss.Late applications cannot be submitted online. For a late application to be considered, please arrange for approval and submission via the contact person.Further informationWe are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
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).
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