Chief Health Officer and Deputy Director-General, Population Health
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Lead Queensland's public health strategy, shaping policy and responses to major health challenges | Serve as the statutory Chief Health Officer, providing expert medical advice and acting as the public face for Queensland's critical health events | Drive health equity and system-wide improvements in collaboration with First Nations communities and health services
The rol
eAs the Chief Health Officer and Deputy Director-General, Population Health, you will be at the forefront of the State's preventive health, public health and public health information agenda. This is an unparalleled opportunity to shape the future of healthcare, collaborate with key stakeholders, and lead a dedicated team of experts. Your work will influence health outcomes, inspire innovation, and protect the wellbeing of Queenslanders
.
In this role, you will lead disaster coordination, emergency response, and emergency preparedness activities for Queensland at a system-wide level. You will maintain the State's capacity to identify and respond to communicable diseases and other health threat
s.
Queensland Health is currently seeking applications from suitably qualified medical professionals who ha
* ve:Experience in navigating highly sensitive issues within government, focused on achieving effective policy outcom
* es.Demonstrated stakeholder relationships or the ability to forge credible relationships across government, private, and non-government secto
* rs.The ability to communicate complex medical information to the broader public in a manner that instills public confidence and understandi
ng.
The Successful Per
son:The successful candidate will possess highly developed negotiation skills, political astuteness, and intellectual flexibility, enabling them to navigate complex challenges with ease. You will be an assertive and confident decision-maker, ready to take on high-stakes decisions and collaborate effectively with key stakeholders to influence strategic leadership. Resilient and adaptable, you will excel under pressure, demonstrating a strong capacity to manage demanding high-stress situations. With a proven track record as a skilled communicator, you will also be able to articulate complex issues clearly and perform effectively under tight deadlines, ensuring Queensland Health's objectives are met with clarity and precis
ion.
About Population Health Divi
sion The Population Health 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 deli
very.
Benefits of working with the Department of H
ealth:By joining the Department of Health you will work within a fast-paced, challenging and supportive environment where every employee plays a critical role in our ongoing success. You will enjoy a variety of benefits, incl
* uding:Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave l
* oadingFlexible working arrang
* ultureCareer training and devel
opmentTo reflect the diversity within the communities and people we support and serve, we seek to hire a workforce that is both representative and diverse. With a focus on inclusion, accessibility and flexibility, we are committed to supporting you in your career wi
th us.To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your skills and experience relevant for this
role.
Further Info
rmationApplications 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).
Lead Queensland's public health strategy, shaping policy and responses to major health challenges | Serve as the statutory Chief Health Officer, providing expert medical advice and acting as the public face for Queensland's critical health events | Drive health equity and system-wide improvements in collaboration with First Nations communities and health services
The rol
eAs the Chief Health Officer and Deputy Director-General, Population Health, you will be at the forefront of the State's preventive health, public health and public health information agenda. This is an unparalleled opportunity to shape the future of healthcare, collaborate with key stakeholders, and lead a dedicated team of experts. Your work will influence health outcomes, inspire innovation, and protect the wellbeing of Queenslanders
.
In this role, you will lead disaster coordination, emergency response, and emergency preparedness activities for Queensland at a system-wide level. You will maintain the State's capacity to identify and respond to communicable diseases and other health threat
s.
Queensland Health is currently seeking applications from suitably qualified medical professionals who ha
* ve:Experience in navigating highly sensitive issues within government, focused on achieving effective policy outcom
* es.Demonstrated stakeholder relationships or the ability to forge credible relationships across government, private, and non-government secto
* rs.The ability to communicate complex medical information to the broader public in a manner that instills public confidence and understandi
ng.
The Successful Per
son:The successful candidate will possess highly developed negotiation skills, political astuteness, and intellectual flexibility, enabling them to navigate complex challenges with ease. You will be an assertive and confident decision-maker, ready to take on high-stakes decisions and collaborate effectively with key stakeholders to influence strategic leadership. Resilient and adaptable, you will excel under pressure, demonstrating a strong capacity to manage demanding high-stress situations. With a proven track record as a skilled communicator, you will also be able to articulate complex issues clearly and perform effectively under tight deadlines, ensuring Queensland Health's objectives are met with clarity and precis
ion.
About Population Health Divi
sion The Population Health 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 deli
very.
Benefits of working with the Department of H
ealth:By joining the Department of Health you will work within a fast-paced, challenging and supportive environment where every employee plays a critical role in our ongoing success. You will enjoy a variety of benefits, incl
* uding:Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave l
* oadingFlexible working arrang
* ementsDiverse work c
* ultureCareer training and devel
opmentTo reflect the diversity within the communities and people we support and serve, we seek to hire a workforce that is both representative and diverse. With a focus on inclusion, accessibility and flexibility, we are committed to supporting you in your career wi
th us.To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your skills and experience relevant for this
role.
Further Info
rmationApplications 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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