Group Director - Population Screening and Cancer Prevention Join a passionate and dedicated team making a real difference in cancer prevention and early detection. As part of a small, collaborative group, you’ll work closely with other departments and community organisations to deliver impactful, statewide screening and prevention services. Our team values innovation, teamwork, and a shared commitment to improving health outcomes, creating a supportive and rewarding environment. If you're looking for a role where your efforts directly contribute to helping save lives, we’d love to have you on board! The Role: Provide strategic leadership, high level advice and direction on a state-wide basis in the development and management of PSCP. Develop, implement and evaluate a strategic and business framework and policies, systems and processes to support the delivery of quality services. Advise on current and emerging trends in cancer prevention and control, in particular population screening, at an organisational, state and national level Oversee operational activities and ensure financial health by effectively managing resources, budgets, and compliance to maintain efficiency and maximise impact. Foster a positive, inclusive workplace culture by supporting and inspiring staff, promoting professional growth, and ensuring effective communication and collaboration across teams to enhance performance and job satisfaction. Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application. Details of appointment: Permanent, full time, day worker position, working 76hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible. *notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant. Applicants should note that, for a period of 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. $170,409 to $188,400 per annum our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount. Salary range is in accordance withPublic Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022 You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year other benefits if eligible. Benefits available to eligible candidates: Professional development and accelerated pathways. Excellent leave benefits: 20 days annual leave (pro rata), 20 days personal leave (pro rata), and study assistance leave if eligible. 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. Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria. Tertiary qualifications and/or extensive experience in the management and delivery of health services, preferably population-based screening programs. Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable: Current Driver's Licence Applicants should not the position features: Intra/Interstate travel may be required Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of Essential requirements, Desirable requirements and pre-employment check. Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance. Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered. You will be prompted to complete a 1–2-page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. 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 the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy. What it is like working at the Department of Health? Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania! Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA people, and people living with disabilities. Unlock job insights Salary match Number of applicants Skills match Public Health Services works to improve and protect the health and wellbeing for all Tasmanians. We work with many people and organisations across a wide range of areas and at all levels of government to: protect Tasmanians from public and environmental health hazards prevent and reduce chronic (long-term) conditions at the population level help people achieve their best possible health. We assess and manage public health risks including environmental health, radiation protection and communicable diseases. We also monitor the health status of Tasmanians to help inform decision-making and health priorities. We work by setting polices and delivering or funding programs that aim to improve rates of physical activity and good nutrition, ensure healthy environments, and reduce the harms from tobacco. Source: this is an extract from the company’s own website. Public Health Services works to improve and protect the health and wellbeing for all Tasmanians. We work with many people and organisations across a wide range of areas and at all levels of government to: protect Tasmanians from public and environmental health hazards prevent and reduce chronic (long-term) conditions at the population level help people achieve their best possible health. We assess and manage public health risks including environmental health, radiation protection and communicable diseases. We also monitor the health status of Tasmanians to help inform decision-making and health priorities. We work by setting polices and delivering or funding programs that aim to improve rates of physical activity and good nutrition, ensure healthy environments, and reduce the harms from tobacco. Source: this is an extract from the company’s own website. 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