Are you looking for a new adventure? Come join Population Health Division where you will work as part of a team to contribute to the delivery of a complex program of work progressing smoking reduction policy, strategy and impact. You will partner with internal and external stakeholders to consider and resolve complex policy matters, identify solutions including legislative amendments, and develop and implement strategic responses.
Your key responsibilities:
* Coordinate high level advice, intelligence briefings, presentations and meetings to advise and influence senior stakeholders about administration of legislative requirements for smoking reduction.
* Provide advanced expertise in the application of evidence, theory, and judgement in planning, implementing, and evaluating smoking reduction policy and interventions in a range of settings and for priority population groups.
* Provide high-level authoritative advice to senior management, partners, and other stakeholders, including members of the public, to influence strategic policy and delivery of complex and/or innovative smoking reduction interventions.
Role fit
The essential requirements for this role are:
* Proven ability to apply high-level of knowledge, expertise and skills to the development of effective regulatory solutions to complex state-wide health policy challenges.
* Demonstrated ability to apply high-level and effective communication, consultation, negotiation and problem-solving skills in response to diverse internal and external stakeholder expectations in a dynamic and contested environment.
* Highly motivated with a demonstrated flexibility in approach to work and the working environment and willingness to participate in initiatives to address priority issues as required by management.
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
* 38 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.