Take the next step in your career with this exciting opportunity within Patient Safety and Quality, Clinical Excellence Queensland.
Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Project Management
Classification AO5
Workplace Location Brisbane - North
Job ad reference QLD/CEQ663100
Closing date 13-Oct-2025
Yearly salary
Fortnightly salary
Total remuneration
Salary Other
Job duration until 30 June 2026
Contact person Carolyn James
Contact details 3328 9430
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The role
The Project Officer will be responsible for ensuring the business and financial support services are delivered efficiently and effectively in accordance with the strategic directions and operational requirements of Patient Safety and Quality (PSQ), CEQ. Additionally, this role will support and contribute to the provision of high-quality communication, promotion, education and marketing of PSQ tools, resources and support services to enable enhanced health service delivery.
Key responsibilities:
- Proactively provide effective coordination of high-level business and administrative functions, including human resources, procurement, correspondence, travel and accounts payable/receivable processing.
- Develop, Coordinate and support standard business and administrative procedures ensuring systems are effectively communicated and applied across the Branch.
- Monitor and report that efficient financial records management is maintained for the Branch by providing support for budget preparation and monitoring of expenditure.
- Identify and support the implementation and review of strategies, systems, processes, procedures and practices for continuous improvement across the Branch.
- Administrative skills of a high standard including the use of Microsoft programs (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint), templates, electronic databases, record and diary management systems.
About you
We are searching for someone who:
- Knowledge or the ability to acquire knowledge of business and purchasing policies and procedures and relevant information systems and to apply this in a large complex public sector service delivery organisation.
- Proven ability to process and manage high level business administration tasks and provide expert advice to internal stakeholders regarding the same.
- Problem-solving skills to facilitate continuous improvement in work processes in collaboration with a team, ensuring effective performance and outcomes for the Branch.
- Knowledge or skills (or the ability to acquire these) in communications and marketing techniques including web design and publishing.
- Strong written and oral communication skills, including the ability to consult and liaise with internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to successfully manage a range of activities and projects with conflicting timeframes and deadlines.
Why work with us?
Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and inclusive setting 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.
Further information
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote and.
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).
Documents
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Role Description
📌 Project Officer
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Brisbane