Job Title:
Health Insights Director
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The Australian Institute of Health and Welfare is Australia's authoritative source of health and welfare data and analysis. As an independent national information and statistics agency, we publish more than 400 data products each year, maintain and administer specialised national data standards and classifications, and support high-quality research.
We are seeking to fill two roles: Executive Director – Health Insights, SES Band 2; and Executive Director – Community and First Nations Insights, SES Band 2. These positions report to the Chief Executive Officer and play a critical role in providing governments, stakeholders, and the broader community with valuable evidence and insights into key issues affecting the health and welfare of Australians.
The successful candidates will lead and oversee the work of a division comprising three groups. The Primary and Community Care & Information Standards Group, Health Systems & Performance Group, and the Population Health Group will be under their supervision.
Key responsibilities include leading data management, analytical, reporting, and statistical functions, as well as having a strong working understanding of the Australian health and welfare landscape.
Applicants will need to demonstrate experience working in complex environments, being forward-thinking, innovative, and adept at building relationships across various sectors. Strong leadership credentials, integrity, judgement, and intellectual rigor are essential.
In addition, applicants for the Executive Director – Community and First Nations Insights role will need to demonstrate an understanding of First Nations health and wellbeing aspirations, relevant data governance approaches, and effective communication with First Nation peoples.
For further information on the eligibility requirements, selection criteria, and how to apply, please visit our careers page and download the position description.