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The Population Health Division is responsible in exercising statutory responsibilities on behalf of the Chief Health Officer to prevent and manage risks to the health of the ACT population, including planning and management of public health incidents and emergencies.
The Division is seeking a qualified epidemiologist to lead a team of surveillance officers to undertake specialist analysis and interpretation of data to support outbreak investigations and support local modelling and public reporting. The role will provide specialist support and analytic capabilities to support government-wide decision making around notifiable conditions, including COVID-19 and other emerging public health threats.
The role will involve collaboration and consultation with a wide range of stakeholders, both internal and external to Government. The ideal candidate for this position will have demonstrated experience in communicable disease epidemiology and surveillance and the ability to translate data to produce reports for a range of audiences.
The ACT Public Service supports workforce diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, culturally diverse people and those who identify as LGBTIQ are encouraged to apply.
Eligibility/ Other Requirements
Qualifications in Epidemiology are required.
Notes: This position is an expected vacancy to commence on 1 July 2023. Selection may be based on application and referee reports only. A merit pool will be established from this selection process and may be used to fill future identical vacancies over the next 12 months.
This position will be filled at the Assistant Director (HP4) or Director (HP5) level, dependent on the role requirements and the successful applicant’s experience, qualifications and skills. Applicants should make clear which classification they are applying for.
How to apply: Please submit a maximum two-page pitch, providing examples demonstrating your suitability against the ‘Professional/Technical Skills and Knowledge’ and ‘Behavioural Capabilities’ section of the Position Description. Please also provide a current curriculum vitae, including two referees.
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