Manager - Partnership Development

The role:

• Lead and identify internal and external opportunities to meet the objectives of protecting and promoting the health of Tasmanians with a focus on equity and strategic partnerships.
• Guide and develop an understanding of Public Health Services (PHS) changing priorities, services and programs across Public Health Services (PHS) and with external stakeholders.
• Establish, develop and strengthen relationships with key stakeholders across all levels of government, University of Tasmania (UTAS) and the community sector.
• Work with PHS staff to provide authoritative advice, expertise, information and support to facilitate public health action externally.
• Inspire a high performance culture amongst staff to meet Public Health Services (PHS) objectives and ensure Public Health Services (PHS) staff are motivated, empowered, skilled and flexible to deliver Public Health Services (PHS) new and existing priorities in programs and services.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.Details of AppointmentFixed term, full time, day worker position working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible for a period of 6 months.*notwithstanding hours may 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 and part time vacancies.

Location: Hobart, TasmaniaSalary: $135,408 to $144,527 per annum. Our Employer 11% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022

Eligibility:Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in public health.

The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre-employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted: * Conviction checks in the following areas:

• crimes of violence
• sex related offences
• serious drug offences
• crimes involving dishonesty
• Identification check
• Disciplinary action in previous employment check.

How to ApplyApply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen. This ensures important questions about you are answered.You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.Please note:

• We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
• All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
• Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated DocumentsWe encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.Statement of DutiesApplicant GuideFor more informationEmma FitzpatrickDirector Health Improvement and Partnerships
Phone: 0404 758 944
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