Address Play a key role in securing adequate funding and advocating for Queensland Health in this Permanent role located in Brisbane CBD and enjoy the perks of flexible working arrangements as part of a collaborative team!
The role As a Principal Policy Officer in the Funding Strategy and Intergovernmental Policy Branch, you have a unique opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the enhancement of healthcare services in Queensland. By ensuring Queensland Health receives adequate funding and is a prominent voice in intergovernmental policy debates, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of healthcare in the region.
Some of your responsibilities include:
Help develop and implement strategic policy projects, including Queensland Health's annual Budget submission.
Analyse trends in health expenditure, funding, and service performance to identify opportunities for improvement.
Manage projects to ensure they stay on track and meet milestones and timeframes.
Coordinate and manage information and data requests from Queensland Health for strategic projects, such as the annual Budget papers, within tight deadlines.
The successful personYou will have demonstrated:
Strong public policy analysis skills and the ability to interpret strategic meaning.
Strong project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks within tight timeframes and manage staff and resources to achieve deliverables.
Excellent written and oral communications kills, particularly the ability to present complex information in clear and concise way.
Knowledge of the Queensland and Australian health system or ability to rapidly acquire such knowledge.
About usThe Department of Health is responsible for the overall management of the public health system in Queensland. We are an organisation that strongly believes in the need to work with people who value the goals of our organisation and who will thrive in our workplace. Working at the Department of Health is about making a difference. Strategy, Policy and Reform Division (SPRD) is in the Department of Health and is responsible for driving the strategic agenda for public health in Queensland. SPRD works closely with other Queensland government agencies and cross-jurisdictional colleagues, including at the Commonwealth level.
Benefits
A fast-paced, challenging and supportive environment
Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loading
Flexible working arrangements
Diverse work culture
Career training and development
How to applyTo apply for this opportunity:
Your current CV or resume, including two referees and
A cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your skills and experience relevant for this role
