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Form of workReporting to the Director, Legislative Projects you will lead, manage and deliver medium to large scale complex or high-risk projects within a health policy environment to achieve successful project outcomes. You will also provide high level strategic advice and reports to the director, department executive, the Minister, and interagency committees on the progress of key projects, including reporting and updates on planning, strategic risks and issues, policy direction and implementation, as required.
Furthermore you will be responsible for providing authoritative expert advice about the Mental Health Act 2016 and other legislation, or associated mental health, alcohol and other drug service system reform projects, and lead the development of critical amendments to relevant legislation.
Activities you will have responsibility to lead will support the delivery of key actions of Better Care Together, the five-year plan setting the strategic directions and priorities across the state-funded mental health, alcohol and other drug service system.
The successful person
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate extensive experience leading projects in a fast-paced legislative and regulatory policy environment. You will be a strong communicator with the ability to confidently negotiate with key stakeholders from the health sector and across government and excel in taking the lead on high-level legislative and policy analysis projects.
In addition to this, you will have the proven ability to communicate with influence, interpersonal, negotiation and stakeholder engagement skills and the ability to cultivate productive working relationships and networks.
We are committed to meaningfully engaging with people with a lived experience of mental health concerns, their families, carers and support people as equal partners in our work. Individuals with lived experience are encouraged to apply.
About us
The 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.
The Clinical Excellence Queensland (CEQ) mission is to partner with health services, clinicians, and consumers to drive measurable improvement in patient care through continual pursuit of excellence. CEQ is committed to a client-first approach. Through building strong relationships and understanding the needs and aspirations of our clients, we are best able to achieve our mission.
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
