Take the next step in your career with this exciting, full-time opportunity within our System Planning Branch. Contribute to the development of statewide service and/or system planning for Queensland Health through research, analysis and interpretation of data and information.

Job details

What you'll do

• You will develop statewide/system service needs analysis, statewide plans, system positions and other statewide planning products, to inform future service, policy, governance, planning and purchasing/commissioning decisions.
• Undertake health service/system research and critical analysis of qualitative and quantitative data and information to identify future priorities and issues for Queensland Health, to inform the efficient use of resources to create a sustainable health system, influence health service delivery and reform, and maximise the health gain for the Queensland population.
• Develop and present research, analysis, options and recommendations for strategic policy and service/system planning activities based on international, national and state current evidence/practice.
• Develop and or contribute to the preparation of timely and well researched high-level briefing documents, submissions, discussion papers, correspondence and reports.
• Establish and maintain effective communication and working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

About you

In this role you will be valued for your experience in your specialist area and the ability to lead individual contributors to deliver team outcomes, typically, under direction of a Program Leader.

The essential requirements for this role are:

• Ability to develop service planning or system planning products in a large, complex service delivery organisation.
• Strong research and critical analysis skills including the ability to translate health literature, analyse data (at a minimum, experience with Microsoft Excel is required) and information to develop a range of products including system assessments, strategic or statewide service plans, reports, briefs, discussion papers, submissions and presentations.
• Ability to project manage, complex and time-critical projects, including the ability to respond and adapt to changing priorities and competing demands.
• High level written communication skills, including ability to compile reports, discussion papers, presentations and submissions.
• High level verbal communication skills and achievements in cultivating productive working relationships, partnerships and teamwork and negotiate outcomes and effectively represent the interests of the Department in dealings with stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of the Queensland Health System, including key health system issues, the health needs of key population groups, and health service provision data.
• Proven ability to work both autonomously and effectively in a team.

Why work with us?

Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment that values people and prioritises employee success and wellbeing.

Competitive salaries

• 12.75% superannuation
• 17.5% leave loading

Employee wellbeing & development

• 36.25 hour full time work week
• Access to 24/7 confidential employee support providers and counsellors including for immediate family members
• Additional flexibility to support your work life balance including access to generous leave entitlements, such as purchased leave, domestic violence leave, reproductive health leave, cultural leave, study and examination leave.
• Access to a variety of programs and initiatives to support training and career growth.
• Grow your skills through hands-on experience and access to internal training opportunities and additional financial and leave benefits for approved external training and development.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion 

At Queensland Health, our work environment is inclusive and supportive, and we value our employees. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage applications from people of all cultures, abilities and backgrounds. If you need support during the recruitment process, such as meeting with the panel virtually instead of in person, please reach out to the hiring manager. We value diverse candidates and your need for adjustments will not affect our hiring decisions. 

Ready to apply?

For further information on how to apply please review the attached Role Description.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies which may include an alternative employment basis such as temporary, full time or part time.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• QH Information for Applicants (PDF, 938KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  CPSS645885 Principal Planning Officer RD (PDF, 1.02MB)
  Role Description