The Prevention Strategy Branch of the Population Health Division are looking for a Senior Health Promotion Officer to join their team. In this position you will lead and contribute to components of the planning, developing, implementation and evaluation of complex statewide preventive health initiatives to improve the health and wellbeing of Queensland girls and women, in line with departmental, state, and national policy and planning directions. More specifically, the role will support a trial of health education in upper primary school about puberty, menstruation, health and wellbeing.

Job details

What you'll do

• Facilitate, coordinate, and manage the co-design, development and implementation of preventive health initiatives targeting priority population groups in Queensland, in partnership with key stakeholders, including effective evaluation.
• Prepare and provide high-level advice in the application of evidence, theory, and judgement in planning, implementing, and evaluating preventive health policy and interventions in a range of settings and for priority population groups.
• Identify, analyse, and convey complex ideas and information to a range of stakeholders in relation to preventive health policy and reform.
• Work closely with key stakeholders to support a whole-of-system approach to preventive health and ensure the appropriate delivery of preventive health interventions in priority settings and reaching high-risk population groups.
• Contribute to preventive health and equity research and evaluation for high-risk population groups in priority settings and ensure findings are shared to build the evidence base.
• Effectively represent the Branch and the Department on key committees and at relevant regional and state forums as required.

About you

We are searching for someone who has:

• At least a tertiary degree in Health Promotion or Public Health.  Appointment to this position requires proof of qualification. Certified copies of the required information must be provided to the appropriate supervisor/manager, prior to the commencement of duties.
• Demonstrated high level ability to critically analyse information and data and provide evidence-based advice to colleagues, senior management, and other stakeholders on a range of preventive health issues, including for priority population groups and particularly in the context of women and girls health.
• Demonstrated high level planning and project management skills including experience in the coordination, development implementation and evaluation of statewide preventive health interventions or initiatives, including for priority population groups and particularly in the context of women and girls health.
• Demonstrated high level verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to work as part of a high performing team, communicate confidently and persuasively to a range of internal and external audiences, and undertake effective negotiation and consultation processes.
• Highly motivated with a demonstrated flexibility in approach to work and the working environment and willingness to participate in initiatives to address priority issues as required by management.

Why work with us?

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

Competitive salaries

• 12.75% superannuation
• 17.5% leave loading

Employee wellbeing

• 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.

Professional development

• Career progression with more than 300 diverse career pathways and career support to take you further!
• 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

Our commitment to cultural safety, equity, diversity and inclusion means we understand some people may need changes to the recruitment process. 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.

• Applicant Pack - July 2025 (PDF, 911KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  QLD651522 Senior Health Promotion Officer RD (PDF, 1.03MB)
  Role Description