The Prevention Strategy Branch are looking for Advanced Health Promotion Officers/Public Health Officers to join their team. In this role you will provide advanced leadership for the development, coordination, implementation and evaluation of complex statewide preventive health policy and strategy to improve the health and wellbeing of Queenslanders, with a focus on reducing smoking-related harms by creating environments free from tobacco smoke and e-cigarette vapour, assisting smokers to quit, preventing the uptake of smoking products and encouraging compliance with state tobacco laws.

Job details

What you'll do

• Provide advanced expertise 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.
• Provide high-level authoritative advice to senior management, partners, and other stakeholders, including members of the public, to influence strategic policy and delivery of complex and/or innovative preventive health interventions.
• Facilitate the development of a suite of system reforms to position Queensland Health to respond to the increasing burden of chronic disease more effectively for consideration by the Queensland Government.
• Provide leadership in the planning, implementation, and support of relevant governance processes to facilitate appropriate and necessary input from decision makers to ensure policies deliver the best outcomes for Queenslanders.
• Strategically monitor and evaluate preventive health initiatives, objectives and strategies based on the analysis of data and ensure findings are shared to build the evidence base and improve preventive health policy and planning.

About you

We are searching for someone who has:

• At least a tertiary degree in Health Promotion or Public Health. 
• Demonstrated advanced level of knowledge, expertise, and skills in the development of effective solutions to complex statewide preventive health policy challenges.
• Demonstrated ability to independently lead strategic change through effective communication, consultation, and negotiation skills and through shaping policy and/or program reforms, driving innovation and enabling quality improvement.
• Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective and collaborative relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders that contribute to improved health and wellbeing for Queenslanders.
• Ability to successfully lead and manage a small team, set direction, motivate, and inspire staff, and promote an environment where staff are valued, developed, and coached to perform at their full potential.

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.

• QLD651995 Advanced Health Promotion Officer Public Health Officer RD (PDF, 1,012KB)
  Role Description
  
  Applicant Pack - July 2025 (PDF, 911KB)
  Information Package for Applicants