Reporting to the Director Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Professions within Queensland Health, the Workforce Development Officer, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Professions, plays a pivotal leadership role in strengthening workforce capability and driving transformation initiatives across the state.

Job details

The role partners with stakeholders to design and implement sustainable, culturally safe and evidence-based workforce solutions that support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Professions in delivering high-quality care to First Nations communities. Through strategic advice, project leadership and collaboration, the position contributes to innovative service models and workforce redesign that improve health outcomes and system performance.

You will

• Provide authoritative advice to executive leadership and stakeholders on workforce transformation, cultural governance, capability assessment and performance improvement initiatives.
• Lead the design, implementation and evaluation of workforce development projects, including business cases, project plans, risk management and reporting.
• Analyse data, research and performance information to inform strategy, service redesign and evidence-based workforce initiatives.
• Develop policies, systems and procedures to support sustainable workforce capability and culturally safe service delivery models.
• Engage and collaborate with internal and external partners—including community-controlled organisations, professional associations and government agencies—to deliver innovative and efficient workforce solutions.
• Support the design and delivery of education and training programs aligned with First Nations workforce and organisational development priorities.

About you

Under section 25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent in this role to be an Aboriginal person and/or Torres Strait Islander person.

We are searching for someone who: 

• holds the required Diploma qualification in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care (or equivalent relevant qualification), and where applicable, current registration with Ahpra as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Health Practitioner.
• brings strong knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health issues and primary health care principles, with experience influencing quality standards and service outcomes.
• has demonstrated experience in workforce development, program design and implementation within complex healthcare or community settings.
• possesses high-level analytical, project management and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop culturally safe, evidence-based initiatives.
• is an effective communicator and relationship-builder, able to engage respectfully with communities, executives and diverse stakeholders to achieve shared outcomes.

Why work with us?

Competitive salaries

• 12.75% superannuation
• 17.5% leave loading

Employee wellbeing

• 38 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.

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.

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. 

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 Applicant Pack_20251027 (PDF)
  
  HW676324 Senior Workforce Development Officer HWF5 RD (PDF)