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Principal Project Officer
33 Charlotte St Brisbane
The role of the Principal Project Officer is to undertake a range of projects and project management tasks related to the evidence-based investment in health services aimed at improving the health of First Nations Queenslanders. The role leads, consults, develops, implements and monitors internal quality frameworks and governance processes such as planning (including health needs analysis and assessment), reporting and continuous improvement to support the Engagement and Monitoring units key deliverables.
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Administration |
| Classification | AO7 |
| Workplace Location | Brisbane Inner City |
| Job ad reference | QLD/SPP681743 |
| Closing date | 15-May-2026 |
| Job duration | Permanent Full Time |
| Contact person | Justine Anderson |
| Contact details | 0432 669 755 Access the National Relay Service |
Your key responsibilities:
- Lead, manage and deliver business priorities within specified timeframes, optimising allocated resources to ensure efficient project outcomes; including effectively managing programs, projects and tasks, aligning with team goals and incorporating feedback to improve outcomes.
- Develop effective and productive working relationships with the 16 HHSs and the non-government sector about the planning, purchase, delivery and performance of health services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
- Undertake policy research, planning, needs assessment and analysis to identify and advise on future strategic policy challenges, opportunities, priorities and issues including whole-of-agency and inter-agency policy priorities.
Role fit:
Within the context of the responsibilities described above, the ideal applicant will be someone who can demonstrate the following:
- Demonstrated understanding of historical and contemporary issues affecting First Nations people and subsequent health impacts.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate sensitively and effectively, and to work respectfully with First Nations people and organisations.
- Demonstrated ability to lead, manage and deliver on projects outcomes, designing, implementing, monitoring and evaluating change in business processes and operations, and manage competing priorities to meet agreed deadlines.
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
- 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.
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 (temporary; full time or part time).
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