Queensland’s hospital system is facing greater demand and pressure than ever before. This is driven by our growing and ageing population, and compounded by pressures on primary, aged and disability care. To help address this, Health Infrastructure Queensland (HIQ), in partnership with Hospital and Health Services (HHS), is leading the biggest hospital expansion program Queensland has ever seen.

Job details

The program includes building three new hospitals, expanding 11, upgrading rural and regional health facilities and delivering thousands of new hospital beds. In addition, the intent is for this to be the first tranche of a 15-year program of infrastructure investments. Working for HIQ, you will forge a new sustainable delivery model and contribute to the delivery of projects that ultimately improve the health and wellbeing of Queenslanders – what could be more rewarding than that?

Benefits for Joining HIQ:

• Attractive and competitive salary with annual incremental increases, generous employer superannuation contributions and leave loading.
• Permanent opportunity available offering great job security.
• Flexible working arrangements along with a supportive and friendly work environment.
• Corporate discounts and employee wellness programs.
• Countless opportunities to learn and ongoing professional development.
• Committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for all employees.
• You will contribute to making a difference in the lives of Queenslanders.

About the role

The Principal Advisor, Executive Governance leads HIQ's key governance forums and coordinates the delivery of timely, accurate and high-quality cross-departmental advice to support informed decision-making and compliance with departmental and whole-of-government requirements.

As the principal liaison between the Deputy Director-General, HIQ and key governance bodies, including the Executive Committee, Program Management Board and Strategic Issues Forum, the role ensures the effective coordination of critical information and supports high standards of governance and accountability across HIQ.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the delivery of end-to-end secretariat functions for HIQ's key governance forums.
• Lead the preparation and quality assurance of high-level briefing materials, submissions and governance papers, ensuring they are accurate, strategically aligned and meet executive and whole-of-government standards.
• Monitor, track and report on governance actions, decisions and strategic deliverables, proactively escalating risks, delays or issues to senior leadership.
• Provide strategic advice to the Director, ODDG and Deputy Director-General on governance matters, emerging risks, and opportunities to enhance governance effectiveness.

About You

• Demonstrated negotiation, consultation, facilitation and conflict management skills, with the proven ability to develop effective working and strategic relationships with a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience operating in a high-pressure, fast-paced environment, with the ability to prioritise competing demands, manage sensitive matters and deliver high-quality outcomes within tight timeframes.
• Highly developed written communication skills, including demonstrated experience preparing, reviewing and quality assuring complex briefing materials, reports, submissions and executive correspondence.
• High-level analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex information, resolve inconsistencies and ensure accuracy and alignment with organisational priorities.

How to Apply

Please provide the following information to the panel to assess your suitability:

• Your current CV or resume, including two referees who have a thorough knowledge of your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years. It is preferable to include your current, immediate, or past supervisor.
• A short-written response (maximum of 2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities would enable you to achieve the key responsibilities and meet the skill requirements of the role.

We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Queenslanders. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Queenslanders. 

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disabilities, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please view our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion here.

Further information

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

Please refer to the role description for further information. Applications 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).

Documents

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

• DoH Applicant Pack (PDF)
  
  HIQ686371 Principal Advisor, Executive Governance - Role Description (PDF)