Are you looking for a meaningful career where you can support strong governance and contribute to sensitive health policy work? Join the Health Workforce Division as Principal Policy Officer – Board Secretariat and help support the Voluntary Assisted Dying Review Board to operate effectively, ethically and with high standards of governance.

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What you'll do

In the Principal Policy Officer – Board Secretariat role, you will provide high-level secretariat support to the Voluntary Assisted Dying Review Board, including preparing agendas, papers, minutes and correspondence. You will support strong governance practices, prepare reports, manage information flow between stakeholders and help maintain confidential records in line with governance and compliance standards.

About you

We are searching for someone who has:

• Demonstrated experience in managing a significant program of work, and demonstrated knowledge of corporate and program management governance tools
• Demonstrated written communication skills including preparing high quality documents, reports and briefing papers to senior leaders.
• Ability to operate within a complex and sensitive environment, engaging respectfully and effectively with stakeholders who may have differing views.   
• Proven effective consultation, written and oral communication skills, including the ability to consult and liaise with internal and external stakeholders at a senior level.
• Demonstrated high level analytical, planning and problem-solving skills.

Strong administrative and coordination skills with the ability to find solutions in complex and ambiguous environments. 

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

• 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).

Documents

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

• Principal Policy Officer - Role Description (PDF)
  
  DoH Applicant Pack (PDF)