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What you'll do

As the Senior Public Health Officer/Pharmacist, you will provide expert advice and leadership in the interpretation and application of medicines legislation across a diverse range of healthcare settings in Queensland. You will contribute to the development, review and implementation of legislative, regulatory and policy frameworks that support the safe and effective use of medicines, while monitoring emerging trends and developments in contemporary healthcare practice to inform future reforms. Working closely with stakeholders, professional networks and regulatory bodies, you will apply change management principles to support the implementation and evaluation of legislative amendments and ensure ongoing compliance. The role involves preparing high-quality correspondence, reports, briefings and policy documents, translating complex legislation and research into practical advice for health professionals, policymakers and the community. You will also contribute to the continuous improvement of systems, policies and operational processes within the unit, while working collaboratively to deliver strategic priorities and high-quality outcomes for Queensland Health.

About you

We are searching for someone who has:

• Demonstrated high level quality use of medicines and pharmaceutical knowledge, and/or contemporary regulatory practice and legislative knowledge and skills as well as broad knowledge of healthcare settings and practices.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently or as an effective team member, ability to adapt quickly to a dynamic environment in the provision of expert medicines, poisons, legislative and contemporary regulatory practice to a multi-disciplinary team.
• Demonstrated highly advanced written and verbal communication skills and ability to communicate with staff at all levels within the organisation and external stakeholders, including development and maintenance of professional networks with a range of organisations.
• Experience in stakeholder relationship management to support effective business change, including the ability to initiate relationships and influence key stakeholders.

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

Flexible working arrangements

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.

• Senior Public Health Officer RD (PDF)
  
  DoH Applicant Pack (PDF)