Principal Advisor Health Equity

2 weeks ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland Government Full time

The Principal Advisor, Health Equity is an essential leadership role within the Office of the Commissioner, dedicated to creating an integrated and coordinated health system focused on health equity reform. Reporting to the Executive Manager, QAS Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cultural Safety Unit, the Principal Advisor provides governance and organisational support regarding co-designed community partnerships for service delivery tailored to meet the specific health care needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities across diverse geographical areas.

We are seeking applicants who, within the context of the role responsibilities, possess the following key attributes:

  • Demonstrate knowledge of Queensland Health's (QH) Making Tracks Together, the HEALTHQ32 and First Nations First Strategy 2032, and how to align and deliver objectives of the QAS Strategy 2022-2027 to improve health equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities, policies relating to QH's health equity reform agenda, QAS CCAP, QH RtR, and Closing the Gap.
    • Demonstrated experience in undertaking research, analysis, evaluation, and reporting on policies and procedures relevant to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander affairs and programs with positive outcomes.
    • Experience working with a wide range of stakeholders from diverse geographical and cultural backgrounds, particularly Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, to provide support on sensitive cultural matters.
    • Strong human-centred interpersonal skills and experience with highly developed communication, negotiation, consultation, and collaboration skills working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stakeholders.
    • Demonstrated understanding of the cultural sensitivities required to build, maintain, and repair relationships necessary to develop and deliver innovative and effective solutions, maintain best practices, and achieve organisational outcomes.
    • Understanding of healthcare delivery frameworks, primary health models of care, chronic disease systems and care, evidence-based practice, culturally safe healthcare delivery, and services.

The following mandatory requirements, special conditions, and other requirements apply to this role:

  • While not mandatory, relevant tertiary or postgraduate qualifications in business or health disciplines, and/or Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culturally safe organisational practice, with relevant experience, are highly regarded.
  • The incumbent may be required to travel on official business and work outside of regular hours, including weekends.
  • Applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander are strongly encouraged to apply.

Applications will remain current for 12 months.

Job Ad Reference: QLD/652550/25

Closing Date: Wednesday, 20th August 2025

Occupational group: Community Engagement and Education

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