Principal Public Health Officer

3 weeks ago


Brisbane, Australia Queensland Health Full time

The roleThe Principal Public Health Officer is responsible for the expert design, coordination, implementation and evaluation of state-wide immunisation initiatives to promote and improve immunisation coverage. Key responsibilities include:

- provide specialised strategic advice and analysis on state and national matters across a range of issues in relation to the immunisation program in Queensland.
- provide specialist expertise, clinical leadership and judgement to lead and manage complex immunisation projects based on analysis of data and current research.
- provide high level professional advice to senior management, partners and other stakeholders to influence the strategic planning and delivery of complex preventive health interventions and service delivery models.
- lead collaborative and consultative processes with relevant stakeholders to enhance the delivery of immunisation interventions and build preventative health capacity.
- provide advanced clinical leadership in improving the quality and management of immunisation data in Queensland.

**The successful personYou will have demonstrated**:

- high level interpersonal, communication, consultation and negotiation skills.
- proven ability to multitask, manage competing priorities and to lead and manage complex statewide projects.
- ability to provide specialised level knowledge, expertise and skills in the implementation of public health initiatives of statewide importance.
- ability to lead strategic change through shaping policy reforms, driving innovation and enabling quality improvement.

About usThe Department of Health is responsible for the overall management of the public health system in Queensland. We are an organisation that strongly believes in the need to work with people who value the goals of our organisation and who will thrive in our workplace. Working at the Department of Health is about making a difference.
The Queensland Public Health and Scientific Services Division (QPHaSS) of the department brings together the medical specialties of pathology and forensic medicine, scientific testing, key system support functions and the surveillance, prevention and control of communicable diseases and public health risks in Queensland. QPHaSS leads statewide planning and coordination of programs and services to prevent, diagnose and control diseases, hazards and harmful practices and enhance protective health factors to promote the overall health and wellbeing of Queenslanders.

**Benefits**:

- A fast-paced, challenging and supportive environment
- Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loading
- Flexible working arrangements
- Diverse work culture
- Career training and development



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