Executive Director for First Nations Health Equity

18 hours ago

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia beBeeLeadership Full time $167,874 - $242,615
Executive Director for First Nations Health Equity

The Department of Health is seeking a visionary leader to elevate the visibility and strategic importance of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health across Queensland.

This senior leadership position reports operationally to the Deputy Director-General, System, Policy and Planning, and strategically to the Director-General. The role provides culturally safe strategic leadership, strengthens high-level relationships across government and community sectors, and leads the delivery of Queensland Health's First Nations Health Equity Strategies.

Key responsibilities include advising the Minister for Health, Ambulance Services, and the Director-General on state, national, and international issues impacting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and wellbeing. The successful candidate will represent Queensland Health in high-level forums and provide expert advice on health equity strategies.

  • Responsibilities:
  • Lead the development and implementation of health equity strategies that promote improved outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
  • Strengthen relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, community organizations, and health services.
  • Provide strategic advice to the Director-General and Minister for Health on health equity issues.
  • Represent Queensland Health at national and international forums on Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health.

The ideal candidate will be a respected and experienced First Nations leader with a demonstrated ability to deliver system-wide improvements in health equity. They will bring a strong track record of executive leadership within the health sector, including policy, program development, and service delivery that supports improved outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Key requirements include:

  • Requirements:
  • Demonstrated direct, lived-experience knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and identity.
  • Proven track record of advocating for and leading health equity strategies for First Nations peoples.
  • Strong governance and policy and strategic planning experience.
  • Exceptional stakeholder engagement and negotiation skills.
  • Experience in addressing institutional racism and embedding culturally safe practices within health systems.

The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of the complex factors influencing Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and wellbeing. They will possess exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage respectfully and effectively with diverse stakeholders.

What we offer:

  • Benefits:
  • A competitive salary package.
  • Flexible working arrangements to support cultural, community, and personal commitments.
  • Opportunities for travel and meaningful engagement with First Nations communities across Queensland.
  • A culturally safe and inclusive workplace where diversity is genuinely valued.

How to apply:

Submit your application, including a current resume and a short-written response (maximum 2 pages) outlining how your experience, abilities, knowledge, and personal qualities align with the role's key responsibilities and requirements.

Applications close: Sunday, August 31st, 2025 at 11:59 PM.

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