Principal Governance Officer

1 week ago


Brisbane, Australia Queensland Health Full time

About the role
This role is responsible for engaging with management and staff to embed a contemporary and effective risk management program, with accountability for overseeing and providing objective advice for the assessment, identification, and mitigation of risk across the organisation.
About you
- Extensive knowledge and experience in leading and managing the development and implementation of good governance practices and processes in a large public sector organisation, particularly in relation to risk management.
- Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to consider relevant and complex evidence in the coordination and preparation of appropriate risk responses and implementation plans.
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to initiate and drive continuous improvement.
- Commitment and success in planning, implementing, reviewing, and managing changes of varying complexity and scope within a large complex organisation.
- Advanced negotiation, consultation, and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate and promote understanding of complex issues, and confidently represent the service at meetings and forums.
- Build and maintain positive relationships and conduct productive engagement at senior levels both internally and externally.

**Mandatory Requirements**:

- Vaccinated against, and remain vaccinated against, certain vaccine preventable diseases (VPD) as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO. 01/16
- Vaccinated against COVID-19 as outlined in the Health Employment Directive NO.12/21and the Queensland Health Human Resources Policy B70.

About West Moreton
West Moreton Health is one of the most rapidly evolving health services in the south east corner, with a community growth expected to almost double to more than 588,000 by 2036. Our vision is for a robust hospital and health service that includes fit-for-purpose spaces, interconnected buildings, multi-disciplinary health services, research, education and community partnerships.
To read more on how West Moreton Health are committed to transforming and optimising our care, to meet the health care needs of our growing and diverse community - Follow this link

**Benefits**:
17.5% annual leave loading (Additional allowances/entitlements may apply), 12.75 % employer contribution to superannuation. Other employment benefits may include:
professional development, salary sacrificing options, wellness programs and the Employee Assistance Service (EAS).
To apply
Further information regarding this role please download and read the attached Role Description and Information Packages. You will need to submit your Cover Letter, CV or Resume including the names and contact details of two referees and a short response (maximum 1-2 pages) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities are relevant to the role.



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