Principal Project Officer

As the Principal Project Officer, you will lead the development and delivery of strategic projects, programs, and policy initiatives that support Queensland Health's priorities. You will develop program documentation, business cases, and policy frameworks, applying established project management methodologies to ensure effective planning, governance, stakeholder engagement, and timely delivery of outcomes. Drawing on research, environmental scanning, and analysis, you will identify emerging policy challenges and opportunities, provide high-level advice on health policy, legislation, and strategic issues, and contribute to the review and development of legislative, regulatory, and business instruments. In this role, you will prepare high-quality briefing materials, reports, submissions, and correspondence for senior departmental executives and the Minister, while building and maintaining strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support collaboration and successful project outcomes. You will also contribute to procurement and contract management activities, uphold contemporary workforce management and governance practices, provide ethical and informed decision-making, and support the continuous improvement of Health Workforce Division processes and services.About you We are searching for someone who has:High level knowledge of health priority areas especially, maternity and early years; the health needs of key population groups; and key health system issues.Leadership skills and ability to provide high level accurate and timely advice on complex issues. Ability to work independently and utilise initiative in the achievement of objectives.Ability to manage and deliver on projects, undertake research, interpret trends and provide detailed interpretation and analysis of reports, discussion papers and other project documentation and to provide advice on policies and strategies.Demonstrated conceptual, analytical and innovative problem-solving skills and the ability to develop and implement flexible and responsive solutions to address issues and manage risks.Why work with us? Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment that values people and prioritises employee success and wellbeing. This includesCompetitive salaries12.75% superannuation17.5% leave loadingEmployee wellbeingAccess to 24/7 confidential employee support providers and counsellors including for immediate family membersAdditional 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 developmentCareer 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.