Project Officer

at  Queensland Health

The role Reporting to the Director of Nursing, Professional Capability, you will support the Professional Capability program team in program-related activities and assist in the continuous improvement and quality assurance in implementing projects and programs of work which assist and support the Queensland Health nursing and midwifery workforce. You will monitor and report project related trends and performance against project plans and schedules, as well as monitor and report on project activities and progress to ensure alignment with corporate goals and to ensure deadlines are achieved. Furthermore, you will provide timely advice to senior management on specific issues relating to projects, and liaise and work with stakeholder networks both internal and external and facilitate effective communications acting as secretariat as required.
The successful personYou will have experience in stakeholder relationships, communication and negotiation skills to facilitate and support project outcomes. You will have knowledge of program and project methodologies and tools. You will have proven effective high level written and oral communication skills including the ability to prepare high quality documentation, accurate reports and project communications. You will have the ability to maintain momentum and drive projects through all phases of the project life cycle, applying project management and change management methodologies. Additionally, you will have the ability to deliver outcomes and manage competing work priorities to meet agreed deadlines and commitments.
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 Clinical Excellence Queensland (CEQ) mission is to partner with health services, clinicians, and consumers to drive measurable improvement in patient care through continual pursuit of excellence.CEQ is committed to a client-first approach. Through building strong relationships and understanding the needs and aspirations of our clients, we are best able to achieve our mission. 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
How to applyTo apply for this opportunity: - Please submit your resume (including the details of two referees), and- A short written response (maximum 1 page, dot points acceptable) on how your experience, abilities, knowledhe and personal qualities would enable you to achieve the key responsibilities and meet the skill requirements of the role.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License

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