Senior Director Surgery Connect

at  Queensland Health

The roleJoin our dynamic team as the Senior Director, Surgery Connect where you will provide visionary leadership and expert guidance in negotiating, designing, developing, and executing service and funding agreements. Your role will be pivotal in harnessing diverse information from across the department to steer healthcare purchasing decisions and set performance standards that drive strategic priorities. You’ll collaborate closely with Hospital and Health Services to achieve performance targets, deliver sustainable and safe health services, and enhance health outcomes for all Queenslanders. This is your chance to make a significant impact on the healthcare landscape. Apply now to lead our innovative Surgery Connect program!
The successful personWe are looking for an exceptional leader with proven skills in interpersonal consultation, negotiation, and conflict resolution to effectively engage with a wide range of stakeholders, including senior clinicians, health service executives, and government officials. The ideal candidate will have a stellar record in negotiating and managing high level service delivery contracts within a complex and ever-evolving health environment. As a member of our executive leadership team, you’ll need to demonstrate diplomacy, tact, and a solution orientated approach to build productive relationships and manage challenges.
About Healthcare Purchasing and System Performance Division The Healthcare Purchasing and System Performance (HPSP) Division purchases public health and social services from service providers to optimise health gains, reduce inequalities, and maximise the health system’s efficiency and effectiveness. HPSP ensures health funding is used effectively to meet government priorities and achieve performance objectives outlined in agreements and contracts arising from purchasing decisions. As part of the commissioning role, the Division has responsibility for investing nearly $18 billion on behalf of the State and managing community services contracts to the value of approximately $280 million.

Benefits of working with the Department of Health: By joining the Department of Health you will work within a fast-paced, challenging and supportive environment where every employee plays a critical role in our ongoing success. You will enjoy a variety of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loading
• Flexible working arrangements
• Diverse work culture
• Career training and development

To reflect the diversity within the communities and people we support and serve, we seek to hire a workforce that is both representative and diverse. With a focus on inclusion, accessibility and flexibility, we are committed to supporting you in your career with us.
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please submit your resume and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) outlining your skills and experience relevant for this role.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License

• Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loading
• Flexible working arrangements
• Diverse work culture
• Career training and developmen