CRVCID 705912
This is a Permanent Full-Time appointment.
WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all
forms of discrimination in the provision of our service.
WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context
of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free
environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.
WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal
workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce
Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the
Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.
Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment,
applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term
appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or
have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for
permanent appointments).
Other Conditions: WA Health engages
staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies
require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and
integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as
undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you
may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if
required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We
may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past
demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse
information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will
be considered as part of the appointment process.
Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the
above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar"
vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this,
should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised
vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected
from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period
of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate
endorses the recruitment decision.
The Opportunity:The Population and Preventive
Health Directorate is seeking an experienced policy professional
ready to take on an important role providing advice on complex
issues and developing and implementing strategic policies and
projects. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a dynamic,
solution-focussed team environment for someone who is proactive,
enjoys collaboration with stakeholders and has a passion for
population and preventive health.
Position Profile: This position contributes to
strategic public health policy development particularly in relation
to healthy lifestyle promotion and chronic disease prevention. The
successful applicant will research, analyse, and provide policy
advice on issues relevant to population health and chronic disease
prevention. They will assist with the development of strategic
policy and options for implementation.
Employee Benefits: In addition to
the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits
which may include (in line with operational requirements):
- 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of
your choice. For further information click
here.
- Access to salary packaging arrangements
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study
Leave/assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements
Selection Criteria: Please see the
attached Job Description Form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).
For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you
to contact Rikki Ismail on 0424 987 033.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please
contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate
assistance during business hours.
Application Instructions: Applicants are
requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au).
Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the
selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages and provide a detailed
curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are
able to meet the position requirements. These
documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying
online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the
online application process as you will be required to answer
various questions and attach your documentation.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or
after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
