What you'll do
As the Manager, you will lead the design, development and delivery of innovative capability and leadership development programs that support a skilled, high-performing and future-focused workforce across Queensland Health. You will drive the research, analysis and implementation of strategic initiatives that address current and emerging capability needs, while managing multiple large-scale, organisation-wide projects and programs to achieve outcomes within agreed timeframes, budgets and quality standards. Working closely with the Director and other leaders, you will oversee the unit's communication, financial and administrative functions, provide expert advice to a diverse range of stakeholders, and prepare high-quality submissions, briefs and policy papers with system-wide impact. You will foster strong partnerships with internal and external clients, lead and support a high-performing team through coaching and development, and champion an inclusive culture that encourages innovation, recognises achievement, and promotes employee wellbeing and leadership capability.
About you
We are searching for someone who has:
Demonstrated experience in effectively leading, managing, planning and delivering best practice contemporary strategic workforce projects and initiatives, of varying complexity and scope, in a large complex multidisciplinary environment.
Exceptional interpersonal communication skills, including strategic influence, stakeholder engagement, program management, consultation and relationship management skills.
Ability to lead a team to successfully deliver a range of capability programs and initiatives along with the ability to work with others in a leadership group.
Proven success in delivering a broad range of strategic initiatives, including comprehensive provision of advice, presentation, and report writing capabilities in relation to leadership and capability development.
Proven analytical and research skills, issue identification, problem solving skills and a demonstrated ability to develop innovative, sensitive and practical solutions and provide expert strategic advice to complex challenges.
Demonstrated ability to positively engage, build and nurture productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, managing challenges with integrity, diplomacy, tact, and a solutions-oriented approach.
A high level of integrity and resilience with the capacity to monitor, prioritise and meet deadlines by taking responsibility to produce quality output and timely outcomes.
Why work with us?
Work alongside passionate professionals in a supportive and inclusive environment that values people and prioritises employee success and wellbeing. This includes
Competitive salaries
12.75% superannuation
17.5% leave loading
Employee wellbeing
Access to 24/7 confidential employee support providers and counsellors including for immediate family members
Additional 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 development
Career 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.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.
