As the Information Officer you will provide comprehensive administrative support including word processing; filing; deliveries; photocopying; reception duties; telephone enquiries and other clerical support activities. You will manage, coordinate, prioritise and action requests for information from the Minister for Health and the Director-General. Additionally, you will maintain a strong knowledge of the Department's activities to assist with appropriate issues management.
Role fit:
Proven ability to research, analyse information, problem solve and prepare and edit responses and briefing notes for the Minister for Health and the Director-General.
High level of organisational skills, including an ability to effectively manage high volumes of incoming and outgoing correspondence and conflicting work priorities to ensure critical deadlines are met and confidentiality and privacy principles are observed.
Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to liaise, negotiate and consult with officers at all levels across the Department of Health to ensure the provision of quality and timely correspondence for the Minister for Health and the Director-General.
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
36.25 hour full time work week
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.
Applications will remain current for a period of up to 12 months and may be considered for other vacancies which may include an alternative employment basis such as temporary, full time or part time.This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.