The role:

• Provide statewide leadership in public health nutrition consistent with State and National policy and seek opportunities to strengthen investment in public health nutrition. 
• Participate in and, where appropriate, lead the development and implementation of whole-of-government food and nutrition policy, regulation, and programs.
• Liaise with national bodies (Commonwealth Department of Health, Food Standards Australia New Zealand, National Health and Medical Research Council, Australian Bureau of Statistics and Australian Institute of Health and Welfare) and other state jurisdictions on national public health nutrition matters and represent Tasmania on a wide range of government/national committees.
• Provide expert public health nutrition advice and interpretation to stakeholders across government, nongovernment, community, and private sectors. 
• Provide expert advice on the nutritional implications of food regulation (policy and standards) including the activities of Food Standards Australia New Zealand, the Food Ministers Meeting and its relevant subcommittees. 

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Details of Appointment

Permanent, part time, day worker position working 60.8 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

*notwithstanding hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant

• Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or fixed term full time, part time and casual vacancies.

Salary: $139,492 - $147,192 per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is

Salary range is in accordance with Allied Health Professionals Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement No. 2 of 2022

Eligibility:

Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria:

• Tertiary qualification/program of study relevant to the requirements of the position

• Eligible for membership with a relevant professional association

  *Registration/licences that are essential requirements of this role must remain current and valid at all times whilst employed in this role and the status of these may be checked at any time during employment. It is the employee’s responsibility to ensure that registration/licences remain current and to advise the Employer if their circumstances change. This includes notifying the Employer if a registration/licence is revoked, cancelled or has its conditions altered.

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Relevant post-graduate qualification.

• Minimum 8 years professional experience in relevant field

The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre‑employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:

1. Conviction checks in the following areas:

1. crimes of violence
2. sex related offences
3. serious drug offences
4. crimes involving dishonesty

2. Identification check
3. Disciplinary action in previous employment check.

How to Apply

Apply Online.  Please click the "Apply" button on this screen.  This ensures important questions about you are answered. 

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.

Please note:

• We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
• All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
• Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.

Statement of Duties

• 501081 Public Health Nutritionist – Principal Consultant HP5S 1-2 (September 2024) CSU.docx
• 501081 Public Health Nutritionist – Principal Consultant HP5S 1-2 (September 2024) CSU.pdf

Applicant Guide

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.pdf
• Department of Health - Applicant Guide June 22.docx

For more information, please contact

Emma Fitzpatrick
Position: Director - Health Improvement and Partnerships
E-mail: emma.fitzpatrick1@health.tas.gov.au

Important information

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To update your email address (or contact number), log in to www.jobs.tas.gov.au and look for “Existing applicant login” where you can update your details

The Department of Health values workforce diversity and recognises the value each person offers which is shaped by their unique characteristics, background, experiences, knowledge, skills, values and perspectives.

The core purpose guiding the way in which we work across the Department of Health is to CARE for the health and wellbeing of all in Tasmania through our Values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence. We are united by our shared purpose and model our CARE Values through our interactions with one another, our patients, our clients and the Tasmanian community.