The Role:
As a member of Health Improvement and Partnerships, promote a population health approach to improving health and wellbeing and reducing health inequities through the development of policy and strategic frameworks, research, education and training, project development and evaluation.
Facilitate the development, implementation and evaluation of initiatives, policies, and programs to decrease tobacco use and optimise the health and wellbeing of the Tasmanian population.
Work closely with other government agencies, non-government agencies and other stakeholders to identify and develop strategies to progress state and national priorities related to reducing tobacco-related harm.
You will need:
- Demonstrated significant expertise and/or in-depth experience in the development and implementation of project/policy related work, together with the ability to take initiative in undertaking daily tasks and meeting deadlines within a complex environment subject to work pressures and change.
- High-level knowledge of current political, social, community and health service issues relevant to population health approaches to reducing tobacco use and other associated strategies for the improvement of health outcomes related to tobacco usage.
- Proven experience and ability to plan, implement and evaluate strategies to achieve outcomes related to population health approaches to reducing tobacco use.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment:
Fixed term, full time, day worker position, working up to 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until 30 June 2026.
*notwithstanding hours to 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 similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary: General Stream Band 6
$107,899 to $122,292 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
- Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Eligibility:
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Statement of Duties:
Application Guide:
How to apply:
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1–2-page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Emma Fitzpatrick
Position: Director - Health Improvement and Partnerships
Email address: emma.fitzpatrick1@health.tas.gov.au
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