Health and Wellbeing Queensland is seeking a Principal Lead - Physical Activity to provide strategic leadership in improving health outcomes and preventing chronic disease through the promotion of physical activity.
In this senior role, you'll design, implement, and evaluate state-wide health promotion initiatives, provide expert advice to senior leaders, and champion co-design principles to foster collaboration with stakeholders.
Lead an innovative team, influence policies that promote health equity, and contribute to impactful, evidence-based programs that create a healthier Queensland.
Health and Wellbeing Queensland (HWQld) is the state's prevention agency, committed to creating a healthier and fairer future for Queensland. Through our programs we're turning skills, will and resources into preventive health action and policy, to help improve the health and wellbeing of Queenslanders. Together we can make healthy happen.
At HWQld, we value each member of our team for their unique contributions and abilities. We are currently seeking a passionate individual to fill the role of Principal Lead - Physical Activity and become an integral part of our community.
Your opportunity
As the Principal Lead - Physical Activity your will be involved in:
- Providing high-level expert advice on preventive health strategies, policies, and initiatives to senior management, stakeholders, and decision-makers, ensuring alignment with organisational objectives and priorities.
- Leading the planning, implementation, and evaluation of strategic and state-wide health and wellbeing initiatives, focusing on modifiable risk factors such as physical activity, while driving innovation and evidence-based approaches across the agency.
- Championing co-design principles and a systems approach that influence policy, financial, social and environmental change within preventive health initiatives, fostering collaboration with government and non-government stakeholders to deliver coordinated, impactful prevention and health promotion programs across Queensland.
Your workplace
- Be part of our commitment to improving reconciliation and health equity with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples by contributing towards our Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan.
- Help foster a workplace that embraces equity, diversity, and inclusivity.
- Get active with access to our complimentary wellness facilities including Pilates, Yoga, and Tennis. Or take a bike ride or run on the River Walk.
- Be involved in community events promoting Health and Wellbeing.
- Work flexibly in a way to better accommodate your lifestyle.
At HWQld, we strive to foster a culture where everyone is seen and heard as an individual. Welcome to a place where you're more than just a number - you're a valued member of our community!
Please share any additional support or accommodations you may need during the recruitment process to ensure you can fully showcase your abilities. This may include interpreting services, accommodations for physical requirements, or access to assistive technologies. We are committed to facilitating an inclusive and supportive recruitment experience for all applicants.
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