Project Officer, Sustainability Performance and Engagement

The Project Officer, Sustainability Performance and Engagement will provide support for the ongoing delivery of strategies, governance, data systems and standards for environmental sustainability initiatives and programs across Queensland Health. This includes, but not limited to: Supporting implementation and use of appropriate performance benchmarks and targets, and state-wide reporting of progress against these performance benchmarks. Supporting the development and roll-out of fit for purpose environmental sustainability practices, programs and reporting across the health system Supporting the development and maintenance of strategic partnerships with key internal and external stakeholders and to communicate and promote the objectives of the Office of Hospital Sustainability. Role fit The essential requirements for this role are: Demonstrated experience in supporting the development or delivery of performance benchmarks, targets, data management and reporting to support system-wide benefits for a large and complex health or service delivery organisation. Experience working with environmental sustainability issues is desirable but not essential. Proven ability in the development and delivery of visually effective reports for non-technical audiences and strategic communication activities to promote and advocate for the business objectives and agenda. Demonstrated experience in engagement and empowerment activities with key stakeholders in health and other sectors and awareness raising through education material and promotion campaigns and events. High level interpersonal skills to build and maintain strategic relationships and partnerships with a range of internal and external stakeholders. Behavioural Competencies Required We are all leaders in the Department of Health, regardless of role or classification level. The department is committed to leadership at all levels of our organisation, in this role you will be required to display the following leadership behaviours: Drives accountability and outcomes - Demonstrates accountability for the execution and quality of results through professionalism, persistence and transparency. Stimulates ideas and innovation - Gathers insights and embraces new ideas and innovation to inform future practice. Builds enduring relationships - Builds and sustains relationships to enable the collaborative delivery of customer-focused outcomes. Demonstrates sound governance - Maintains a high standard of practice through governance and risk management. How to apply Please provide the following information to the panel to assess your suitability: A short-written response (maximum 2 pages, dot points acceptable) on how your experience, abilities, knowledge and personal qualities would enable you to achieve the key responsibilities and meet the skill requirements of the role. Your current CV or resume, including two referees who have a thorough knowledge of your capabilities, work performance and conduct within the previous two years. It is preferable to include your current, immediate or past supervisor. Late applications cannot be submitted online. For a late application to be considered, please arrange approval and submission via the contact person. Applications will remain current for 12 months or for the duration of the vacancy. Future vacancies of a temporary, full time and part time nature may also be filled through this recruitment process.
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