Research Coordinator

Job Description

We have an exciting permanent full-time opportunity for you to join our First Nations Health Office Branch located in Brisbane CBD. Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent in this role to be an Aboriginal person and/or Torres Strait Islander person. The role The Research Coordinator is responsible for contributing to the establishment of a research and governance framework and facilitating the development of research capacity and capability for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Professions across Queensland. The successful person You will have demonstrated: Demonstrated ability to combine your lived experience as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander ways of knowing, being, doing and seeing to inform culturally safe and responsive health services, as appropriate to the role responsibilities. High-level knowledge and understanding of the social and cultural determinants of health for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, including demonstrated cultural knowledge and respect, of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander cultures and community customs and protocols. Demonstrate an understanding of the centrality of culture in health service delivery and research for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities. About us The Department of Health is responsible for the overall management of the public health system in Queensland. We are an organisation that strongly believes in the need to work with people who value the goals of our organisation and who will thrive in our workplace. Working at the Department of Health is about making a difference. Under the leadership of the Chief First Nations Health Officer, the First Nations Health Office (FNHO) co-designs, leads and advocates for a culturally safe, equitable and responsive health system to support First Nations peoples reach their full health potential and live long and healthy lives. In partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander leaders from the public health system and the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community-controlled health sector, the FNHO is driving reforms across the health system to achieve equitable health outcomes and eliminate institutional racism and racial discrimination for First Nations Queenslanders. The First Nations Workforce Branch is responsible for overseeing Queensland Health's First Nations Workforce Action Plan under the First Nations First Strategy. The branch is focused on developing, supporting, and growing Queensland Health's First Nations workforces across all streams, with an emphasis on the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Professions. A fast-paced, challenging and supportive environment Competitive salary + generous superannuation and leave loading Flexible working arrangements Career training and development How to apply To apply for this opportunity: Please submit your resume (including the details of two referees) , and A short-written response (maximum 1-2 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. Further information We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity. 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 (temporary; full time or part time). #J-18808-Ljbffr