Senior Policy Advisor - Environmental Epidemiologist

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Senior Policy Advisor - Environmental Epidemiologist. Terms and conditions vacancy

Where you'll be working

You will be working with a diverse and dynamic team within Health System Support Group (HSSG). HSSG is a unit of the Public Health System Support Division of the Health Administration Corporation to provide services to support the public health system in implementing Government targets and programs.

What you'll be doing

Primary Purpose of this Position The Senior Policy Advisor – Environmental Epidemiologist provides high level technical and strategic advice to the Health Risk and Regulation Unit with regard to Environmental Epidemiology issues. The Senior Policy Advisor will be involved in the design, development and implementation of a range of activities relating to the provision of Environmental Epidemiology such as air quality, climate and health, disease surveillance, and advising on the application of epidemiological principles to Environmental Health issues.   The position contributes to the development of public policy relating to Environmental Health within NSW Health, and provides timely, expert advice on the assessment and effective management of environmental health hazards. 

How to apply

Your application to be considered should include:

• Responses to the questionnaire addressing the selection criteria below
• An up-to-date resume of no more than five (5) pages which clearly details your skills and experience as relevant to this role.

Selection Criteria

1. Appropriate tertiary qualifications in Public Health, Applied Environmental Science or equivalent. This includes specialised knowledge in environmental epidemiology and demonstrated experience applying them to the management of environmental health risks.
2. Well-developed analytical skills, and experience interpreting and presenting complex information rapidly and accurately to a range of audiences
3. Demonstrated skills and experience in policy development and review including the provision of providing expert policy advice and recommendations on complex issues
4. High level oral and written communication skills
5. Demonstrated experience in all phases of project and program management including design, development, implementation and evaluation.
6. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in environmental epidemiology and their application in complex settings.
7. Demonstrated experience undertaking and applying valid research methods to public policy and programs.

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For role related queries or questions contact Aditya Vyas on [email protected]

Applications Close: 06 August 2018 (11:59PM)