Director, Health Equity

Shine People Solutions is a proudly Aboriginal-owned and operated consultancy committed to connecting exceptional talent with purpose-driven organisations. We work with clients who are serious about creating inclusive, culturally safe workplaces and driving real change for Indigenous people.

Our client, Cancer Council Queensland, is a leading not-for-profit organisation committed to improving outcomes for Queenslanders through research, advocacy, prevention, support services and systems change. Guided by a strong commitment to equity, inclusion and community impact, Cancer Council Queensland works to ensure all people can access the care, information and support they need.

About the Role

We are recruiting for the role of Director, Health Equity based in Brisbane. In this role you will lead Cancer Council Queensland's strategic health equity agenda, working across communities, government, health services and sector stakeholders to influence systems change and improve outcomes for people experiencing disadvantage and barriers to care.

This is an Indigenous Identified role and is only open to applicants who identify as Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander.

Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer and forming part of the Senior Leadership Team, you will play a key role in shaping policy, building partnerships, driving collective action and ensuring lived experience and community voice inform decision-making, service design and system reform. While health sector experience will be valued, this role is ultimately about leadership, influence and creating meaningful change.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategic initiatives that improve equity, access and outcomes across health and community systems.
• Build and strengthen partnerships across communities, government, health services and the not-for-profit sector.
• Influence policy, advocacy and reform initiatives that address systemic barriers and inequities.
• Champion Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander voice, participation and self-determination.
• Embed culturally safe, person-centred and human rights-based approaches across programs and services.
• Facilitate collaboration, networks and collective action to drive sustainable change.
• Develop frameworks that measure impact, accountability and progress towards health equity outcomes.

What We're Looking For

• Strong experience leading systems change, reform, advocacy or social impact initiatives.
• Deep understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, cultures and priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to influence diverse stakeholders and navigate complex environments.
• Strong strategic thinking, relationship-building and communication skills.
• Understanding of social determinants of health, intersectionality and equity-based approaches.
• A collaborative and values-driven leadership style grounded in humility, authenticity and respect.
• A genuine commitment to improving outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities.

Why Join Cancer Council Queensland?

• Opportunity to shape health equity outcomes across Queensland.
• Senior leadership position with significant influence and impact.
• Work alongside passionate leaders dedicated to social justice and systems reform.
• Salary packaging and attractive employee benefits.
• Relocation assistance may be considered for exceptional candidates.

Apply Now

Apply now or contact Tegan Sax at Shine People Solutions for a confidential discussion.

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📞 0404 297 296

Shine People Solutions and our client are committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for First Nations people. This position is only open to Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander applicants. The filling of this position is intended to constitute a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth) and equivalent provisions of State legislation applies to this position.