HQ Function

Serves as the central administrative and strategic hub for the ACT Health Directorate, responsible for health policy development, system planning, funding allocation, public health programs, and corporate governance for the ACT's public health system.

Notable Features:

Modern government office building facilitating administrative and policy work. Co-located with or near other ACT Government directorates, promoting inter-agency collaboration.

Work Culture:

A professional public service environment characterized by a commitment to evidence-based policy, community well-being, collaboration with healthcare providers, and accountability in public spending. Emphasis on innovation and continuous improvement in health service delivery.

HQ Significance:

The headquarters is pivotal for setting the strategic direction of health services in the ACT, ensuring resources are effectively managed, and responding to the evolving health needs of the Canberra community. It plays a key role in intergovernmental health relations.

Values Reflected in HQ: The headquarters' operations reflect values of public trust, integrity, collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to equitable and high-quality health outcomes for all Canberrans.

Location:

While ACT Health's core mandate is to serve the population of the Australian Capital Territory, it engages with the global health community through various channels. This includes participation in national forums that inform Australia's international health obligations, adopting best practices and standards from global health organizations like the WHO, collaborating on research with international institutions, and recruiting skilled health professionals from a global talent pool. It also contributes to national data and learnings that can inform global health understanding.

Street Address:

2-6 Bowes Street

City:

Woden

State/Province:

ACT

Country:

Australia