Principal Policy Officer

2 weeks ago

Sydney, Australia Ministry of Health Full time

**Principal Policy Officer (Identified)**
- Employment Type: Full Time, Ongoing
- 35 hour working week, in a hybrid working environment
- Do you have a passion to support the mental health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people, families and communities in NSW?
- This is an identified role. Applicants must be of Aboriginal descent and be recognised as being Aboriginal and accepted in the community as such. Under Section 14(d) of the Anti-discrimination Act (1997), Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification, therefore, proof of Aboriginality will need to be provided upon request to ensure you qualify for this position_

**About this role**
This position is an excellent opportunity to use your experience of program management or support, stakeholder engagement and policy development to support those living with a mental illness in NSW.

The Principal Policy Officer will be responsible for managing the development and evaluation of best practice policies, programs, projects, and activities for the Ministry of Health, public health organisations, and related government agencies to support the achievement of NSW Health’s objectives in relation to Aboriginal Mental Health, delivering outcomes for the NSW Aboriginal Mental Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2020 - 2025, Closing the Gap and Future Health Strategy.

**Crown Clerk 11/12**, salary from $134,411 - $155,445 p.a. (plus Super and annual leave loading)

For more information, read the full Role Description.

**Working at The Ministry of Health**
The Aboriginal Mental Health team, Community Partnerships, Mental Health Branch works in collaboration with other Units within the Branch, Branches across the Ministry, Local Health Districts, and other Government Agencies to provide policy advice to support the achievement of NSW Health’s mental health objectives. The team manages a busy and dynamic portfolio which is focused on supporting Aboriginal mental health services.

The Team is responsible for a diverse and interesting range of policy and program work, including:

- Leading the work to embed appropriate Aboriginal mental health policies and operations
- Working collaboratively across NSW Health and other government agencies to ensure NSW Health mental health services are delivering culturally safe supports for Aboriginal people
- Responding to various mental health-related reviews and inquiries.

The position is located in St Leonards, in a modern, purpose-built building within an activity-based working environment. Close to public transport, cafés and local amenities.

To learn more about working at the Ministry of Health, please visit our career portal.

**What you'll be doing**
The successful Principal Policy Officer will:

- Lead and manage staff undertaking policy development and evaluation activities and projects for the Ministry of Health.
- Research and evaluate Aboriginal mental health policies in order to assess and advise on their relevance and their potential impact on Ministry and Government objectives.
- Provide sound information and advice on current and emerging Aboriginal mental health policy issues.
- Represent NSW Health on internal and external committees working on Aboriginal Mental Health policy issues.

**How to apply**

**Closing Date: 11:59pm Tuesday 12 September 2023**

**Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion**
At the Ministry of Health we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

To be eligible for employment in these roles you must be an Australian citizen, or a permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.

**Additional information**
- This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
- This is an identified Aboriginal Position. Applicants must be of Aboriginal descent. Exemption is claimed under Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal applicants must demonstrate Aboriginality in addition to addressing the Selection Criteria.
- Please note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role
- As a provider of essential services across Australia, NSW Health plays a critical role in the community. It is our priority to ensure we provide our workforce and our community with a healthy and safe workplace environment. Considering the significant risks posed by COVID-19, the Ministry of Health expects all workers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, and you will be required to show proof of your COVID-19 vaccination status prior to securing this role._

**Applications Close: 11:59pm Tuesday

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