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Principal Policy Officer

2 months ago


St Leonards, Australia Ministry of Health Full time

Full Time Permanent opportunity
- 35 hour working week, in a hybrid working environment
- Conveniently located in St Leonards, close to public transport

Do you want to be part of a dynamic and forward thinking team? We are seeking an enthusiastic person with experience in policy research, development, review and evaluation with high level communications skills and attention to detail.

**What you'll be doing**
The Performance and Projects Team in the System Management Branch manages the NSW Health Performance Framework. It monitors performance of local health districts, specialty health networks and pillar organisations against annual service agreements, provides strategic advice on issues and obstacles that may adversely impact on health system performance and identifies performance issues.

The Principal Policy Officer - Performance and Projects will provide leadership in the development and evaluation of best practice policies, programs, projects, and activities for the Ministry of Health, public health organisations, and related government agencies. You will support the achievement of NSW Health’s objectives undertaken by System Management Branch relating to health system management.

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

For more information, read the full Position Description

**Where you'll be working**
You will be working in the System Management Branch within the System Sustainability and Performance Division of the Ministry of Health, a diverse and dynamic team with broad ranging responsibilities. You will work in an agile way balancing working from home and time in the office with the team.

**About you**
We are seeking a motivated and committed individual with previous experience in policy development and evaluation activities. You have proven ability to build and maintain collaborative relationships with key staff in public health organisations and stakeholder representatives to maintain knowledge of health system management issues and discuss and process matters that have Statewide consequences.
We are looking for someone who has:

- previous experience in planning, managing and monitoring projects assigned to the team to ensure project outcomes and/or expectations are achieved
- demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders
- excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- the ability to work in a small dynamic team environment.

**How to apply**
- Please provide details of a major project or policy that you were responsible for developing and/or implementing, including key aspects that you considered were critical to its success. What challenges did you face and how did you manage them?

**Closing Date: Tuesday 11 April 2023**

**Working at The Ministry of Health**
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.

**Benefits**
The Ministry of Health offers its employees challenging and rewarding work with opportunities for career progression, learning, development and work-life balance. To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.

**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.
- 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 11 April 2023


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