Principal Policy Officer

1 month ago


St Leonards, Australia Ministry of Health Full time

**Principal Policy Officer**
- Employment Type: Temporary to 30 June 2025
- 35 hour working week, in a hybrid working environment

**About this role**
Are you passionate about promoting safety and improving outcomes for people affected by violence, abuse and neglect? Do you enjoy leading evidence-based approaches to policy and health service enhancements? Does your commitment to collaboration and sensitive stakeholder engagement drive your approach to leading and managing complex projects?

This is a unique opportunity to make a positive difference to the health and wellbeing of people in NSW in an innovative and dynamic policy environment. This includes implementing a significant reform agenda as part of the NSW Government’s response to the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse.

We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Principal Policy Officer to join the Program Delivery Office to work in this dynamic portfolio.

**Crown Clerk Grade 11/12**, salary from $139,787 - $161,663 p.a. (plus Super and annual leave loading)

For more information, read the full Role Description.

**Where you'll be working**
The Program Delivery Office in the Government Relations Branch is responsible for delivering key inter-governmental reform projects and cross-portfolio program commitments on behalf of the Ministry of Health. The unit is situated within Government Relations Branch, NSW Ministry of Health.

**What you’ll be doing**
Lead and manage a team of staff to deliver key inter-governmental reform projects and cross-portfolio program commitments on behalf of the Ministry of Health. This will include the design and implementation of evidence-based policy and strategy projects to prevent and respond to violence, abuse and neglect with a particular focus on services for children with problematic or harmful sexual behaviours.

**How to apply**

**Closing Date: 11:59pm Wednesday 29 May 2024**

**What we offer**
The Ministry of Health offers its employees a range of benefits and opportunities to help you succeed in your role, with opportunities for career progression, learning, development and work-life balance. You will have access to support networks, employee assistance programs, and flexible work arrangements. To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.

**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.

**Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion**
Ministry of Health is an equal opportunity employer. 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. Join our team and be a part of shaping the future of Health in New South Wales.

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
- 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 Wednesday 29 May 2024



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