Principal Planning and Policy Officer

**Role Title**:**_Principal Planning and Policy Officer (Role Number: 786345)_**

Join our **_Strategic Capital Planning Unit _**at Ministry of Health for an exciting **_ongoing employment _**opportunity and be part of the team enriching health services.

**Working at the Ministry**

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- Our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment are more than just words - they're the guiding principles that shape every aspect of our work.
- Embrace a healthy work-life balance with our flexible/hybrid working hours.
- Committed to fostering diverse and inclusive workplace for all.

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**About Us**

You'll be joining the largest public health system in Australia and contribute to a world-class health system in NSW.

The Strategic Capital Planning and Asset Management Branch is part of the newly established Infrastructure and Asset Management Division supporting capital planning, infrastructure delivery, and strategic asset management across NSW.

The Strategic Capital Planning Unit’s key function is to lead and support the process of capital planning and investment for the future.

**About this role**

This is a great opportunity to join the Strategic Capital Planning Unit of the Strategic Capital Planning and Asset Management Branch of the NSW Ministry of Health where you can influence key areas of planning for the NSW Health system.

You will gain exposure to the process NSW Health undertakes to determine how capital projects are planned, prioritised, determined, constructed and commissioned. This is an opportunity to develop your skills in health service planning and development and understanding of capital planning processes.

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.

**Crown Clerk 11/12,** starting salary from $145,378 - $168,130 plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week.

Please view full role description here.

Workplace adjustments are available to support people with disability and/or medical conditions.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please see below requirements, and refer to the full Role Description for more information.

**What you'll be doing**
- The Principal Planning and Policy Officer provides high-level advice on the strategic and policy related issues in relation to capital planning.
- Liaising with Local Health Districts and Specialty Health Networks, other Branches within the Ministry, NSW Treasury and other Government organisations are key elements of the role.
- Strong liaison with internal entities such as Health Infrastructure, and Finance Branch.
- Update complex policy directives and strategic plans that involve multiple stakeholders.
- Prepare high quality written reports, briefs, correspondence, and cabinet documents to inform or respond to agency or Government requests.

**About you**

We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:

- The ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
- A growth mindset, and commitment to continuous learning and personal development.
- The ability to work in a small dynamic team environment.
- Strong analytical skills, with extensive policy experience and excellent communication skills.

**How to apply**

At The Ministry of Health, we want you to make the most of the opportunities you’ll get to grow your skills and your career, surrounded by authentic, smart people and leaders.

Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and cover letter (1-2 pages) AND Demonstrate your ability by attaching a response to the two target questions below.

**Target Questions (1 page)**
- Outline a complex policy or strategy that you delivered and describe how you engaged with various stakeholders.

Use the link below to access our Capability Application tool, designed to help you excel in the recruitment process. Practice your responses with the example questions provided to effectively highlight your achievements and the strategies you used to accomplish them.

**Closing Date: 11:59pm, Wednesday 5 March, 2025**

**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.

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