Policy Officer

Join our **_supportive and collaborative Workplace Relations Policy team_** at Ministry of Health for an exciting **_ongoing _**opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.

**About us**
- Robust commitment to growth and development, providing the resources and opportunities you need to excel in your career.
- Committed to fostering diverse and inclusive workplace for all.
- While regular office presence is essential, we offer flexible work arrangements to support your needs.
- Build your career in **Workplace Relations policy development and advice.**

To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.

**About the role**
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we’re enhancing health and wellness while developing your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Join a friendly and supportive team in the Ministry of Health providing accurate and timely employment policy advice across NSW Health.

This is your chance to build your career in workplace relations and enhance your experience in providing system wide employment related policy and project work.

You'll be joining the largest public health system in Australia and contributing to the world-class NSW Health Service.

Crown Clerk 7/8, starting salary from **$113,574 to $125,720** plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week, work location - 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards

For more information about this exciting opportunity, please read the full Role Description.

**What you'll be doing**
- Build, maintain relationships and communicate with key stakeholders in the Ministry, public health organisations and stakeholder representatives
- Coordinate working groups, committee meetings, and stakeholder consultations to support engagement as well as policy development and implementation
- Research, prepare and review policy advice to ensure alignment with legislation and policy directions
- Prepare a range of written correspondence such as reports, briefs, policy, and correspondence relating to employment matters

**About you**

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

- Skilled in analytical thinking, able to solve problems and provide advice on complex matters
- Ability to work effectively and collaborate within a high performing team
- Well-developed written communication skills and the ability to stay organised whilst responding to shifting priorities
- Appropriate tertiary qualifications and /or demonstrated relevant, equivalent professional experience

**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 (1-2 pages)**
- Describe your experience in assisting with the development of programs or policies, particularly those related to workplace or employment related matters.
- Describe your experience in providing written advice on policy or workplace solutions or employment-related matters to a range of internal and external 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: Thursday 17 July 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.

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.

**Applications Close: Thursday 17 July 2025