Program Officer

Join our **_Climate Risk and Net Zero Unit_** at Ministry of Health for an exciting **_full time temporary (up to 12 months)_** opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.

**About us**
- Embrace a healthy work-life balance with our flexible/hybrid working hours.
- Conveniently located in St Leonards, close to public transport
- 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.

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

Are you passionate about environmental sustainability in healthcare? Work in a team that partners with NSW Health organisations to work towards NSW Government net zero targets.

**Where you'll be working**
The Climate Risk and Net Zero Unit, partners with NSW Health organisations and external stakeholders to embed environmental sustainability as a core dimension of healthcare. Administratively located in the Ministry of Health, we are dedicated to delivering high-quality services and improving the health outcomes of the people in New South Wales. We value collaboration, innovation and excellence, as we strive to create an environment where employees can thrive and make a real difference.

Crown Clerk 7/8, starting salary from $106,025 - $117,363 plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week.

For more information, please read the full Role Description

**What you'll be doing**
- Provide a range of administrative and support services to meet the business needs of the team.
- Assist in the preparation of high-quality written advice in the form of reports, briefs, policy, discussion papers or circulars to inform or respond to requests.
- Develop and implement fit-for-purpose stakeholder engagement and education strategies on environmentally sustainable, climate-resilient healthcare. Contribute to the development of environmental sustainability programs.
- Work with executives, managers and clinicians to assess current understanding of and engagement with sustainability and climate risk initiatives across NSW Health.

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

- Tertiary qualification or equivalent experience in healthcare, environmental sustainability, and/or risk management.
- Demonstrated experience in stakeholder engagement and/or educating on complex or sensitive topics in healthcare.
- Demonstrated knowledge, skills and/or experience in government administration processes, including developing meeting documentation and coordinating feedback across organisations.
- Demonstrated communication skills, including writing and reviewing correspondence, such as briefs, reports, presentations and proposals, and communicating complex and sensitive issues to stakeholders.

**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.

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: Tuesday 15 October 2024**

**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 a temporary role and there may be opportunities for ongoing employment at grade.
- Please note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.

**Applications Close: 11:59pm, Tuesday 15 October 2024