Associate Director

**Associate Director, Closing the Gap, Centre for Aboriginal Health (Identified)**

Expressions of interest are invited from individuals who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander for a 12-month opportunity.
- Employment type: Full Time, Temporary Employment (up to 12 months)
- 35 hour working week, in a hybrid working environment
- Lead a new dynamic team, committed to growth and development
- Participate in purposeful work to transform Aboriginal health outcomes
- This is an Aboriginal Identified role where Aboriginal identity, cultural knowledge or connections are a genuine aspect of the role. Positions are specifically noted under the provisions of the NSW Anti-discrimination Act (1977)._

**About this role**
Reporting to the Director, Strategy, Reform and Transformation in the Centre for Aboriginal Health, the Associate Director role is responsible for managing a small dynamic new team to lead the implementation of the National Agreement of Closing the Gap for NSW Health.

The role will include coordinating activities and functions that contribute towards transforming Aboriginal health outcomes in line with the Closing the Gap, priority reform areas.

The Associate Director will work closely with internal and external stakeholders at the executive level across government and non-government agencies to deliver on NSW Health’s commitments under Closing the Gap.

Crown Clerk 11/12, starting salary from $139,787 - $161,663 p.a. (plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week)

For more information, read the full Role Description.

**What you'll be doing**
- Lead and manage staff undertaking policy development, projects and coordination functions related to Closing the Gap.
- Coordinate preparation of high-quality written reports, briefs and correspondence to inform or respond to Government requests.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders across government agencies including at the executive level.

**About you**
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals with:

- Demonstrated experience in engaging and motivating staff and develop capability and potential in others.
- Experience with preparation of documents relating to the responses to and analysis of policy matters and emerging high-profile matters.
- Skills in managing policy development, projects and coordination function.
- Demonstrated experience in exercising judgement in fast-paced, complex and sensitive environments.

**How to apply**

**Closing Date: 11:59pm Tuesday 12 November 2024**

**Additional information**
- This is a NSW Health EOI and decisions will be made upon review of all submissions. Please note the selection process will include an informal interview and work sample to determine your suitability.
- You can only be employed for a total period of up to 12 months via this expression of interest

**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.

**Applications Close: 11:59pm Tuesday 12 November 2024