Project Officer, Operations and Program Support Unit

Join our **_System Management Branch_** at Ministry of Health for an exciting **_permanent _**opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.

**About us**
- Explore boundless potential in a dynamic environment.
- Committed to fostering diverse and inclusive workplace for all.
- 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.

**About this 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. The Project Officer role in the Operations and Program Support team will;
- Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders across the NSW Health system.
- Manage own workload within agreed work and project plans.
- Prepare content of reports, submissions, policies, correspondence and briefs related to the NSW Health system with limited direction from the supervisor.
- Take ownership for work, being flexible and adaptable, and making suggestions for new policies, strategies or processes to improve Unit or Agency performance.

Crown Clerk 7/8, starting salary from $110,266 - $122,058 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**
- Coordinate and implement a range of projects and support the project lead/s in the delivery of organisational and/or business projects impacting the NSW Health system.
- Coordinate the work of a project team to complete tasks and implement project plans as required to ensure agreed outcomes are achieved.
- Regularly communicate with key stakeholders across the NSW Health system and coordinate working groups, committees and consultations to ensure project outcomes are met.
- Prepare and maintain project documentation and source and collate information for reporting, monitoring and evaluation purposes to contribute to achievement of the project outcomes.

**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.

**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)**
- In this role you will be required to prepare high level documents including briefings and reports. Please describe a time where you’ve demonstrated high-level written communication abilities.
- Describe a situation where you have had to analyse and interpret complex information, quickly evaluate impacts and determine potential actions.

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: Sunday 15 June 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: 11:59pm, Sunday 15 June 2025