Principal Policy Officer, Purchasing

Expressions of interest are being sought from NSW Health staff wishing to apply to this four (4) month internal opportunity. In order to be eligible to apply for this role, you must be a permanent/ongoing employee or a temporary employee of NSW Health, including affiliated health organisations.

This is a secondment opportunity where you are required to have permission from your home agency to be released from your usual duties for the period.

• Temporary Full Time Employment
• 35 hour working week, in a hybrid working environment
• Join an organisation that is passionate about supporting our people to contribute to a world-class health system in NSW
• Your work will have a direct impact on the community, making a positive difference
• Conveniently located in St Leonards, close to public transport

About this role

The System Purchasing Branch is responsible for developing and operationalising the Purchasing Framework for NSW Health.

The Principal Policy Officer, Purchasing leads a team that is responsible for supporting the implementation of best practice policies, programs, projects, and activities for the Ministry of Health, public health organisations and related government agencies, and provide policy advice to support the achievement of NSW Health's objectives in relation to both health system purchasing and performance metrics. They additionally prepare high level reports, interpreting and summarising analyses and findings, while providing expert guidance and support to colleagues and stakeholders regarding system procurement and performance metrics.

Crown Clerk 11/12, salary from $149,749 - $173,174 plus Super and annual leave loading

For more information, read the full Role Description.

What you'll be doing

• Leading and managing staff undertaking policy development and evaluation activities and projects for the Ministry of Health and related government agencies addressing current and emerging health system purchasing policy issues.
• Provide sound information and advice on current and emerging health system purchasing policy issues to Senior Executives and key staff within the Ministry of Health, public health organisations and related government agencies to ensure issues are satisfactorily resolved or addressed.
• Provide advice to support managers to consistently interpret health system purchasing policies and practices.
• Plan, manage and monitor projects assigned to the team to ensure project outcomes and/or expectations are achieved.

About you

We are seeking motivated and committed individuals with:

• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of policies and legislation impacting on health system purchasing and performance.
• Demonstrated skills and substantial experience in undertaking all stages of the policy cycle and provision of policy advice in a complex and multi-disciplinary environment.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic and innovative project management and an excellent understanding of project methodologies, processes, and procedures.
• Ability to analyse and use data to inform policy development and decision making.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and an ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
• A growth mindset, and commitment to continuous learning, personal development, and process improvement

How to apply

All applicants must review the role description and apply by submitting an up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and cover letter (1-2 pages) AND address the following two target questions (max 500 words per question):

• Describe your experience of policy development, including any experience you have of working with using health or finance data to inform policy decisions.
• Outline your approach to project management for projects you have managed, how do you ensure stakeholders are engaged in the project management process?

Closing Date: Sunday 31 August 2025

Additional information

• This is a NSW Health internal EOI and decisions will be made upon review of all submissions. Offers for this position are dependent on capacity to release the applicants from their current position/role. Please note the selection process will include an informal interview and work sample only to determine your suitability.
• You can only be employed for a total period of up to 12 months via this expression of interest
• For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal

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.

For role related queries or questions contact Annette Marley on and quote REQ

If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, contact Frankie De Luca on

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.

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply please visit The Stepping Up Initiative.

Applications Close: Sunday 31 August 2025