Associate Director, Office of the Executive Director

Join our Workforce Planning and Talent Development Branch at Ministry of Health for an exciting temporary employment (up to June 2027) opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.

About us

• We offer robust development and growth support to all our employees, ensuring you have the resources and opportunities to thrive in your career.
• 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.
• Explore boundless potential in a dynamic environment.

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.

As Associate Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the direction and performance of the branch. This is a dynamic leadership role that combines strategic insight, operational oversight, and stakeholder engagement to deliver meaningful impact across the health system.

You will:

• Lead a team of six, ensuring the effective delivery of branch priorities across the health system.
• Provide trusted advice and high-level communications on behalf of the Executive Director.
• Act as the key executive contact, ensuring issues and requests are managed with accuracy, timeliness, and influence.
• Build strong partnerships across the Ministry and with external stakeholders to deliver workforce priorities.
• Oversee budgets, planning, and reporting, aligning branch activities with organisational goals.
• Anticipate risks and emerging issues, and develop strategies that support informed decision making and timely organisational responses.
• Demonstrate flexibility by contributing across both strategic and operational tasks.

Crown Clerk 11/12, starting salary from $149,739 - $173,174 plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week.

For more information, please read the full Role Description.

About you

We are seeking a motivated and forward-thinking leader who brings:

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline and/or equivalent experience, with a strong commitment to ongoing growth and professional development.
• Experience in government or the broader public sector, or an understanding of complex governance environments.
• The ability to work in a fast-paced environment and balance strategic priorities with day-to-day operations.
• Experience building trusted working with diverse stakeholders to achieve positive outcomes.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to guide, support, and collaborate across all levels of the organisation.

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 approach to leading a team and managing competing priorities to deliver outcomes under pressure?
• Describe a time you supported a senior executive to deliver strategic outcomes in a complex, fast-paced environment and outline the strategies you used?

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.

Capability application tool | NSW Public Service Commission

For role related queries or questions contact Nicola Clemens on and quote REQ

If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Frankie De Luca on

Closing Date: Wednesday 24 September 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.

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.

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.
• For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal
• Please note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.

Don't miss your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey Apply now

Applications Close: Wednesday 24 September 2025