Policy And Executive Support Officer

Policy and Executive Support Officer (524854)
Department of Health
Clin Quality, Rgltn & Acred
CQRA - Allied Health Strategy & Policy
Applications must be submitted by Saturday 13 September, 2025 11:55 PM
Saturday 13 September, 2025 11:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:
Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 4
$81,915 to $94,263 pro rata, per annum
Employment type:
Full Time
Region:
South
Location:
Allied Health Strategy and Policy is a small, high performing team in the Department of Health, Tasmania. We provide high-level policy advice and lead strategic allied health workforce projects and initiatives aligned to the Department of Health Strategic Priorities.
The Team:
Allied Health Strategy and Policy is a small, high performing team in the Department of Health, Tasmania. We provide high-level policy advice and lead strategic allied health workforce projects and initiatives aligned to the Department of Health Strategic Priorities.
The Role:
The Policy and Executive Support Officer is an integral member of the Allied Health Strategy and Policy team. The Policy and Executive Support Officer
Works under direction within the Allied Health Strategy and Policy team and will play a key role in coordinating the timely preparation and provision of high-quality briefings and reports for the Secretary and Ministers regarding allied health professional policy, workforce, legislative, regulatory, and clinical governance issues.
Provide project support to the Allied Health Strategy and Policy team through the administration and coordination of several concurrent project activities associated with planning, monitoring, research, collation of information and preparation of reports.
Provide executive support to the Chief Allied Health Officer and Deputy Chief Allied Health Advisor and general administrative support to the Allied Health Strategy and Policy team including secretariat support for committees.
You will need to have:
Experience providing policy and executive support in a demanding environment and demonstrate effective output management and coordination skills
Knowledge and understanding of project management principles
Sound written and oral communication skills
Capacity to provide secretarial and administrative support
Critical thinking, research and analytical skills
Experience using various IT systems and software and ability to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of appointment:
Permanent full time, day worker position, working 76hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible .
*notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary:
$81,915 to $94,263 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
Salary range is in accordance withPublic Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022.
Benefits available to eligible candidates:
A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
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You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
*Applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role
For more information:
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
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Saturday 13 September, 2025 11:55 PM AEST
Agency:
Department of Health
Award:
Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 4
$81,915 to $94,263 pro rata, per annum
Employment type:
Full Time
Region:
South
Location:
Allied Health Strategy and Policy is a small, high performing team in the Department of Health, Tasmania. We provide high-level policy advice and lead strategic allied health workforce projects and initiatives aligned to the Department of Health Strategic Priorities.
Saturday 13 September, 2025 11:55 PM AEST
Agency:
Department of Health
Award:
Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 4
$81,915 to $94,263 pro rata, per annum
Employment type:
Full Time
Region:
South
Location:
Allied Health Strategy and Policy is a small, high performing team in the Department of Health, Tasmania. We provide high-level policy advice and lead strategic allied health workforce projects and initiatives aligned to the Department of Health Strategic Priorities.
Review the Statement of Duties and consider if you meet the requirements.
Speak to the Contact Officer if you have any questions.
Submit your application including any additional documents as specified in each individual job vacancy notice.
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