ASO7 Principal Policy Officer, Intergovernment Relations

SA Health; Adelaide; On-site; AUD 116,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

SA Health is seeking a Principal Policy Officer to provide advanced policy analysis and strategic advice on intergovernmental relations and policy issues. The role involves negotiating policy and financial arrangements with the Commonwealth and shaping strategies aligned with department priorities.

The position supports inclusive workplace practices, flexible working arrangements, and requires a National Police Certificate and immunisation compliant in the workplace.

Qualifications

• Advanced policy analysis
• Strategic policy advice and guidance
• Experience with intergovernmental relations and negotiations

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced policy analysis and strategic advice on SA Health's intergovernment agreements and other policy issues
• Contribute to policy negotiations with the Commonwealth and advise on financial arrangements
• Guide development of strategies that support department priorities and resource deployment
• Support inclusive workplace practices and flexible working arrangements as promoted by SA Health

Skills

Policy analysis

Strategic advice

Intergovernment relations

Job description

Department for Health and Wellbeing–Strategy & Governance–Strategy and Intergovernment Relations Salary: $116,089 to $125,490– ASO7– Full Time / Term Contract up to 12 Months

Overview: The Principal Policy Officer: is responsible for the provision of advanced policy analysis and strategic advice in relation to SA Health's intergovernment agreements and other intergovernment policy issues, which will include contributing to the negotiation of policy and associated financial arrangements with the Commonwealth. will guide the development of strategies that support the strategic and policy priorities of the department. These activities will effectively impact the deployment of resources by the department, thereby contributing to the health and wellbeing of the community and achievement of sustainable, quality community living standards. SA Health is committed to providing an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity and inclusion for all employees. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, members of the LGBTIQA+SB community and people who live with disability and/or neurodivergence. We are committed to making workplace adjustments to provide a positive and supportive work environment. You are encouraged to let us know if have any support or access requirements during the recruitment process and beyond to ensure you can perform at your best. The South Australian Public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements. Job ref: 954415 Criminal History Screening Requirement A ‘National Police Certificate’ NPC (also known as a ‘Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check’ NCCHC) for employment involving no contact with vulnerable groups is required for this position (general employment) Immunisation Risk for this position is Category C (minimal patient contact ) SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace. Enquiries Caz Guterres Executive Director Strategy and IGR Phone: [phone] E-mail: [emailprotected] Application Closing Date Sunday, 8November2026–11:55PM

Attachments

• 954415 - Principal Policy Officer - Intergovernment Relations - Role Description .pdf
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