Associate Director, Healthier Communities Programs & Operations (Health Manager Lvl 5) - Perm FT

South Western Sydney Local Health District; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 202,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

12% superannuation

Salary packaging

Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading

One extra day off each month

Job summary

South Western Sydney Local Health District invites applications for an Associate Director Healthier Communities Programs and Operations to lead governance, program delivery and operational systems across the district. You will drive strategic partnerships, oversee resource planning and performance, and guide a high‑performing team to deliver sustainable health outcomes for diverse communities.

This role offers district‑wide impact, flexible hours, and a clear path for strategic health leadership

Qualifications

• Describe a complex portfolio, program or operational function you have led. How did you strengthen governance, performance, resource management and delivery.
• Provide an example of how you have built partnerships across organisational or sector boundaries and translated those relationships into coordinated programs or measurable outcomes.
• Provide an example of where you have led organisational change to design and implement a new operating model. How did you translate the strategic intent into new structures, systems and ways of working, and how did you embed the change?

Responsibilities

• Shape systems, governance and ops infrastructure underpinning Healthier Communities programs across South Western Sydney.
• Lead governance, planning, performance management and resource stewardship for sustainable services.
• Foster partnerships with health system, government and community partners to deliver measurable outcomes.
• Direct a high‑performing team, translating strategy into coordinated programs and measurable results.

Job description

Requisition ID: REQ704808

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time . Temporary roles are available to visa holders, with contracts issued in accordance with visa conditions. Visa holders will be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.

Remuneration: Health Manager Level 5: $180,279.00 - $201,662.00 per annum+ 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging + Flexible Working (subject to approval)

Location: South Western Sydney Local Health District; role is district-wide, expectation for working across various sites; anchor site to be determined with preferred candidate

Applications close: 3:00pm on 20/11/26

Contact: Monika Kotrcova - EA Healthier Communities on [e-mail]

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

Achieve Something Great

As the Associate Director Healthier Communities Programs and Operations, you will play a pivotal leadership role in shaping the systems, governance and operational infrastructure that underpin the delivery of impactful Healthier Communities programs and services across South Western Sydney. This strategic position is responsible for driving program excellence through strong governance, business planning, performance management and resource stewardship, ensuring services are sustainable, responsive and aligned to organisational priorities.

Working collaboratively across the health system and with key community, government and non-government partners, you will foster strategic partnerships that advance shared objectives and improve health outcomes for diverse communities. Leading a high-performing team, you will translate strategic priorities into coordinated programs, innovative solutions and measurable outcomes, while strengthening accountability, continuous improvement and integrated approaches to population health and community wellbeing.

Are You the Right Fit?

The ideal candidate for the Associate Director Healthier Communities Programs and Operations is a strategic and highly capable operational leader with a proven ability to translate organisational priorities into effective programs, systems, governance frameworks and sustainable service delivery. You will bring a strong track record of leading complex portfolios, aligning operational performance with strategic objectives, and driving continuous improvement across diverse and dynamic environments.

You are a natural collaborator and partnership builder, skilled at working across organisational, government, community and sector boundaries to foster meaningful relationships and achieve shared outcomes. With strong operational and organisational acumen, you demonstrate sound judgement in managing resources, performance, risk and competing priorities, while maintaining a focus on quality, accountability and impact.

Most importantly, you are a pragmatic and solutions-focused leader who thrives in complexity, creates clarity and direction for others, and empowers teams and stakeholders to deliver innovative, coordinated and measurable outcomes that improve the health and wellbeing of communities.

Selection Criteria

To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.

• Describe a complex portfolio, program or operational function you have led. How did you strengthen governance, performance, resource management and delivery?
• Provide an example of how you have built partnerships across organisational or sector boundaries and translated those relationships into coordinated programs or measurable outcomes.
• Provide an example of where you have led organisational change to design and implement a new operating model. How did you translate the strategic intent into new structures, systems and ways of working, and how did you embed the change?

If you’d like more details, we’re here to help.

• Position Information
• Applicants will be assessed against the criteria in the Position Description.
• Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
• We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. If you require adjustments or assistance during the application process, please contact [e-mail]
• We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
• Aboriginal Workforce
• For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to our Aboriginal Workforce Team, please contact [e-mail]. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?

• Financial Perks
• 12% superannuation
• Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
• Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
• One extra day off each month for full-time employees
• Work-Life Balance
• Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
• Paid maternity and parental leave
• Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
• Grow Your Career
• Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
• Health & Wellbeing
• Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
• Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
• Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance

Additional Information

• Vaccination Requirements
• All staff must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting.
• Child Safe Employment
• South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
• Temporary Positions
• For fixed-term or temporary contracts, there may be opportunities for ongoing permanent employment, subject to policy and organisational requirements.