Manager, Strategic Policy and Program Support

Health System Support Group; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 154,000 - 183,000; Full time

Job summary

Ministry of Health NSW seeks a Manager, Strategic Policy and Program Support to lead a team in the design, development, implementation and evaluation of policies and programs for communicable diseases.

You will provide expert policy guidance, build partnerships with Local Health Districts and government partners, and represent NSW Health in policy discussions at various levels.

Qualifications

• Postgraduate qualification in public health or related discipline, and/or equivalent experience.
• Capacity to lead and engender enthusiasm in a multi-disciplinary team, to delegate effectively and to contribute to the success of others.
• Excellent leadership and negotiation skills with demonstrated experience of working effectively with internal and external stakeholders to achieve outcomes.
• Ability to self-direct, work under pressure and deliver products within agreed timeframes.
• Experience in developing and implementing policies, guidelines, clinical practices and procedures for communicable disease control, and applying appropriate evaluation methods.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert policy and strategic advice on issues relating to communicable disease prevention, investigation, management and control.
• Develop relationships and partnerships, and collaborate and consult with key stakeholders, including with Local Health Districts, NSW Government partners, other Australian jurisdictional agencies, and non- government and community-based organisations.
• Develop and revise communicable disease management policies and program resources in consultation with stakeholders and in line with the latest best practice evidence.
• Represent the NSW Health position on communicable diseases at Commonwealth and State levels with government departments, non-government organisations, industry, health professionals and the community, and development of policy responses for these forums.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation

Project management

Time management

Education

Postgraduate qualification in public health

Job description

Role Title: Manager, Strategic Policy and Program Support
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to Oct 2027)
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 4
Remuneration: $153,559-$182,954, plus Superannuation
Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards NSW
Hours Per Week: 38 hours
Requisition ID: REQ684546
Closing Date: Tuesday 27 October 2026, 11:59pm

Join the Strategic Policy and Program Support team in the Communicable Diseases Branch, Health Protection NSW for an exciting opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.

About us

• Our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment are more than just words – they are the guiding principles that shape every aspect of our work.
• While regular office presence is essential, we offer flexible work arrangements to support your needs.
• Committed to fostering diverse and inclusive workplace for all.

To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.

About the role

With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions myriad of ways we are enhancing health and wellness while developing your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

As Manager, Strategic Policy and Program Support in the Communicable Diseases Branch, Health Protection NSW, you will lead a team of public health professionals in the design, development, implementation and evaluation of policies and programs for the prevention, surveillance, investigation and control of communicable diseases and incidents in NSW.

For more information, please read the full Role Description.

What you will be doing

• Provide expert policy and strategic advice on issues relating to, but not limited to, communicable disease prevention, investigation, management and control.
• Develop relationships and partnerships, and collaborate and consult with key stakeholders, including with Local Health Districts, NSW Government partners, other Australian jurisdictional agencies, and non- government and community-based organisations.
• Develop and revise communicable disease management policies and program resources in consultation with stakeholders and in line with the latest best practice evidence.
• Represent the NSW Health position on communicable diseases at Commonwealth and State levels with government departments, non-government organisations, industry, health professionals and the community, and development of policy responses for these forums.

About you

• Postgraduate qualifications in public health or related discipline, and/or equivalent experience.
• Capacity to lead and engender enthusiasm in a multi-disciplinary team, to delegate effectively and to contribute to the success of others.
• Excellent leadership and negotiation skills with demonstrated experience of working effectively with internal and external stakeholders to achieve outcomes.
• Ability to self-direct, work under pressure and deliver products within agreed timeframes.
• Experience in developing and implementing policies, guidelines, clinical practices and procedures for communicable disease control, and applying appropriate evaluation methods.

For role related queries or questions contact Christine Selvey (hiring manager) on [e-mail] and quote REQ684546

As an organisation we are committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Karen Kennedy on [e-mail]

For more information about adjustments for individual needs, please visit the Adjustments for individual needs | I Work For NSW and Inclusive recruitment of people with disability | NSW Government

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. For more information, please visit Diversity Inclusion Belonging

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 our career portal.
• Please note that the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.