NCIRS Program Manager, Program Management

Southern NSW Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 138,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work opportunities

Salary packaging

Meal entertainment benefits

Accrued days off

Fitness passport

Employee assistance program

Job summary

The Sydney Children's Hospitals Network (SCHN) seeks an NCIRS Program Manager, Program Management to lead the operational and leadership responsibilities for the NCIRS contract. You will oversee performance against obligations, coordinate with stream leads and researchers, and ensure compliance with funding agreements, while delivering high-quality outputs across health research and public health programs.

Based at Westmead, this temporary full-time role supports SCHN's mission to advance

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualifications in a health-related discipline with postgraduate qualifications and substantial management experience within health/public sector.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex programmes of work and multiple projects in a dynamic environment.
• Strong analytical, planning and problem-solving skills for evidence-based decision making.
• Ability to build and maintain productive relationships with senior health professionals and stakeholders.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for reports, briefings and presentations.
• Knowledge of research policy environments, knowledge translation and monitoring frameworks.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project/information management tools to support delivery.
• Commitment to quality and patient safety in clinical research.

Responsibilities

• Lead operational management of the NCIRS funded contract and ensure timely delivery of outputs.
• Monitor performance against contractual obligations and ensure compliance with funding agreements.
• Collaborate with stream leads, researchers and stakeholders to optimise operational effectiveness and governance.
• Support organisational planning and continuous improvement across assigned streams.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Project coordination

Health sector experience

Education

Postgraduate qualifications in health or related discipline

Tertiary qualifications in a health-related discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Project management systems

Information management systems

Job description

NCIRS Program Manager, Program Management

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until 30 June 2029
Position Classification: Health Mgr Lvl 3
Remuneration: 137525 - 156231 full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ694190
Location: Westmead
Applications Close: Midnight on 12 October 2026
For role related queries or questions contact Elizabeth Wareham on [e-mail]

As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.

What you'll be doing

The National Centre for Immunisation Research and Surveillance of Vaccine Preventable Diseases (NCIRS) is the leading research organisation in Australia that provides objective expert advice on all aspects of vaccine-preventable diseases (VPDs), vaccines, and other issues related to immunisation, to inform policy and planning for immunisation services in Australia and to support the control of VPDs across the whole life-course. NCIRS also has a growing Global Health program that works to support countries, particularly those in the Asia-Pacific region, on their immunisation system strengthening efforts. This work is funded through agreements with the Australian and New South Wales governments, including the Australian Centre for Disease Control, as well as other funding agencies.

The Program Manager, Program Management is responsible for the operational and leadership and management of the awarded contract of funding for NCIRS. The role is accountable for supporting the timely delivery of high-quality outputs, monitoring performance against contractual obligations, and ensuring compliance with funding agreements with the Australian Government Department of Health and Aged Care, Australian Centre for Disease Control, the NSW Ministry of Health or other NCIRS work contracts.

Working in a complex research and public health environment, the position applies extensive knowledge of health research, and sound knowledge translation and program operations to support effective planning, resource coordination and service delivery across the two streams. The role works collaboratively with stream leads, researchers and internal and external stakeholders to optimise operational performance, strengthen partnerships and ensure programs are responsive to organisational priorities, contractual commitments and emerging public health needs.

The Program Manager, Program Management contribute to organisational planning and continuous improvement by supporting effective governance, operational risk management and performance monitoring across the assigned streams. The role exercises independent judgement in resolving operational issues, coordinating competing priorities and implementing improvements that enhance service delivery and organisational effectiveness.

The primary purpose of this role is to contribute to the delivery of high-quality research and operational support activities within the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network (SCHN), ensuring excellence in research administration, program coordination and stakeholder engagement.

Additional Benefits (where applicable): Flexible work opportunities, Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits, accrued days off (ADOs), fitness passport, employee assistance program (EAP)

Additional Information:

SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.

Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.

Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.

An Eligibility List may be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN's Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at [e-mail]

For technical support please contact 1300 679 367

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.

• Tertiary qualifications in a health-related discipline, with postgraduate qualifications and substantial management experience within health, public sector, research and/or academic environments.
• Demonstrated experience leading complex programmes of work, managing multiple concurrent projects, priorities and deliverables within a dynamic environment.
• Highly developed analytical, planning and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate information, identify priorities and support evidence-based decision-making
• Proven ability to build, influence and maintain productive relationships with senior health professionals, academics, government representatives and other key stakeholders.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to develop high-quality reports, presentations and briefings, and communicate complex information effectively to diverse audiences.
• Sound understanding of research and policy environments, including knowledge translation, monitoring and evaluation frameworks, and the management of scientific and programme information systems.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and experience using project management, information management and bibliographic database systems to support program delivery and reporting.
• Demonstrate a culture of quality and patient safety in clinical research.