Principal Policy Analyst (545136)

Department of Health; Hobart; On-site; AUD 132,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Leave entitlements

Fitness Passport

Job summary

The Department of Health Tasmania is seeking a Principal Policy Analyst to provide policy advice to support the development of whole-of-government initiatives, policy and disability programs at state and national levels, including interface with the National Disability Insurance Scheme.

You will need high-level knowledge in policy analysis, policy development, strategic planning and project management within a complex environment, with strong leadership and stakeholder management skills to

Qualifications

• Demonstrated high-level knowledge and experience in policy analysis and policy development.
• Experience in strategic planning and managing complex and diverse projects.
• Ability to manage pressure, balance competing interests and adapt to change.

Responsibilities

• Provide policy advice to support the development of whole-of-government initiatives and disability programs at state and national levels.
• Develop and implement new Australian Government policy directions, reforms and programs, including interface with the National Disability Insurance Scheme.
• Collaborate with multiple stakeholders to support service delivery outcomes.

Skills

Policy analysis

Policy development

Strategic planning

Project management

Leadership

Stakeholder management

Job description

The Team

The Community Services Support team in System Management and Reform is responsible for overseeing national and state priorities and initiatives, commissioning, funding and planning to implement whole‑of‑government system projects and reform in disability services and reform, aging and older Tasmanians policy and programs and family violence services. The Disability Services and Reform team is responsible for overseeing national and state priorities and initiatives, commissioning, funding and planning to implement whole‑of‑government system projects and reform in disability services

The Role

The Principal Policy Analyst provides policy advice to support the effective and efficient development of whole‑of‑government initiatives, policy and disability programs at state and national levels, including the development and implementation of new Australian Government policy directions, reforms and programs, including the interface with the National Disability Insurance Scheme.

You will need:

• Demonstrated high‑level knowledge and experience in policy analysis, policy development, strategic planning and project management within a complex environment.
• Demonstrated high level project management and leadership skills, including experience in formulating and managing complex and diverse projects, including determining milestones and objectives, and providing solutions and recommendations that support service delivery outcomes.
• Proven experience in providing a high level of initiative, adaptability and flexibility, together with the ability to deal with pressure, balance competing interests and stakeholder views, and positively manage change and adapt to new situations.

Why Tasmania

The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites. Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.

Details of appointment

Permanent full time, day worker shift worker position, working 76 hours 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 $132,460 to $139,392 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025

Our Employer

• Professional development and accelerated pathways.
• 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 $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

Statement of Duties:

• 545136 Principal Policy Analyst B7 (Sep 2026) .docx

Application Guide:

• Applicant Guide.docx

Contact Information

Name: Ingrid Ganley

Position: Director Disability Services and Reform

Email address: [e-mail]

What it is like working at the Department of Health?

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania! Move to Tasmania | Tasmanian One Health Podcast - Spotify One Health Podcast - Apple Tasmanian Health Careers | Tasmanian Department of Health has achieved the Carer Accredited Employer Status providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023). Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.