Senior Policy Analyst

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 45,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

NSW Health is seeking a Senior Policy Analyst to join the Environmental Health Regulation Unit. The role focuses on developing environmental health policy and regulation with flexible, high-impact work, addressing areas such as cooling water systems, skin penetration, deceased final arrangements, and anatomy facilities.

You will provide expert policy advice, influence other agencies, manage multiple projects to meet milestones, and critically appraise scientific evidence in a collaborative,

Qualifications

• Master of Public Health or related qualifications in environmental health, public health, and science.
• Extensive work and policy experience in public and environmental health, particularly regulatory development and implementation.
• Demonstrated ability to critically appraise scientific evidence.
• High-level interpersonal, negotiation and written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work independently and in a team.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Providing expert advice on environmental health policy and legislation.
• Working with and influencing other government agencies to deliver evidence-based legislation and policy.
• Managing several projects concurrently with varying timelines and workloads to meet deadlines and milestones.
• Reviewing and summarising evidence succinctly and with expertise.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation

Written and verbal communication

Stakeholder management

Teamwork

Education

Master of Public Health or related qualifications in environmental health/public health/science

Extensive work and policy experience in public/environmental health

Job description

Employment Type: Permanent Part-time

Position Classification: Health Manager Level 3

Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards NSW

Hours Per Week: 15.2 hours

Requisition ID: REQ677255

Closing Date: Monday, 12 October 2026 (11:59PM)

Join the Health Protection team at Ministry of Health for an exciting ongoing 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.
• We are committed to your growth and development, providing the resources and opportunities you need to excel in your career.
• Explore boundless potential in a dynamic environment.
• Join a passionate team dedicated to innovation and creativity.
• While regular office presence is essential, we offer flexible work arrangements to support your needs.
• Committed to fostering diverse and inclusive workplace for all.

Are you a skilled and experienced policy professional who enjoys contributing to enhancing health and wellness while developing your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia?

This is an excellent opportunity for a talented Senior Policy Analyst to join the Environmental Health Regulation Unit to play a key role in developing environmental health policy and regulation. The role provides a unique and flexible work workplace opportunity to apply your skills and experience in the diverse and interesting environmental health areas including cooling water systems, skin penetration, final arrangements of the deceased, and anatomy facilities.

• Providing expert advice on environmental health policy and legislation.
• Working with and influencing other government agencies to deliver evidence-based legislation and policy to address environmental health.
• Managing several projects concurrently with varying timelines and workloads and achieving project deadlines and program milestones, to the required standards and targets, within budget/allocations and with limited staff support.
• Reviewing and summarising evidence succinctly and with expertise.

About you

We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:

• Master of Public Health or other relevant qualifications in environmental health, public health, and science.
• Extensive work and policy experience in public and environmental health particularly in relation to regulatory development and implementation.
• Demonstrated ability to critically appraise scientific evidence.
• High-level interpersonal, negotiation and written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
• The ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
• The ability to work in a small dynamic team environment.

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

Closing Date: Monday, 12 October 2026 (11:59PM)

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

Applications Close: Monday, 12 October 2026 (11:59PM)

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