Senior Policy Analyst (534383)

Tasmania Government; Hobart; On-site; AUD 112,000 - 127,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development and acceler­.

Leave entitlements including study and

Fitness Passport for facility access

Job summary

Tasmania Government's Department of Health is seeking a senior policy professional to lead the Older Tasmanians Action Plan 2025–2029, monitor ageing initiatives and provide expert policy advice to senior management and Ministers.

You will develop and evaluate programs, build partnerships with agencies and communities, and prepare high‑quality briefings and submissions to support service delivery and wellbeing for older Tasmanians.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated specialist knowledge and experience in public policy analysis, including development, monitoring and implementation in ageing and social care.
• Demonstrated high level program design, implementation and evaluation skills for complex projects.
• Ability to prepare high‑level documentation and liaise with internal and external stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation, monitoring and review of the Older Tasmanians Action Plan 2025–2029 and related strategies.
• Provide expert strategic policy advice to senior management, executives and Ministers.
• Develop, coordinate and evaluate programs and initiatives to promote positive ageing and social inclusion.
• Monitor emerging trends, legislation and reforms related to ageing, elder abuse prevention and wellbeing.
• Build and maintain partnerships with government agencies, community organisations and stakeholders.
• Oversee funded initiatives related to elder abuse prevention, ageism reduction and senior wellbeing programs.
• Develop performance, reporting and evaluation frameworks and prepare high‑quality reports and ministerial submissions.

Skills

Policy analysis

Program design

Stakeholder liaison

Job description

Technology, Medicine Full Time - Continuing

About Tasmania Government

About the Tasmanian State ServiceThe Tasmanian State Service (TSS)is the largest employer in Tasmania, with over 28,000 employees providing services to the Tasmanian community at all levels, and within more than 200...

System Management and Reform (SMR) is a division within the Department of Health. SMR performs the core system management functions of planning, purchasing and monitoring of health services on behalf of DoH . This is complemented by the provision of strategic policy and intergovernmental advice to the Minister for Health and Minister for Mental Health and Wellbeing to help ensure the interests of the DoH and broader Tasmania community are appropriately represented at state and national levels.

SMR also has responsibility for supporting our community and service sector and is responsible for the Family Violence Counselling and Support Service, supporting the Voluntary Assisted Dying Commission and undertaking a range of functions in the disability and ageing services sectors.

The Role

• Lead the implementation, monitoring and review of the Older Tasmanians Action Plan 2025–2029 and associated ageing and elder abuse prevention strategies that promote positive ageing, age‑friendly communities and the rights of older Tasmanians.
• Provide expert strategic policy advice to senior management, executives and Ministers on issues affecting older Tasmanians.
• Develop, coordinate and evaluate programs and initiatives that promote positive ageing, age‑friendly communities and social inclusion.
• Monitor emerging trends, legislation, reforms and evidence relating to ageing, elder abuse prevention, ageism, social inclusion, aged care, wellbeing and community participation.
• Build and maintain partnerships with government agencies, community organisations, advocacy groups and other stakeholders.
• Oversee funded initiatives related to: elder abuse prevention and awareness; ageism reduction initiatives; age‑friendly communities; intergenerational programs; digital literacy and inclusion; rights, self‑determination and advocacy and social participation and wellbeing programs.
• Develop performance, reporting and evaluation frameworks, and prepare high‑quality reports, briefings, submissions and ministerial correspondence.

You will need

• Demonstrated specialist knowledge and experience in public policy analysis, including the development, monitoring and implementation, strategic planning, research and policy related work within a dynamic multidisciplinary environment, especially in the areas of aging and the social cohesion of older persons.
• Demonstrated high level program design, implementation and evaluation skills, including the ability to formulate and manage complex and diverse projects, including determining milestones and objectives, providing options, solutions and recommendations that support service delivery outcomes and provide specialist authoritative advice in relation to activities.
• Demonstrated capacity to prepare documentation to a high level and provide accurate and well‑structured drafts of complex interpretive material and liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including the ability to represent the Department and to influence outcomes across a range of forums.

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 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 and part time vacancies.

$111,754 to $126,579 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with the Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award.

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• 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

For more information

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Megan Hickey
Position: Executive Director Community Services and Support
Phone: [phone]
E-mail: [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!

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.