Senior Policy Officer

Health System Sustainability; Sydney; Hybride; AUD 133 000 - 147 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

NSW Health in St Leonards, NSW, is seeking a Senior Policy Officer to join the Healthy Families and Communities Branch on a full-time temporary basis (up to 11 months). The role is based at 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards NSW, offering a hybrid working environment and a 35-hour week, Crown Clerk Grade 9/10 with salary from 133,348 to 146,945 AUD per year.

You will manage and coordinate projects, briefings and ministerial work to support branch objectives, and collaborate with the Principal Advisor.

Qualifications

• Experience in government and ministerial services.
• Professional experience in health and social policy.
• Ability to work with diverse stakeholders to deliver complex policy programs.

Responsabilités

• Manage and coordinate projects, briefings, ministerial work and approvals.
• Collaborate with the Principal Advisor within the branch.
• Support design of violence, abuse and neglect services and clinical pathways.

Connaissances

Policy experience

Government processes

Stakeholder management

Formation

Relevant tertiary qualification

Description du poste

Senior Policy Officer, Healthy Families and Communities Branch

• Full Time, Temporary (up to 11 months)
• 35 hour working week, in a hybrid working environment
• Crown Clerk Grade 9/10
• Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards NSW

The Ministry of Health is dedicated to delivering high-quality services and improving the health outcomes of the people in New South Wales. We value collaboration, innovation and excellence, as we strive to create an environment where employees can thrive and make a real difference.

About this role

You'll be joining the largest public health system in Australia and contribute to a world-class health system in NSW.

This is an exciting temporary employment opportunity and be part of the team committed to improving the safety, health and wellbeing of mothers and children in NSW. This role will be within the Business, Monitoring and Evaluation Unit of the Healthy Families and Communities Branch but there may be other temporary roles available across the Prevention and Response to Violence Abuse and Neglect (PARVAN) Unit.

Crown Clerk 9/10, salary from $133,348 - $146,945 p.a. (plus Super and annual leave loading)

For more information, read the full Role Description .

What you’ll be doing

Managing and coordinating projects, briefings, ministerial, workflow and approvals to support the achievement of organisational objectives of the Healthy Families and Communities Branch within the Ministry of Health.

The position will work closely with the Principal Advisor, Healthy Families and Communities.

There may be opportunities from this recruitment to work in the Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) Team. This would include a diverse and interesting range of policy, program and project work including participating in the design of new violence, abuse and neglect services and clinical pathways;overseeing key identification, prevention and response programs;providing advice and support to NSW Health Violence, Abuse and Neglect Services, interagency partners, and public health organisations, and working with ministerial and parliamentary teams.

About you

We are seeking motivated and committed individuals with experience working in Government and understanding Executive and Ministerial services and other Government processes.

Dominstrated relevant, professional experience in the area of health and social policy and/or relvant tertiary qualification.

Substantial experience working in government and understanding government processes including the drafting of ministerials, briefings and media, procuremtn, contract management.

Demonstrated ability to work with diverse stakeholders to deliver on complex policy and program/project areas.

For role related queries or questions contact Nguyet de Mello, [e-mail] and quote REQ692123. If we can make some adjustments to the recruitment/interview process, then please contact Lisa Byrne on [e-mail]

Closing Date: 11:59 pm Sunday 22 November 202

What we offer

The Ministry of Health offers its employees a range of benefits and opportunities to help you succeed in your role, with opportunities for career progression, learning, development and work-life balance. You will have access to support networks, employee assistance programs, and flexible work arrangements. To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.

Working at The Ministry of Health

The position is located in St Leonards, in a modern, purpose-built building within an activity-based working environment. Close to public transport, cafés and local amenities.

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Ministry of Health is an equal opportunity employer. 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

Join our team and be a part of shaping the future of Health in New South Wales.

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 the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role

Applications Close: 11:59 pm Sunday 22 November 202