Senior Program Manager

NSW Health; St Leonards; Hybrid; AUD 154,000 - 183,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Monthly ADO

Flexible hybrid working

Comprehensive leave entitlements

Fitness facility discounts

Professional development

Job summary

NSW Health's Health Education and Training Institute (HETI) invites applications for a Senior Program Manager, Education Strategy in the Leadership Management Development & Educational Design portfolio. You will lead a team designing statewide clinical education programs for NSW healthcare professionals and provide curriculum guidance to Local Health Districts.

This permanent role supports flexible/hybrid working arrangements with 38 hours weekly, requires full working rights in Australia, and

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in designing, developing, implementing and evaluating statewide clinical education programs and resources for healthcare professionals.
• Provide leadership and expertise in curriculum and program design and development, as well as education and training advice to Local Health Districts, Ministry of Health and pillar agencies.
• Oversee planning, coordination and management of strategic education projects and initiatives to achieve deliverables and support NSW Health Strategic Plans.

Job description

Employment Type: Health Manager Level 4 - Permanent
Remuneration: $153,559.00 - $182,954.00 per annum, plus 12% superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Additional Benefits: Competitive remuneration, a monthly ADO (for full-time staff), a range of flexible working options including hybrid working, as well as comprehensive leave entitlements.
Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards

Applications Close: 11:59 pm Friday, 23 October, 2026

HETI is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply!

The Health Education and Training Institute (HETI) is a leading provider of high-quality training and education to support more than 140,000 clinical and non-clinical staff, trainers, managers and leaders across the NSW health system.

HETI offers competitive remuneration (base salary plus super and leave loading), a monthly ADO (for full-time staff), a range of flexible working options including hybrid working (all staff are required to attend the office weekly), as well as comprehensive leave entitlements and discounted access to fitness facilities. Professional development is well embedded in our organisation and staff are encouraged to continue their studies and take opportunities for furthering their careers.

About the Opportunity

Are you a senior Nurse Educator with expertise in leading teams, looking to advance your career and develop statewide clinical education?

An exciting opportunity exists for an experienced nurse with expertise in education and training to join the Health Education and Training Institute (HETI) as a Senior Program Manager, Education Strategy, in the Leadership Management Development & Educational Design (LMDED) Portfolio.

This position leads a team in designing, developing, implementing, and evaluating statewide contemporary clinical education programs and resources for healthcare professionals. You will provide leadership and expertise in curriculum and program design and development, as well as education and training advice to Local Health Districts/Specialty Health Networks, Ministry of Health and pillar agencies.

In collaboration with the Associate Director, you will lead the planning, coordination and management of strategic education projects and initiatives. This includes overseeing the development and implementation a range of initiatives including large and complex projects, to achieve key deliverables and contribute to HETI and NSW Health Strategic Plans.

If you are a Registered Nurse with extensive education experience and this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you.

• The Health Education and Training Institute assesses candidates in line with the NSW Public Sector Capability Framework, which describes the capabilities and behaviours required for roles across the NSW public sector. The specific capabilities for this role are outlined in the Position Description. Learn more: https://www.nsw.gov.au/nsw-government/public-sector-capability-framework
• NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs.
• This is a permanent position and requires full working rights in Australia (e.g. Australian citizenship/ permanent resident). If you currently hold a temporary visa that allows you to live and work in Australia, you may be eligible for employment opportunities in line with the conditions of your visa.

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.