Senior Project Officer

Ministry of Health; St Leonards; On-site; AUD 133,000 - 147,000; Full time

Job summary

The Ministry of Health in NSW is seeking a Senior Project Officer to lead policy development, governance and human capital management system improvements across health agencies. You will work with senior leaders to identify requirements, manage risks and drive programs that strengthen workforce policy and attraction, recruitment and retention across NSW Health.

You will contribute to governance frameworks, publish clear advice and collaborate with public health organisations to ensure alignment

Qualifications

• Experience implementing Human Capital Management systems in a complex, multidisciplinary environment.
• Translate policy and business requirements into effective technology solutions.
• Strong project management, planning, risk management and stakeholder engagement.
• Advanced written and verbal communication for diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to HCM system improvements through governance, requirements gathering, design, testing and evaluation.
• Support governance by assessing changes, preparing advice, and enabling informed decisions.
• Manage policy and program development, reviews and evaluations for attraction, recruitment and retention.
• Prepare reports, briefs, policies and strategic advice for senior leaders.
• Engage public health organisations and government agencies to support governance and implementation.
• Lead research, impact assessment and cost-benefit analysis to inform policy and system decisions.

Job description

Employment Type: Full Time Ongoing/Permanent Position Classification: Crown Clerk Grade 9/10 Remuneration: $133,348- $146,945 plus superannuation Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards NSW Hours Per Week: 35 hours Requisition ID: REQ699084 Closing Date: 11 November 2026 Join the Ministry of Health and help shape workforce systems and policy that support better health outcomes across NSW. This opportunity sits within Workforce Planning & Talent Development and combines project delivery, policy expertise and human capital management system improvement.

About us

• Our core values of collaboration, openness, respect and empowerment are more than just words. They guide how we work, make decisions and partner across the NSW Health system.
• While regular office presence is essential, we offer flexible work arrangements to support your needs.
• We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace for all.

To learn more about the Ministry and the benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.

About the role

As Senior Project Officer, you will support the development and implementation of best-practice workforce policy, governance frameworks, programs and projects across the Ministry of Health, public health organisations and related government agencies. You will play a key role in strengthening governance and assurance across Human Capital Management (HCM) systems and processes, supporting alignment with workforce policy, business requirements and organisational priorities. Working with senior leaders and system-wide stakeholders, you will help identify and manage governance risks, clarify requirements and accountabilities, support robust decision-making, and monitor the effectiveness of HCM initiatives. You will also research emerging workforce issues and prepare clear, evidence-based advice on attraction, recruitment and retention. This is an opportunity to influence workforce policy, governance and HCM outcomes at statewide scale, while building your career in Australia’s largest health organisation. For more information, please read the full Role Description.

What you'll be doing

• Contribute to HCM system improvements through governance, requirements gathering, solution design, testing and evaluation, helping ensure changes align with workforce policy, business requirements and agreed governance processes.
• Support HCM governance processes by assessing system changes, issues and requirements, preparing advice and recommendations, and supporting informed decision-making.
• Manage policy and program development, project reviews and evaluations addressing workforce attraction, recruitment and retention.
• Prepare high-quality reports, briefs, policies, discussion papers and strategic advice for senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Engage public health organisations, government agencies and stakeholder representatives to support effective governance, planning and implementation.
• Lead quantitative and qualitative research, impact assessment and cost-benefit analysis to inform policy, governance and system decisions.

About you

• Experience implementing Human Capital Management systems in a complex, multidisciplinary environment.
• Demonstrated ability to translate policy and business requirements into effective technology solutions.
• Strong project management skills, including planning, risk management, stakeholder consultation and benefits-focused delivery.
• Advanced written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex information clearly to diverse audiences.
• Evidence-based problem-solving skills and the ability to build collaborative relationships across organisational boundaries.

For role-related queries, contact Stacey Taylor at [e-mail] and quote REQ699084.

As an organisation, we are committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Anu Kundu at [e-mail]

For more information about adjustments, please visit Adjustments for individual needs | I Work For NSW and Inclusive recruitment of people with disability | NSW Government

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

At the Ministry of Health, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment that reflects the community and customers we serve.

We actively promote the employment of women, people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ people 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 further information about applying, please visit The Stepping Up Initiative.

To be eligible for employment, you must be an Australian citizen, permanent resident or 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.
• The selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining suitability for the role.