Strategic Policy Analyst – Disability Reform

Tasmania Government; Hobart; On-site; AUD 132,000 - 139,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Leave entitlements

Fitness Passport

Job summary

Department of Health Tasmania seeks a Principal Policy Analyst to advise on policy and program development for whole‑of‑government disability initiatives at state and national levels. You will drive strategic planning and oversee complex projects, coordinating with stakeholders to implement reforms and align with National Disability Insurance Scheme interfaces.

The role requires high‑level analytical capability, initiative, and adaptability in a dynamic public-health environment.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated high-level knowledge and experience in policy analysis, policy development, strategic planning and project management within a complex environment.
• Proven experience in providing a high level of initiative, adaptability and flexibility, with ability to manage change and competing stakeholder views.
• Experience working on disability services reform and related policy initiatives at state or national level.

Responsibilities

• Provide policy advice to support development of whole‑of‑government initiatives and disability programs at state and national levels.
• Lead and manage complex projects, defining milestones and delivering solutions to improve service delivery outcomes.
• Engage with diverse stakeholders and adapt to changing policy directions including interfaces with national schemes.

Skills

Policy analysis

Policy development

Strategic planning

Project management

Stakeholder management

Job description

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...

The Community Services Support team in System Management and Reform is responsible for overseeing national and state priorities and initiatives, commissioning, funding and planning to implement whole-of-government system projects and reform in disability services and reform, aging and older Tasmanians policy and programs and family violence services.

The Disability Services and Reform team is responsible for overseeing national and state priorities and initiatives, commissioning, funding and planning to implement whole-of-government system projects and reform in disability services

The Role

The Principal Policy Analyst provides policy advice to support the effective and efficient development of whole‑of‑government initiatives, policy and disability programs at state and national levels, including the development and implementation of new Australian Government policy directions, reforms and programs, including the interface with the National Disability Insurance Scheme.

You will need

• Demonstrated high-level knowledge and experience in policy analysis, policy development, strategic planning and project management within a complex environment.
• Demonstrated high level project management and leadership skills, including experience in formulating and managing complex and diverse projects, including determining milestones and objectives, and providing solutions and recommendations that support service delivery outcomes.
• Proven experience in providing a high level of initiative, adaptability and flexibility, together with the ability to deal with pressure, balance competing interests and stakeholder views, and positively manage change and adapt to new situations.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

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, day worker shift worker 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, part time, and casual vacancies.

$132,460 to $139,392 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025

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

Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.

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You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.

*applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role

For more information

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

Name: Ingrid Ganley
Position: Director Disability Services and Reform
Email address: [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.