Strategic Policy Officer – Mental Health & Governance

NSW Health; Sydney; On-site; AUD 117,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

NSW Health invites applications for a Policy Officer within the Mental Health Review Tribunal at 580 George St, Sydney. You will support the Tribunal's policy agenda by researching complex issues, preparing briefs and submissions, and providing evidence-based advice on mental health and law reform.

The role requires strong policy analysis, stakeholder engagement and project coordination, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality governance support.

Qualifications

• Strong policy research, analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written communication, including briefs and submissions.
• Sound judgement and evidence-based advice.
• Strong project management and organisational skills.
• Ability to engage with diverse stakeholders.
• Resilience and adaptability in changing environments.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research and analysis on complex issues and prepare briefs.
• Prepare discussion papers, submissions and reports.
• Provide evidence-based advice on mental health and law reform.
• Coordinate consultations, working groups and stakeholder engagement.
• Support policy evaluation and reporting for the Tribunal.

Skills

Policy research

Analysis

Written communication

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Policy development

Job description

NSW Health invites applications for a Policy Officer within the Mental Health Review Tribunal at 580 George St, Sydney. You will support the Tribunal's policy agenda by researching complex issues, preparing briefs and submissions, and providing evidence-based advice on mental health and law reform.

The role requires strong policy analysis, stakeholder engagement and project coordination, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality governance support.