Temporary Senior Policy Officer

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

Job summary

NSW Health's Aged Care Unit in St Leonards NSW is seeking a Senior Policy Officer for a temporary, full-time appointment up to 30 June 2028. Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards, 35 hours per week. Requisition REQ696432.

Our team is focused on improving aged care outcomes and supporting discharge planning from hospitals. You will lead priority aged care policy initiatives, develop and deliver projects, and engage with internal and external stakeholders to shape services that help older people

Job description

Senior Policy Officer - Aged Care Unit
Employment Type: Temporary, Full Time (up until 30 June 2028)
Position Classification: Crown Clerk Grade 9/10
Remuneration: $133,348 - $146,945 per annum, plus superannuation
Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards NSW
Hours Per Week: 35 hours
Requisition ID: REQ696432
Closing Date: 16 October 2026

Join the Aged Care Unit at the NSW Ministry of Health for an exciting temporary opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.

About us

• Our core values of collaboration, openness, respect and empowerment are more than just words. They are the guiding principles that shape every aspect of our work.
• 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.
• NSW Health offers a broad range of career opportunities, professional growth and the opportunity to contribute to the community as part of Australia's largest public health system.

About the role

Make a meaningful contribution to improving aged care outcomes for older people across NSW.

As Senior Policy Officer, you will lead and contribute to priority projects, policies and programs supporting the delivery of high-quality aged care services. A key focus will be initiatives that support the safe and timely discharge of older people from NSW Health hospitals.

You will also contribute to the strategic operation, development and continuous improvement of aged care programs that support older people to remain living independently in their homes and communities.

This is an opportunity to combine policy expertise, project delivery and stakeholder engagement to help shape initiatives with a direct impact on the experiences and outcomes of older people across NSW.

For more information, please read the full Role Description.

What you will be doing

• Lead and contribute to priority aged care policy, program and project initiatives.
• Support initiatives that promote the safe and timely discharge of older people from NSW Health hospitals.
• Contribute to the development, implementation and continuous improvement of aged care programs.
• Develop high-quality policy advice and project deliverables informed by evidence and stakeholder needs.
• Work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders to support better aged care outcomes across NSW.

About you

We are seeking a motivated and committed individual who can support the work of NSW Health with:

• Demonstrated experience developing and/or implementing complex policy, programs or projects.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate evidence and emerging issues into practical policy advice.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to build productive relationships and work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality outcomes.

Our Commitment to diversity and inclusion

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

1. 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.

2. This is a temporary role and there may be opportunities for ongoing employment at grade.

3. For more information on applying visit our career portal

4. Please note that the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.

Applications Close: 11:59pm 12 November 2026