Manager - Government Relations And Strategic Policy

Department of Health
Policy, Purchasing, Performance & Reform
PPPR - Govt Rltns & Strgc Plcy
Applications must be submitted by Wednesday 28 February, 2024 11:55 PM
Position details
Applications close:
Wednesday 28 February, 2024 11:55 PM AEST
Award/Classification:
Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 8
Employment type:
Full Time
Region:
South
Location:
4/22 Elizabeth St, Hobart
Job description:
Support the General Manager in the provision of strategic leadership and direction for planning, development, management and delivery of key strategic programs, initiatives and Strategic Policy initiatives.
Government Relations and Strategic Policy (GRaSP) is responsible for managing and progressing the Department’s Strategic Policy and Government Relations agenda by providing high level strategic support to the portfolio Ministers, Secretary, Health Executive members, and Departmental business units. GRaSP leads the analysis of the impact on the Department of Health (DoH) of Commonwealth and State policy initiatives.
The Manager - GRaSP will:
Support the General Manager - Government Relations, Policy and Projects in the provision of strategic leadership and direction for planning, development, management and delivery of key strategic programs, initiatives and Strategic Policy initiatives.
Lead the management of DoH responsibilities associated with supporting the portfolio Ministers, Secretary and relevant Health Executive members regarding the provision of strategic advice, including for Ministerial and Advisory Councils and Committees.
Provide direction and support to the GRaSP Team regarding the development of high level Strategic Policy advice to support the portfolio Ministers, Secretary and DoH and Agency senior staff.
The Role:
Lead and manage strategic planning, complex projects and change processes, including the development, implementation and review of frameworks, policies, systems and processes that support the delivery of strategic corporate strategies.
Work with the General Manager - Government Relations, Policy and Projects to provide high level strategic advice on Government Relations and Strategic Policy issues to the portfolio Ministers, Secretary, DoH and senior staff and external stakeholders as required.
Manage inter and intra governmental negotiations and consultation in relation to DoH and Whole of Government initiatives.
Ensure consistent advice in line with Tasmania’s and/or the DoH position and/or agreements signed by the Tasmanian Government, portfolio Ministers and/or Secretary.
The GRaSP team provides a fast-paced, dynamic, collaborative, and supportive environment that offers exciting career and professional development opportunities.
Note: - Please refer to the
Applicant Guide
For more information
Rebekah Moore Phone: 6166 3859 Position: A/General Manager - GRASP E-mail: rebekah.moore1@health.tas.gov.au
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