Policy And Project Officer

Policy and Project Officer - Data Governance Reform Program

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time up to 30 June 2025
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 2
Remuneration: $106,142.00 - $125,241.00 per annum, plus Superannuation
Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards, in a hybrid working environment
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ467496
Closing Date: 22 February 2024 (11:59PM) 

About this role

• Join the NSW Health Data Governance Reform Program to help transform how NSW Health manages and utilises its data. 
• As part of a dedicated small team, the role will be involved in developing and implementing data-related policies, frameworks, and guidance materials. 
• This role provides the opportunity for individuals passionate about privacy and data to leverage their project management and communication skills to work with multiple stakeholders across NSW Health to support the delivery of the program.

Responsibilities will include:

• Provide project management and secretariat support  
• Develop and maintain materials to enhance data governance capability across NSW Health 
• Serve as the primary point of contact for data governance-related enquiries
• Report on the program’s Key Performance Indicators 

About you

• Passionate about the effective and safe use of data to deliver impactful outcomes 
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and presentation skills
• Possess effective time management skills and take responsibility for accurate and timely work results
• Demonstrated skills and experience in undertaking all stages of project management 
• Experience in the provision of Policy and Project advice in a complex and multi-disciplinary environment
• Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing environment
• Prior experience in data governance in government or Health would be advantageous

About us
The NSW Health Data Governance Reform Program is strengthening data governance across NSW Health.  The program aims to unlock the full potential of data for informed decision-making, enhancing operational efficiency, and driving innovation. This, in turn, will lead to improved outcomes, health services and patient experience. 

Candidate Assessment 
You may be asked to undertake further assessments as part of the recruitment process for this position, which may include, but is not limited to, psychometric assessment (e.g. personality and cognitive abilities assessments) and/or particular work tasks.

How to apply 
Your application to be considered should include:

• A Cover Letter of no more than one (1) page is welcome to express your interest and demonstrate your suitability for this role.
• Responses by addressing the selection criteria below.
• An up-to-date resume of no more than three (3) pages which clearly details your skills and experience as relevant to this role.
• 2x referees will need to be supplied prior to an offer being made.
• Application must be lodged electronically.  Please go to https://jobs.health.nsw.gov.au/ and search Job Reference Number REQ467496 to submit your application.

Selection Criteria 

1. Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and stakeholder interests.
2. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including government departmental brief and policy writing.
3. Experience in data analytics, governance, or technology and familiarity with data governance concepts and terminology.
4. Ability to distil information from multiple complex sources into an easily digestible format.
5. Proficiency in spreadsheets (Excel), familiarity with navigating business intelligence dashboards (and ideally developing).

Need more information?

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For role related queries or questions contact Emma Heeley on ***********@health.nsw.gov.au.

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion 
At the NSW 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.

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 of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.

COVID-19 Vaccination Compliancy 
All NSW Health workers are required to have completed a primary course (2 doses) of a Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) approved or recognised COVID-19 vaccine (except for the Janssen COVID-19 vaccine which is approved by the TGA as a single dose primary course). New applicants must have completed the vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health, or provide an Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement certifying the worker cannot have any approved COVID-19 vaccines available in NSW.

Acceptable proof of vaccination is the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement or AIR COVID-19 Digital Certificate. Booster doses are highly recommended for all health care workers who have completed the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations.

Additional information 

• This is a temporary role up to 30 June 2025. 
• Please note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.
• If you are Current NSW Health, NSW Ministry of Health and NSW Government staff and are looking for opportunity of Secondment, you must have your manager’s approval prior to expressing interest.

For more information about working at the NSW Health, please visit our career portal.   

Applications Close: 22 February 2024 (11:59PM)