AddressJoin our System Management Branch at Ministry of Health for an exciting Full Time Temporary (up to 18 months) opportunity and help shape the future of health in New South Wales!
About us
- Our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment are more than just words – they're the guiding principles that shape every aspect of our work.
- Embrace a healthy work-life balance with our flexible/hybrid working hours.
- Conveniently located in St Leonards, close to public transport
To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
About this role
You'll be joining the largest public health system in Australia and contribute to a world-class health system in NSW.
The Principal Project Officer will be involved in operational aspects of state-wide patient flow and lead the development and evaluation of programs and projects, driving our objectives to enhance health system performance. You'll collaborate closely with the SMB Director of Operations and Program Support, providing crucial project management expertise to ensure statewide initiatives are executed seamlessly. This is an opportunity to contribute to transformative projects, ensuring they are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards.
Crown Clerk 11/12, starting salary from $139,787 - $161,663 plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week.
For more information, please read the full Role Description.
What you'll be doing
- Lead and manage a diverse team in operational, policy and program support projects, which are often related to matters of high public interest.
- Use your health operational experience to liaise with internal and external stakeholders across the health system to address real-time challenges related to patient flow, access and demand.
- Draw upon your health policy expertise and operational experience to respond to incoming requests for the Operations and Program Support Unit within tight timeframes.
- Provide timely and comprehensive reporting and escalations to SMB management as required.
- Deliver comprehensive project management support, process improvement initiatives, stakeholder engagement and change management activities, that will drive identification and design of strategies to meet the objective of enhancing patient experience for NSW Health.
- Lead and engage with SMB Directors and portfolio staff undertaking projects and policy evaluation activities for the Ministry of Health and related government agencies to address current and emerging health system performance policy issues.
- Liaise with stakeholders across the system to address real-time challenges to patient flow, access and demand.
- Monitor and track progress of project performance using appropriate tools and techniques
About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:
- Relevant tertiary health qualifications and demonstrated operational experience working in the health system, with a strong understanding of patient flow, access and demand.
- Significant experience in developing, analysing and evaluating health policy and projects in a multidisciplinary environment.
- Significant knowledge and understanding of policies and legislation impacting on health system operations, performance and related matters.
- Proven experience in leading and managing health projects in a large and complex service industry organisation, including relevant project management qualifications or equivalent.
- The ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
- The ability to work in a small dynamic team environment.
How to apply
At The Ministry of Health, we want you to make the most of the opportunities you’ll get to grow your skills and your career, surrounded by authentic, smart people and leaders.
Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and cover letter (1-2 pages) AND demonstrate your ability by attaching a response to the two target questions below.
Target Questions (1-2 pages)
- How have you managed a challenging operational issue in the health system, in relation to patient flow, access and demand? How did you resolve the issue?
- Provide an example of a health project you led that required significant stakeholder engagement and change management. What challenges did you experience and how did you overcome these?
For role related queries or questions contact Jessica Marciante on ***************@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ482887.
If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Frankie De Luca on **************@health.nsw.gov.au
Closing Date: Sunday 12 May 2024
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.
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
- 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.
- This is a temporary role and there may be opportunities for ongoing employment at grade.
- For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal
- Please note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.
Considering the significant risks posed by COVID-19, the Ministry of Health expects all workers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, and you will be required to show proof of your COVID-19 vaccination status prior to securing this role.
Don't miss your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey! Apply now!
Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday 12 May 2024
