AddressProject Officer
Join our small, dynamic team in the Savings Leadership Program at the Ministry of Health for an exciting ongoing 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.
- Committed to fostering diverse and inclusive workplace for all.
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 Procurement Officer plays a key role working with stakeholders across the NSW Health system to support the delivery of the NSW Health Savings Leadership Program.
The Savings Leadership Program is focused on strengthening core elements of Procurement and Supply Chain practices and outcomes that will deliver:
- Fiscal savings
- Streamlined processes
- Improved category management practices
- New and improved ways of working across NSW Health with a focus on building strong, sustainable partnerships
Working in a small team the role supports the delivery of the Savings Leadership Program and provides an ideal opportunity for growth and development.
Crown Clerk 7/8, starting salary from $106,025 - $117,363 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
The Procurement Officer performs project management and support activities as well as supporting building of critical sustainable partnerships with key Local Health Districts, Specialty Networks and State-wide Services.
Working with the Principal Project Officer, you will:
- Monitor, track and report on the status of project activities to ensure time, cost and quality metrics are in line with approved project plans.
- Support the Office of the Chief Procurement Officer in organising and allocating work tasks and monitoring workflow throughout the Branch.
- Maintain program registers (risks, issues, dependencies etc) and ensure these are kept up to date in line with program processes and procedures for audit purposes.
- Contribute to the development of project plans under the guidance of the Principal Project Officer.
- Communicate with relevant stakeholders to provide updates regarding project/program activities, status and implementation issues.
- Provide a range of secretariat and administrative services, including coordinating Program Governance forums (committee meetings, working groups etc) and preparing papers, to support project management delivery. You will also follow up meeting action items, risks and issues to ensure they are up to date.
- Complete assigned project tasks to agreed timeframes
About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:
- The ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- A growth mindset, and commitment to continuous learning and personal development
- 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 3 pages) and cover letter (1-2 pages) AND de
