Senior Policy Officer

Senior Policy Advisor – National Workforce Reform Projects
Role Classification: Crown Clerk 9/10
Employment Type: Temporary Full-Time (up to 12 months)
Remuneration: $120,859 - $133,183 per annum plus superannuation and annual leave loading
Hours per week: 35 hour working week in a hybrid working environment
Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards
Closing Date: 11:59pm, Thursday 22 February, 2024
About this role Join our team at the forefront of national health workforce reform! The Workforce Reform Team is leading the delivery of transformative projects aimed at reshaping Australia's healthcare landscape. This role presents a unique opportunity to contribute to national workforce reform efforts. As our Senior Policy Advisor, you will collaborate closely with stakeholders across jurisdictions, driving positive change in Australia's health workforce. What you will be doing: As the Senior Policy Advisor, your role will include:
Coordinating Workforce Reform Projects: Lead and coordinate projects throughout their lifecycle, ensuring appropriate planning, execution and impactful outcomes.
Stakeholder Engagement: Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels of health agencies and across different jurisdictions, facilitating collaboration and buy-in.
Research and Policy Development: Lead both quantitative and qualitative research to address policy gaps and drive informed decision-making.
Innovative Problem-Solving: Leverage your experiences to devise creative solutions to interjurisdictional workforce challenges.
Documentation and Reporting: Prepare comprehensive advice, briefs, reports, and documentation for senior forums and committees, ensuring that critical insights are effectively communicated and considered.
About you:
Deep Understanding of Health System: Possess a deep knowledge of the current health system, including its challenges, trends, and opportunities.
Track Record of Project Success: Demonstrate a proven history of deploying innovative solutions to complex health challenges, driving successful project outcomes.
Passion for Impact: Exhibit a genuine enthusiasm for influencing positive change within the health system, with a focus on improving outcomes for both the health workforce and the communities we serve.
For more information, read the full Role Description. How to apply All applicants must review the role description and apply by submitting an up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and cover letter (1-2 pages) AND a response to the TWO target questions below:
Target Questions (1-2 pages) A key factor of success for the Senior Policy Advisor will be effective stakeholder engagement. Please provide an example of a project you were involved in where stakeholder engagement was pivotal. Describe the diverse strategies employed and your role in implementing them. Describe a project you managed to deliver multiple concurrent objectives with competing deadlines. Detail the steps you took to ensure deadlines were met and outcomes achieved, and the resulting impact. Working at The Ministry of Health The position is located in St Leonards, in a modern, purpose-built building within an activity-based working environment. Close to public transport, cafés and local amenities. Benefits The Ministry of Health offers its employees challenging and rewarding work with opportunities for career progression, learning, development and work-life balance. To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook. For role related queries or questions contact Marco Chan, Manager Workforce Reform, on **********@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ465124. If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, contact Leila Maugeri on *************@health.nsw.gov.au. 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 As a provider of essential services across Australia, NSW Health plays a critical role in the community. It is our priority to ensure we provide our workforce and our community with a healthy and safe workplace environment. 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. Applications Close: 11:59pm, Thursday 22 February, 2024