Executive Director, System Purchasing - Ministry of Health
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, SYSTEM PURCHASING
NSW MINISTRY OF HEALTH
BAND 2
Role Title: Executive Director, System Purchasing
Join our System Sustainability and Performance team at Ministry of Health for an exciting ongoing opportunity and help shape the future of health in New South Wales!
About us
The Ministry of Health is the system manager of the NSW public health system and purchases services on behalf of the state from Local Health Districts, Specialty Health Networks, and statewide services such as NSW Ambulance, Pillars and shared service organisations.
The System Sustainability and Performance Division provides the front-end system management by leading the annual purchasing process, and monitoring and supporting overall system performance.
- An exciting opportunity is available for a dynamic individual to join the Ministry of Health in a key strategic role to lead NSW Health’s purchasing framework to ensure the delivery of high quality, safe, efficient and effective health care to the people of NSW.
- If you are a skilled executive operating at a strategic level, with proven experience in driving outcomes and affecting change – apply now
This role will be located in St Leonards
To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
About this role
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we’re enriching health and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
In this role you will lead the development and negotiation of Service Agreements to purchase health services from public health organisations, including Local Health Districts, Specialty Health Networks and NSW Ambulance, for the delivery of high quality, safe, efficient and effective health care. You will also provide leadership for environmental sustainability reform across the NSW Health system, contributing to the NSW Government commitment to achieve net zero emissions by 2050.
This is an ongoing, full time, Band 2, Public Service Senior Executive (PSSE) role. An attractive remuneration package within the range of $296,687 to $332,841 per annum, with annual performance reviews, will be negotiated with the successful applicant.
For further information, download the role description.
About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications or demonstrated equivalent professional experience.
- Demonstrated experience at a senior level in operational management gained in the health or similar industry environment.
- Demonstrated depth of knowledge of contemporary trends and developments in health service purchasing and its application in a large, complex public health environment.
- Financial management experience at executive level in a large and complex organisation, along with the demonstrated capacity to manage high level negotiations across all levels of government and jurisdictions.
Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume and a brief cover letter including a short statement in response to the two target questions (1-2 pages)
- Describe your executive management and leadership experience and proven track record in undertaking high level negotiations in a large and complex public health or similar organisation.
- Describe your skills and experience in financial management, service purchasing and performance management and how this has contributed to achieving organisational strategic outcomes.
For role related queries or questions contact Cathy Hill, Director, Office of the Deputy Secretary, System Sustainability and Performance, NSW Ministry of Health on cathy.hill@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ579380.
If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact HES Unit on MOH-HES@health.nsw.gov.au
Closing Date: Tuesday 10th June 2025- Midnight
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.
- 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.
Don't miss your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey! Apply now!
