Principal Project Officer
Like a challenge, Want to work in an innovative, reform focused team?
Join NSW Health and play a Key role in developing a national workforce Strategy
Role Title: Principal Project Officer, National Maternity Workforce Strategy
Join the National Maternity Workforce Strategy team at the Ministry of Health for an exciting temporary employment opportunity, guiding the development of a national strategy creating practical and meaningful talent pipeline, recruitment, and retention strategies for all maternity clinicians.
About us
- Join a passionate team dedicated to innovation and creativity.
- Build your career in workforce strategy and planning
- 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.
To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
About this role
Want to lead the development of a national workforce strategy? With your skills and experience, you can inform how all Australian states and territories support maternity health services workforces now and into the future.
Crown Clerk 11/12, starting salary from $145,378 - $168,130 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
- Managing a small, high-performing team to engage with stakeholders, understand, and develop a National Maternity Workforce Strategy.
- Practicing good governance by ensuring decision-makers have clear, relevant and timely advice for delivering the Strategy on time and to budget.
- Thinking critically to innovate in a context of workforce challenges
About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health by:
- Managing complex and sensitive consultations with diverse stakeholders
- Driving a culture of achievement and acknowledge input from others
- Implementing effective strategies to remedy variances from project plans to minimise impact
- Undertaking objective, critical analysis to draw accurate conclusions that recognise and manage contextual issues
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 a cover letter explaining your interest and motivation in applying for this role, highlighting your relevant skills
For role related queries or questions contact Mike Dunne on Michael.Dunne@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ541528.
If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Lily Flynn on Lily.Flynn@health.nsw.gov.au
Closing Date: 11:59pm Tuesday 14 January 2025
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.
Don't miss your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey - apply now!
Applications Close: 11:59pm Tuesday 14 January 2025
