Program Manager
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to June 2026 with possibility to extend)
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 5
Remuneration: $166,678 - $186,448, plus Superannuation
Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards NSW
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ584123
Closing Date: Sunday 29 June 2025 (11:59PM)
Join our eApproval program team at Ministry of Health for an exciting temporary employment opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.
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.
- Join a passionate team dedicated to innovation and creativity.
- While regular office presence is essential, we offer flexible work arrangements to support your needs.
To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
About the role
eApproval is an online application which enables the end-to-end document management and workflow solution of all briefs, Ministerials and correspondence. The application enables NSW Health’s vision for a digitally enabled workplace with streamlined management of approvals.
We are looking for a Program Manager to support the Program Director in all aspects of ICT/digital project, program and portfolio management. The role works within the Digital Workplace & Information Management and provides leadership and guidance to the program management team.
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we’re enhancing health and wellness while developing your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
As the program expands to a statewide rollout, it is now the best time to join the team.
What you’ll be doing
- Lead and manage the planning and delivery of critical and highly complex and/or large technical projects to deliver organisational initiatives.
- Lead all aspects of the project management cycle, including preparing business cases and project plans, identifying and allocating resources, developing and managing budgets, communication and meeting reporting requirements to ensure project outcomes are achieved on time, on budget and to quality standards.
- Develop strategies for the continuous monitoring, evaluation and improvement of all aspects of project implementation including risk and contingency management, benefits realisation, project impact and quality measures to achieve the success of the project/s
- Lead and manage program team to successfully deliver all key milestones and outcomes of the program.
- Manage and develop stakeholder relationships through effective communication, negotiation and issues management to ensure program deliverables are met.
About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:
- Extensive experience and a proven record of achievement in Project/Program Management, in a large complex organisation delivering large information system projects.
- Demonstrated expertise in managing large and diverse multifunctional teams, including the ability to drive.
- High achieving, outcomes focused individual, with a reputation for the delivery of high-quality artefacts and embedding certified methodologies setting programs up for success.
- Experience in leading statewide program across NSW Health is preferred.
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 respond to the targeted questions below (maximum 4000 characters per question including spaces) in the questionnaire and then submit your application.
Target Questions
- Outline the program you have developed and delivered, including completion on time, on budget and to the quality standards, within the agreed scope. What were the challenges, and the lessons learnt?
- Detail your experience in developing project plans, co-ordinating resources, reporting, risk/issue management along with running projects in the different project methodologies utilising Microsoft Project.
- Tell me about a time when you faced scope creep. How did you handle this situation?
For role related queries or questions contact John Luk on John.Luk@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ584123.
If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Rebecca Chan on Rebecca.Chan3@health.nsw.gov.au.
Applications Close: Sunday 29 June 2025 (11:59PM)
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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 of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.
Additional information
- This is a temporary role and there may be opportunities for ongoing employment at grade.
- 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.
- Please note the selection process will include a range of merit-based techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.
For more information about working at the NSW Health, please visit our career portal.
Applications Close: Sunday 29 June 2025 (11:59PM)
