Project Officer - Voluntary Assisted Dying Board Secretariat
Expressions of interest are being sought from NSW Health staff wishing to apply to internal opportunities at the Ministry of Health. In order to be eligible to apply for these roles, you must be a permanent/ongoing employee or a temporary employee of NSW Health.
Please note, this is a secondment opportunity where you are required to have permission from your home agency to be released from your usual duties for the period.
The Voluntary Assisted Dying Board Secretariat (the Board Secretariat) is seeking expressions of interest for two temporary Project Officers:
- 1x Project Officer for temporary appointment up to Friday 19 September 2025
- 1x Project Officer for temporary appointment up to Friday 19 December 2025
Crown Clerk 7/8, salary from $113,574 - $125,720 plus Super and annual leave loading
For more information, read the full Role Description.
Broadly, the Board Secretariat is responsible for developing and supporting the implementation of best practice policies, programs, projects, and activities relating to the NSW Voluntary Assisted Dying Board (the Board). The Board is established by the Voluntary Assisted Dying Act 2022 (the Act) as an independent advisory and decision-making body. The Board has a range of functions, including:
- making decisions to approve or refuse applications for voluntary assisted dying substance authorities
- making decisions to approve or refuse applications for residency exemptions
- providing annual reports on the operation of the Act to the Minister for Health
- collecting statistical information about voluntary assisted dying in NSW
- conducting analysis and research in relation information given to the Board under the Act
- making referrals for investigations of suspected breaches of the Act.
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) explaining your interest and suitability to the role. Please indicate which position/s you are interested in.
Closing Date: 11:59pm Sunday 13 July 2025
Additional information
- This is a NSW Health internal EOI and decisions will be made upon review of all submissions. Offers for these positions are dependent on capacity to release the applicants from their current position/role. Please note the selection process will include an informal interview and work sample to determine your suitability.
- You can only be employed for a total period of up to 12 months via this expression of interest
- For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal
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 Greg Armbruster on Gregory.Armbruster@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ582190.
If you require an adjustment during the recruitment process, contact Frankie De Luca on Frankie.Deluca@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.
Closing Date: 11:59pm Sunday 13 July 2025
