Senior Project Officer
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to June 2027)
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 3
Remuneration: $127,150 - $144,444 plus Superannuation
Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards NSW, in a hybrid working environment
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ588091
Closing Date: Sunday 10 August 2025 (11:59PM)
Join the Strategy Access Partnerships team at the Ministry of Health for an exciting temporary employment opportunity and be part of a team working on fast-paced, exciting projects that make positive impacts for the community and the health system.
About us
- Join a passionate team dedicated to connecting the community with the right care for their unplanned health needs. 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.
- Explore your potential in a dynamic, fast-paced, supportive and innovative environment.
- Build your career in digital health, working closely with delivery partners as we develop and implement strategic pathways to care.
To learn more about the Ministry and the benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
About the role
As the Senior Project Officer within the Strategy Access Partnerships team, your focus will be on developing and delivering projects and providing senior project management support for the Single Front Door program. With an initial focus on a pharmacy-related project, you’ll work with partners internally and externally to progress project implementation, provide expert advice, manage relationships, action improvements and support the broader objectives of the Single Front Door program.
You’ll use your experience managing projects and your ability to successfully engage with stakeholders across NSW Health and adjacent sectors. Your capabilities in project management and knowledge of the NSW Health system will underpin your success as you contribute to the delivery of Single Front Door initiatives. Strong analytical skills, written communication and people skills are essential, as well as a proven ability to implement strategic initiatives and work effectively with diverse teams.
Health Manager level 3, salary from $127,150 - $144,444 per annum plus super and annual leave loading, with a 38 hr week.
What you’ll be doing
- Work within a team to develop and deliver projects (initially a pharmacy-related project) that help the community connect with the right care for their unplanned health needs.
- Develop and maintain productive internal and external stakeholder relationships through effective communication, collaboration, consultation, negotiation and issues management to ensure project deliverables and strategic objectives are met.
- Prepare high quality and accurate written materials (reports, meeting papers, strategies, presentations and briefings) for managers, senior executives, the Minister and other parts of Government to influence and inform strategic decisions, directions and problem solving.
- Adopt flexible and innovative approaches in changing situations to ensure over-arching objectives are still achieved.
- Develop, implement and track performance metrics for existing and new projects.
About you
We are seeking a motivated and committed individual who can support the work of NSW Health with:
- Demonstrated excellent project management skills and the ability to plan and implement complex projects on time.
- Demonstrated strong organisational skills and a proven ability to deliver high-quality work in a demanding professional environment.
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) including the ability to synthesise and present complex concepts to diverse audiences to support strategic decision making.
- Demonstrated strong relationship management and negotiation skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications and demonstrated experience in health preparing advice to executives to support informed decision making and implementation of complex projects.
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) that demonstrates your suitability including your response to the target question below.
Target Question (1 page max.)
- Describe a project you have managed from concept through to evaluation. What specific skills and steps were needed to ensure its success?
For role related queries or questions contact Deb Robert at Deborah.Robert@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ588091.
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
Closing Date: Sunday 10 August 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 10 August 2025 (11:59PM)
