Principal Policy Officer (Investigations)
Role Title: Principal Policy Officer (Investigations)
Mandatory
- Employment type: Temporary full-time until 10 July 2026
- 35 hour working week, in a hybrid working environment
- Conveniently located in St Leonards, close to public transport
- High-profile opportunity to inform and influence system-wide culture, behaviour, and conduct
- Work collaboratively across government to achieve shared goals
- Join an organisation that is passionate about supporting our people to contribute to a world-class health system in NSW
About this role
This is a lead role within the Regulation and Compliance Unit, with primary responsibility for the prevention, assessment and management of serious wrongdoing. Key to your success, you’ll be able to build and maintain relationships with key staff within the Ministry, within NSW Health entities, and in other NSW government agencies, to build capability and capacity in managing and responding to allegations of serious wrongdoing, including public interest disclosures.
Crown Clerk 11/12, salary from $145,378 - $168,130 plus Super and annual leave loading.
For more information, read the full Role Description
What you'll be doing
In this role, you’ll be managing a small team within the Regulation and Compliance Unit, and work closely with the Director in providing expert advice and oversight on issues of probity, corrupt conduct, protected disclosures and best practice in the conducting of special investigations.
You’ll conduct an initial assessment of reports of wrongdoing and provide direction to team members on the pathway for the management of those reports, including potential referral to the relevant NSW Health entity for management, and notification to the Independent Commission Against Corruption or NSW Ombudsman, where required.
You’ll also provide strategic advice and data to Ministry executive and senior executives across the NSW Health system on system-wide data and trends to further improve NSW Health’s ability to prevent and manage serious wrongdoing, including fraud and corruption prevention.
About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who have demonstrated:
- Experience in undertaking complex investigations into serious wrongdoing or misconduct, and a demonstrated understanding of modern investigation/review techniques.
- Ability to interpret and apply relevant legislation and related policy frameworks.
- Success in leading and managing people.
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 (max. 2 pages) AND
- A response to the two target questions below
Target Questions (Max. length 2 pages)
- Reflecting on a time where you oversaw a complex investigation into allegations of wrongdoing, what were the key things you did to ensure the integrity and timeliness of the investigation?
- What do you see as the most important elements in leading people through change? Drawing on your experience, describe how you’ve implemented a significant change to improve work quality and/or efficiency.
Closing Date:
11:59pm, Sunday, 13 July 2025.
Working at The Ministry of Health
The position is located at 1 Reserve Road, 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, please contact Murray Stone on 0447 123 242 or via email (murray.stone@health.nsw.gov.au) and quote REQ585955.
If you require an adjustment during the recruitment process, contact Anu Kundu via email anu.kundu@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.
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
Applications Close
11:59pm, Sunday, 13 July 2025.
