Senior Project Officer
Role Title: Senior Project Officer, HCM Governance
Salary: Crown Clerk 9/10, starting salary from $129,464- $142,665 plus Super and annual leave loading
Employment Type: Temporary contract until June 2027
Hours: Full-time | 35 hours per week | Hybrid work model (office and remote)
Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards
Join the Ministry of Health’s Human Capital Management (HCM) Governance team as a Senior Project Officer and play a key role in modernising and enhancing the systems that support over 150,000 employees across the NSW Health Service. Be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.
About the opportunity
Are you excited to make a meaningful impact on how we attract, recruit and retain a world-class health workforce? From policy nuance to system configuration, this role offers the opportunity to make your mark on projects that directly support the NSW Health workforce.
As a Senior Project Officer, you will:
- Contribute to the development and enhancement of HCM systems by gathering requirements, designing solutions, and leading testing and evaluation activities.
- Apply a sharp eye for detail to ensure system and policy designs are accurate, compliant, and fit for purpose.
- Manage policy and program initiatives that support the health workforce, with a focus on attraction, recruitment, and retention strategies.
- Provide expert advice to executives and staff across NSW Health to ensure consistent application of best-practice HCM systems and policies.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders across the public health system to ensure alignment and effective delivery of HCM initiatives.
About you
We’re looking for a detail-driven, strategic thinker who can navigate complex systems and policies with precision and who:
- Demonstrates a strong understanding of HCM systems including design, implementation, and user engagement.
- Has experience in consulting with internal and external stakeholders to guide policy and project outcomes.
- Builds strong, trusting relationships to support co-design and implementation of policy and system changes.
- Is adept at translating complex technical and policy issues into clear, actionable insights.
- Has the ability to work in a dynamic team environment.
For more information about the role, please read the full Role Description.
How to apply
Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and a cover letter (maximum 2 pages) that includes your responses to the two target questions below.
Target Questions (1-2 pages)
- Describe a time you engaged with diverse internal and external stakeholders to support the development or implementation of HCM initiatives?
- Give an example of a project or policy where you had to analyse complex data to provide advice or recommendations.
Use the link below to access our Capability Application tool which is designed to help you excel in the recruitment process. Practice your responses with the example questions provided to effectively highlight your achievements and the strategies you used to accomplish them.
Capability application tool | NSW Public Service Commission
For role related queries or questions contact Stacey Taylor on Stacey.Taylor@health.nsw.gov.au and quote
REQ587116
If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Stacey Taylor on Stacey.Taylor@health.nsw.gov.au
Closing Date: 22 July 2025
To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
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 this opportunity to make a real difference.! Apply now!
Applications Close: 22 July 2025
