Program Manager

Program Manager

Employment Type: Health Manager Level 3 – Part-Time Exempt (until September 2027, with opportunity to extend)
Remuneration: $137,525.00 - $156,231.00 per annum (pro rata), plus 12% superannuation
Hours Per Week: 24

Additional Benefits: Competitive remuneration, a range of flexible working options including hybrid working, as well as comprehensive leave entitlements.

Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards

Applications Close: 11:59 PM, Wednesday 29 July 2026

HETI is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply!

About the Opportunity
The position leads and manages education projects including clinical education resource development. The position works in partnership with internal Health Education and Training Institute (HETI) staff and key agencies for the NSW Health workforce and includes and providing advice and support for the development and design of courses and monitoring and reporting on project outcomes. Projects may include large, diverse, and complex education projects, to achieve project deliverables and contribute to HETI and NSW Health Strategic Plans.

The Health Education and Training Institute (HETI) is a leading provider of high-quality training and education to support more than 140,000 clinical and non-clinical staff, trainers, managers and leaders across the NSW health system.

HETI offers competitive remuneration (base salary plus super and leave loading), a monthly ADO (for full-time staff), a range of flexible working options including hybrid working (all staff are required to attend the office weekly), as well as comprehensive leave entitlements and discounted access to fitness facilities. Professional development is well embedded in our organisation and staff are encouraged to continue their studies and take opportunities for furthering their careers.

For your application to be considered
To submit your application, please provide:

• Your resume (maximum five pages)
• A cover letter and completed online questionnaire addressing each of the following selection criteria.

Selection Criteria

1. Relevant tertiary qualifications and demonstrated health education experience overseeing design and delivery of complex programs. Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse and demonstrated relevant professional experience.
2. Demonstrated experience in designing evidence-based education content and programs for clinical and other related health environments.
3. Demonstrate experience in establishing and managing strategic partnerships and interagency relationships including skills in influencing and negotiating.
4. Demonstrated high level project management and complex document and reporting skills with demonstrated experience managing multiple projects in parallel, achieving program milestones and outcomes within tight time frames and restricted budgets.

Need more information? 

• The Health Education and Training Institute assesses candidates in line with the NSW Public Sector Capability Framework, which describes the capabilities and behaviours required for roles across the NSW public sector. The specific capabilities for this role are outlined in the Position Description.
  Learn more: https://www.nsw.gov.au/nsw-government/public-sector-capability-framework
• Find out more aboutapplying for this position
• Learn more about the Health Education & Training Institute

Additional Information 

• Applicants will be assessed against the selection criteria in the Position Description.

• NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs. 
• This is a temporary position and requires full working rights in Australia (e.g. Australian citizenship/ permanent resident). If you currently hold a temporary visa that allows you to live and work in Australia, you may be eligible for employment opportunities in line with the conditions of your visa.

Contact People

Please contact the Hiring Manager, Maria Berarducci on Maria.Berarducci@health.nsw.gov.au if you have any questions about this role.

For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to an Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact HSNSW-AboriginalCareers@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

If interview adjustments are required, please contact HSNSW-PillarsPC@health.nsw.gov.au at the time the interview invitation is issued, or as soon as reasonably possible. Requests for adjustments will be considered in line with NSW Health requirements.