Senior Project and Planning Officer

About you

• We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:
• Expertise in clinical service planning and health system strategy, with strong knowledge of relevant policies, legislation, and emerging service delivery issues.
• Proven ability in project management and strategic development, including preparing detailed reports and complex correspondence under strict deadlines.
• Strong collaborative and relationship-building skills, effectively working in dynamic, multidisciplinary environments with clinicians, managers, staff, and external stakeholders.
• Consistently demonstrates behaviours that reinforce the CORE Values of our organisation; Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.

Previous experience in health service strategy and planning, health policy and or government experience would be considered advantageous for this role.

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) AND

1. Explaining your interest and motivation in applying for this role and highlighting your relevant skills OR
2. Demonstrate your ability by attaching a response to the two target questions below.

Use the link below to access our Capability Application tool, 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

Target Questions (1-2 pages)

1. Provide an example of a time where you have developed and/or implemented a complex project. What was your role and approach to progressing the project, and what was the outcome?
2. Describe your approach to undertaking projects, meeting competing priorities dealing with diverse stakeholders and organising your workload to ensure deadlines are met and that work is of a high standard.

For role related queries or questions contact Gerard Duck, Acting Executive Director, Strategic Planning, Economics and Experience Branch at gerard.duck@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ643555.

If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Lisa Byrne on Lisa.Byrne@health.nsw.gov.au.

Closing Date: 11:59pm Monday 23 March 2026

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

1. 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.
2. For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal.
3. 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 your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey! Apply now!

Applications Close: 11:59pm Monday 23 March 2026