Policy Officer
Role Title: Policy Officer (Privacy)
- Employment type: Temporary, full-time through to 31 August 2026 with a possibility for extension.
- 35 hour working week, in a hybrid working environment.
- Conveniently located in St Leonards, close to public transport.
- Work collaboratively across the Ministry of Health and broader NSW Health system 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 fast-paced role within the Regulation and Compliance Unit that supports the privacy governance framework across the NSW Health system. It is responsible for raising the awareness, capacity and capability in privacy management within the Ministry of Health and, more broadly, across the NSW Health system.
Crown Clerk 7/8, salary from $113,574 - $125,720 plus Super and annual leave loading.
For more information, read the full Role Description.
What you'll be doing
Reporting to the Principal Policy Officer, you’ll provide general policy advice on personal and health information privacy issues and privacy governance issues, conduct preliminary reviews of privacy-related complaints, and provide initial advice on the nature of the concerns raised and next steps.
You will advise and support the design of effective privacy policies, training materials and programs and contribute to the development and distribution of supporting templates, tools and other resources.
Critical to your success, you will develop and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders, including with Ministry and health service staff, and the NSW Information and Privacy Commission, to assist and advise on personal and health information privacy.
About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who have a demonstrated understanding of personal and health information privacy, including the application of relevant legislation.
How to apply
All applicants must review the role description and apply by submitting:
- An up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages); and
- A cover letter (max. 2 pages); and
- A response to each of the target questions below (max. 2 pages total).
*** It is preferred that all files submitted are in .pdf format. ***
Please note, if you do not include all three items above in your application, you will not be considered for interview.
Target Questions (Max. length 2 pages in total)
- Provide an example of a time where, as part of your role, you had to research a piece of legislation or policy to provide advice to senior management. How did you ensure your advice was sound?
- Provide an example of where, as part of your role, you recognised and escalated a significant issue involving non-compliance with policy or legislation. Who did you engage, and how did you affect immediate and longer-term change?
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
Closing Date:
11:59pm, Sunday, 7 September 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 REQ599819.
If you require an adjustment during the recruitment process, contact Anu Kundu via 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, 7 September 2025.
Please note, it is expected that interviews for this role will be held on or around 18 September 2025.
