Project Manager – Strategy Access Partnerships
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to June 2028)
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 4
Remuneration: $141,974 - $169,151, plus Superannuation
Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards NSW
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ585692
Closing Date: Sunday 03 August 2025 (11:59PM)
Join our Strategy Access Partnership Team at Ministry of Health for an exciting temporary opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.
About us
- Join a passionate team dedicated to connecting the community with the right care for their urgent health needs. Our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment are more than just words – they're the guiding principles that shape every aspect of our work.
- Explore your potential in a dynamic, fast-paced, supportive and innovative environment.
- Build your career in digital health, working closely with delivery partners as we develop and implement strategic pathways to care.
To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
About the role:
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we’re enhancing health and wellness while developing your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia. As the Project Manager within the Strategy Access Partnerships team, your focus will be on managing the project related activities and providing project management expertise. You’ll work with partners internally and externally to provide expert advice in project management, risk/issue identification and management and relationship management. You’ll use your experience and your project management ability to successfully engage with stakeholders across NSW Health to monitor deliverables and action task management improvements. Your capabilities in project management and knowledge of the NSW Health system will underpin your success as you contribute to the project delivery of the Single Front Door program. Strong analytical skills, written communication, and people skills are essential, as well as a proven ability to implement strategic initiatives and work effectively with diverse teams.
Health Manager level 4, starting salary from $141,974 - $169,151plus Super, with a 38-hour work week.
What you’ll be doing
- Develop and maintain productive internal and external stakeholder relationships through effective communication, collaboration, consultation, negotiation and issues management to ensure project deliverables and strategic objectives are met.
- Prepare high quality and accurate written materials (project schedules, reports, meeting papers, strategies, presentations and briefings) for managers, senior executives, the Minister and other parts of Government to influence and inform strategic decisions, directions and problem solving.
- Adopt flexible and innovative approaches in changing situations to ensure over-arching objectives are still achieved.
- Review and advise on program deliverables, risks & issues between MoH and external suppliers, with emphasis on budget, schedule and resource control
- Develop, implement and track performance metrics for existing and new projects
About you:
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:
- Extensive Project Management Experience and the ability to plan and implement complex projects on time
- Demonstrated strong organisational skills and a proven ability to deliver high-quality work in a demanding professional environment
- Demonstrated excellent communication skills (both verbal and written) including the ability to synthesise and present complex concepts to diverse audiences to support strategic decision making
- Advanced MS Project & Excel skills
- Relevant tertiary qualifications and demonstrated experience in health preparing advice to executives to support informed decision making and implementation of complex projects.
- Strong change management and stakeholder engagement skills
- Proven experience in delivering large projects on time and within budget
- Demonstrated advanced analytical and problem-solving skills
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 demonstrate your ability by attaching a response to the two target questions below in the application questionnaire.
Target Questions
- Describe a complex project you led. How did you ensure it was delivered on time, within scope, and met stakeholder needs?
- How do you ensure effective communication and alignment among cross-functional teams during a complex project
For role related queries or questions contact Alex Thompson on alexandra.thompson@health.nsw.gov.au (hiring manager details) and quote REQ585692
If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Rebecca Chan on Rebecca.chan3@health.nsw.gov.au
Closing Date: Sunday 03 August 2025 (11:59PM)
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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 of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.
Additional information
- This is a temporary role and there may be opportunities for ongoing employment at grade.
- 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.
- Please note the selection process will include a range of merit-based techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.
For more information about working at the NSW Health, please visit our career portal.
Applications Close: Sunday 03 August 2025 (11:59PM)
