Temporary Trainee Public Health Officer
Role Title: REQ650738 Trainee Public Health Officer (multiple roles)
Join the Centre for Epidemiology and Evidence at the Ministry of Health for an exciting Temporary Full Time (3-year contract) opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.
About us
We are committed to your growth and development, providing the resources and opportunities you need to excel in your career.
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.
To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
About the role
Crown Clerk 7/8 role, starting salary from $113,574 - $125,720 plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week, work location - 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards.
Advance your career in public health by joining the highly regarded NSW Public Health Training Program. This unique, three-year, workplace-based program provides hands-on experience and the opportunity to make a real impact in population and public health. As a Trainee Public Health Officer, you'll gain specialist skills in public health policy and practice and learn from experts in the field.
Traineeships commence in August 2026; however, a February 2027 start may be considered. Please visit our website for more information on the NSW Public Health Training Program and read the full Role Description
What you'll be doing
You will undertake supervised work placements across a range of settings within the NSW health system. While you may have the opportunity to complete a rural placement, most placements are located within the Sydney metropolitan area.
You will work on projects and activities that support the application of evidence-informed public health policy and practice aligned with organisational priorities. Through this work, Trainee Public Health Officers help build the capacity of the NSW population health workforce and contribute to NSW Health’s public health emergency surge capacity during incidents.
About you
Completed masters or higher-level qualification in public health or a public health field
Minimum of three years of full-time equivalent health related employment
Demonstrated understanding of the Australian health care system
Availability to be deployed at short notice to any part of NSW to investigate acute public health problems
A growth mindset, and commitment to continuous learning and personal development.
In addition, due to the competitive nature of these traineeships, work experience in a public health or population health role is highly desirable.
How to apply
Your application must include the following attachments in PDF form:
1. Response to the three targeted questions (no more than 2 pages in total)
2. Up-to-date resume/CV including your health-related experience (no more than 5 pages)
3. Full academic transcript for your public health qualification
4. Evidence of your right to work in Australia until at least 11 August 2029 (e.g. Australian or New Zealand passport or Australian birth certificate, citizenship certificate, or appropriate visa). You must provide this even if you were born in Australia and/or you are a current NSW Health employee.
If your application does not include all these attachments, your application will not be considered. To ensure that we can accurately assess your communication skills, please do not use AI-generated content in your application. We are looking for authentic responses that reflect your own abilities and experiences.
Target Questions (please use your own words and do not exceed 2 pages in total)
1. Outline why you have applied for this role and how your skills and previous experience make you a good fit. How does the role fit your longer-term career goals?
2. Describe a public health or policy project where you managed input from stakeholders with competing priorities. How did you consider their perspectives, manage relationships, and determine a way forward?
3. Provide an example of an evidence-based recommendation you made to inform policy or practice. How did you approach the issue, assess evidence, tailor your advice, and what was the outcome?
Role-related queries
Answers to most questions about Trainee Public Health Officer roles and the NSW Public Health Training Program can be found on our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) page.
Please review this information first, and if you have a query that is not addressed by our FAQs page, please email MOH-PublicHealthTraining@health.nsw.gov.au, quoting REQ650738.
As an organisation we are committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Karen Kennedy on karen.kennedy8@health.nsw.gov.au
Closing Date: Wednesday 6 May 11:59pm
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.
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. This is a temporary role and there may be opportunities for ongoing employment at grade.
3. For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal
4. Please note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.
5. This role is classified as Risk Category A under the NSW Health Policy Directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases (PD2026_004). Successful applicants are required to provide evidence of protection against the infectious diseases specified in the policy directive and comply with the requirements of the policy directive at their own cost, prior to appointment.
Don't miss your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey! Apply now!
Closing Date: Wednesday 6 May 11:59pm
