Deputy Director (Health Manager Level 5) - SIPfHER and Sydney Research
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time; 40 hours per week up to 12 months
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 5
Remuneration: $3,194.37 - $3,573.26 per week + Annual Leave Loading + 11.5% Superannuation
Location: SLHD District Wide Services
Requisition ID: REQ576944
In Sydney Local Health District our vision is Excellence in health and healthcare for all. You will be working in an innovative district that celebrates and invests in the ideas of staff, values people and offers life-long careers. Join the team at one of the leading public health organisations in Australia!
About the Role
Sydney Local Health District is one of the fastest growing Local Health Districts in New South Wales. Our facilities and services are world class and our staff are dedicated, innovative and caring.
The Deputy Director is a senior executive role responsible for the strategic development, operationalisation and implementation of the initiatives under SIPfHER, Sydney Research and the Sydney Biomedical Accelerator. These initiatives include strategic coordination, stakeholder management and the management of financial and administrative services. The Deputy Director also leads the development and implementation of innovative strategies to support the strategic priorities of SIPfHER, Sydney Research and Sydney Local Health District, including strengthening research and innovation capacity, capability and opportunity to work closely with teams across and within SLHD, USYD and our partnering organisations.
The role also acts as a knowledge broker and facilitates the development and strengthening of networks between the academic, scientific and health research communities, the higher education sector, government and industry through delivering a program of communication, education and partnership initiatives.
The position holder will provide high level strategic leadership and advice on the management of sometimes highly sensitive and complex research projects which require thoughtful consideration.
For more information, please view the Position Description.
Ideal Candidate
- Relevant post-graduate qualifications or experience in a clinical, research or health management field.
- Management and leadership experience in a complex organisation engaged in health and biomedical research and innovation to support the strategic priorities of the organisation.
- Strong project management and proven experience in developing and implementing program initiatives and projects, including the ability to concurrently manage multiple programs of work, whilst meeting deadlines/targets and achieving desired outcomes.
Benefits and Perks!
- Paid Parental Leave & Annual Leave loading.
- Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging and Novated Leasing. For more information visit SalaryPackagingPlus.
- Access to free courses, qualifications and coaching via Sydney Education.
- Access to confidential EAP counselling for staff and their families.
- Because we care about your health: Free annual influenza vaccination, discounted Fitness Passport membership, and free telehealth nutrition and wellness resources from qualified professionals.
For more information about other benefits, please visit SLHD Benefit.
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.
Working for Sydney Local Health District - NSW Health
SLHD is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people with disability are encouraged to apply for all internal and externally advertised positions. If you require assistance, please advise the contact person at the time of your application.
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For enquiries, please contact Penelope Schmidt via email at Penelope.Schmidt@health.nsw.gov.au
Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day, apply now!
Applications Close: 1 July 2025
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