Executive Director, Strategic Planning, Economics and Experience - NSW Ministry of Health

Applying for this role

Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume and a brief cover letter including a short statement in response to the two target questions (1-2 pages)

1.    Describe your experience leading large-scale, system-wide strategic planning initiatives in a complex public health or similar environment. How have you ensured alignment across diverse stakeholders and delivered sustainable, statewide outcomes?
2.    Outline your leadership experience managing multidisciplinary teams in high-pressure, complex stakeholder environments. How have you built capability, supported performance, and driven a culture of accountability and continuous improvement?

Please note: Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend interviews scheduled for early 2026.

For role related queries or questions contact Lavena Ramdutt, Director Office of the Deputy Secretary, Health System Strategy and Patient Experience at Lavena.Ramdutt@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ624068.

If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact the HES Unit on MOH-HES@health.nsw.gov.au

Closing Date: Midnight 4 December 2025

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!