Manager Data Integrity and Governance
Manager Data Integrity and Governance
Employment Type: Full Time, Ongoing
Position Classification: Crown Clerk Grade 11/12
Remuneration: $149,739 - $173,174, plus Superannuation
Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards NSW
Hours Per Week: 35
Requisition ID: REQ657716
Closing Date: 11:59pm Wednesday, 27 May 2026
Join our System Information and Analytics team at Ministry of Health for an exciting permanent full time employment opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.
About us
- 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.
- Join a passionate team dedicated to innovation and creativity.
- Committed to fostering diverse and inclusive workplace for all.
To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
About the role
The Manager Data Integrity and Governance leads the development and implementation of data governance and data integrity frameworks for state wide data collections managed by the System Information and Analytics Branch. The role ensures data is consistently defined, assured and governed so it is trusted, fit for purpose and safe for operational, performance, policy and statutory reporting across the NSW Health system. The role provides strategic advice, drives system wide adoption of data standards and governance practices, and oversees data collection change and governance processes, including representation in national data standards forums.
For more information, please read the full Role Description.
What you'll be doing
- Lead system level data governance and integrity assurance for SIA managed state wide data collections to ensure data is trusted, consistent and fit for purpose.
- Develop, implement and maintain data standards, definitions, policies, metadata and governance frameworks, including managing end to end data collection change.
- Design and operate data integrity controls and assurance processes, providing reporting on data quality trends, risks and priorities to senior leaders and governance forums.
- Provide expert strategic advice and work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, including representing NSW Health in national data standards forums.
About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who have:
- Demonstrated experience leading data governance, data integrity or data quality assurance activities for complex, large scale data collections within a multi stakeholder environment.
- Proven capability to develop, implement and maintain data standards, definitions, policies and governance frameworks to ensure data is trusted and fit for purpose.
- Strong experience managing data integrity controls and end to end data collection change, including impact assessment, stakeholder consultation and governance processes.
- Demonstrated leadership capability, with experience providing expert strategic advice, influencing stakeholders, and managing teams to deliver outcomes within agreed timeframes, quality standards and budgets.
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 response to the below 2 questions (1 – 2 pages)
Target Questions (1-2 pages)
- Describe your experience leading data governance and data integrity activities for complex data collections in a large, multi-stakeholder environment.
- Provide an example of how you led a significant change to a data collection, data standard or governance framework in a complex environment.
For role related queries or questions contact Dominic Dawson on Dominic.Dawson@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ657716.
If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Lisa Byrne on Lisa.Byrne@health.nsw.gov.au.
Closing Date: 11:59pm Wednesday, 27 May 2026
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 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: 11:59pm Wednesday, 27 May 2026
