Manager - Strategy, Planning and Engagement

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Health Promotion
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Western Sydney Local Health District
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REQ524988 Requisition #
  • Drive impactful health improvements in Western Sydney through Population Health.
  • Generous leave entitlements as per NSW Health (State) awards.
  • Monthly Paid Allocated Day Off (ADO) plus annual leave for full-time staff.

This role aims to enhance health in Western Sydney by supporting Population Health's initiatives aligned with WSLHD and Ministry of Health goals, focusing on strategic goals and meeting annual targets.

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (Up to 06/01/2026)
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 3
Remuneration: $61.95 - $70.38 per hour
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Cumberland Hospital

Where you'll be working
Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) is responsible for providing primary and secondary health care for people living in the Auburn, Blacktown, and The Hills Shire, Holroyd and Parramatta Local Government Areas (LGAs) and tertiary care to residents of the Greater Western Region. We are committed to our vision of 'better health services for the people of western Sydney and beyond'. and to the delivery of health care or related services in line with our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment.

What you'll be doing
The purpose of this position is to improve the health of people living in Western Sydney by contributing to Population Health's program of work, in line with the Ministry of Health and Western Sydney Local Health District's (WSLHD) goals, principles and strategies.

The position will contribute to the development and achievement of Population Health's strategic directions and operations and is accountable for achieving annual targets as set down by the NSW Ministry of Health, LHD, Integrated and Community Health Directorate and Population Health.

How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Selection Criteria:

  1. Relevant tertiary qualification with demonstrated knowledge, understanding and experience of public health and health promotion issues such as the application of relevant legislative and other frameworks and methods for public health/health promotion practice including evidence informed management of complex health issues
  2. Demonstrated experience in the provision of policy advice in a complex and multi-disciplinary environment
  3. Demonstrated high level experience in project planning, implementation and evaluation of population health programs and understanding of research and quality improvement methodologies
  4. Demonstrated leadership skills in the development of population health programs aligned to strategic priorities
  5. Highly developed communication, presentation, coaching and facilitation skills including a variety of writing and editing styles (reports, research & evaluation, briefs, media, translation of population health information)
  6. Demonstrated successful people management experience with medium sized professional teams
  7. Demonstrated effectiveness in establishing and maintaining collaborative partnerships both internally and externally and negotiating effectively to achieve health goals
  8. Current Valid Australian Driver's license


Requisition ID: 
REQ524988

Applications Close: 24th November 2024

Need more information?

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations.  For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ 

Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa or a period not shorter than the duration of the advertised position.

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