Senior Policy and Project Officer, NSW Health and Innovation Precincts
Senior Policy and Project Officer – NSW Health and Innovation Precincts
Join our NSW Health and Innovation Precinct Team at Ministry of Health for an exciting ongoing employment opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.
About us
- We offer robust development and growth support to all our employees, ensuring you have the resources and opportunities to thrive in your career.
- Join a passionate team dedicated to innovation and creativity.
- While regular office presence is essential, we offer flexible work arrangements to support your needs.
To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
About this role
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we’re enhancing health and wellness while developing your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
Take charge of diverse projects that drive health research, innovation, and industry advancements across the NSW Health system. You'll spearhead initiatives to build and strengthen the NSW Health and Innovation Precincts, ensuring a collaborative approach to achieve statewide outcomes.
Join us and play a key role in growing and enriching NSW's capability in health and medical research, improving outcomes for patients and communities.
Use your expertise in health, research, and/or industry to propel strategic economic development, facilitate strategic investments, and foster connections across the system. You'll support networks, engage stakeholders, advocate for advancements, and facilitate the broader research and innovation ecosystem. By applying a systems thinking approach, you'll find and implement innovative solutions to complex challenges.
Crown Clerk 9/10, starting salary from $125,693 - $138,510 p.a. plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week.
For more information, please read the full Role Description.
What you'll be doing
NSW Health and Innovation Precincts exist within the NSW Health system, through the integration of health, education, research and innovation signalled by a partnership between Health, University and/or industry on or around health owned land.
Whilst no two days will be the same, as a Senior Policy and Project Officer in the NSW Health and Innovation Precincts team you will be responsive in undertaking strategies that develop strong foundations, create policy enablers and build capabilities for Health and Innovation Precincts in the complex health system.
The role includes developing and maintaining key stakeholder engagement across the NSW Health and Innovation Precinct ecosystem. Development and implementation of key Precinct Network meetings. Working closely with the ‘NSW Health Research and Innovation Navigator’ including receiving and directing research, innovation or industry opportunities arising from international or national sources for NSW Health and Innovation Precincts. Managing Precinct related queries from Government and other Government Departments and co-ordinating responses.
About you
We are seeking a motivated and committed Senior Policy and Project Officer with knowledge of the health, research or industry experience to drive strategic economic development, investment attraction and connection across the health precinct system, through supporting networks, stakeholder engagement, advocacy and facilitating the broader ecosystem with the ability to develop and implement innovative solutions to complex problems.
- Relevant degree in health, science, public health or equivalent experience.
- Experience in healthcare delivery, health policy or health technology/industry experience.
- Experience in managing multiple projects through effective planning, time management and managing competing needs and the ability to work in a small dynamic team environment with flexibility and a can-do attitude.
- The ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
- Well-developed written and verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate complex information to a range of stakeholders.
- A growth mindset, and commitment to continuous learning and personal development.
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 demonstrate your ability by attaching a response to the targeted question below.
Use the link below to access our Capability Application tool, designed to help you excel in the recruitment process. Practice your responses with the example questions provided to effectively highlight your achievements and the strategies you used to accomplish them.
Capability application tool | NSW Public Service Commission
Target Question (1/2 - 1 page)
- From your experience and understanding of the health research, innovation and/or industry, what are some key strategies that you have used to support the ecosystem and drive collaboration in the sector to achieve a desired outcome? Explain how you achieved this outcome?
For role related queries or questions contact michelle.irving@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ788106.
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 Sunday 27 April 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
- 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.
- For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal
- 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!
Applications Close: 11:59pm Sunday 27 April 2025
