Senior Program Manager

1. Relevant tertiary qualifications in public health, health promotion, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and substantial relevant experience.
2. Demonstrated knowledge of cultural, social, and structural determinants of sexual health, particularly in high-risk and marginalised communities, with the ability to apply an equity and inclusion lens to program, design and delivery.
3. Extensive knowledge and understanding of evidence-based practice and health promotion principles, with the ability to translate research into effective public health programs, policies, or service design.
4. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills, including negotiation, managing partnerships, and overseeing contracts to achieve program outcomes.
5. Proven ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team, demonstrating initiative, accountability, and flexibility in managing competing priorities.
6. Proven experience in designing, implementing, and evaluating public health initiatives aimed at improving sexual health outcomes, including demonstrated impact in addressing the needs of priority populations
7. Current Drivers licence and willingness to travel across NSW to meet the demands of the position.

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For role related queries or questions contact Rochelle Avasalu on Rochelle.Avasalu@health.nsw.gov.au

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Reasonable Adjustments:

NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email SESLHD-Recruitment-PaCH@health.nsw.gov.au and let us know.  

Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required. 



Information for applicants:

• Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
• Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description.
• Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer.

• SESLHD is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. This will help ensure our employees, our patients and their carers, feel supported. We invite candidates of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, cultural backgrounds, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, and Indigenous Australians to apply. We do have an Aboriginal Workforce that can also provide support (SESLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website.