Policy Officer, AOD Strategy, Policy & Engagement

• Join our Strategy, Policy and Engagement team, Centre for Alcohol and Other Drugs at Ministry of Health for an exciting temporary employment opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. In the AOD sector, you’ll be part of a vibrant, professional team, transforming lives and communities every day 

• Conveniently located in St Leonards, close to public transport  

• Employment type: Temporary (up until 4 December 2026), Full time 

• 35 hour working week, in a hybrid working environment    

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.   

We are seeking a high-performing individual to join the Alcohol and Other Drugs (AOD) Strategy, Policy and Engagement team. The Policy Officer role supports diverse portfolios, with the opportunity to work on various strategic and other Government priorities. It is a dynamic role, where priories can change. A resilient attitude, high degree of adaptability, and being a good team player is required.   

The individual will need an awareness of the machinery of government and risk, with the ability to be able to communicate to a diverse range of audiences.  

Key focus areas include:  

• Project management 

• Managing government processes 

• Rapid, high-quality policy advice 

• Stakeholder management and engagement  

• The position is based at Ministry’s 1RR building

Crown Clerk 7/8, salary from $113,574 – $125,720 plus Super and annual leave loading 

For more information, please see the Role Description 

What you'll be doing
This role sits within the Strategy, Policy and Engagement team and works to:  

• Conduct policy analysis to provide timely, strategic advice 

• Leverage your ability to write with clarity and influence to communicate effectively with different audiences 

• Engage with diverse stakeholders to build collaborative working relationships 

• Preparing advice and briefing responses for CAOD teams, Ministry executives, and the Minister 
    

This role works with key stakeholders nationally, across other NSW Government agencies and within NSW Health.   

About you  
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals with:  

• The ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills  

• A growth mindset, and commitment to continuous learning and personal development 

• The ability to work in a small dynamic team environment 

Need more information? 
To apply, please attach your up-to-date resume (no more than 5 pages) and cover letter explaining your interest and motivation in applying for this role, highlighting your relevant skills/and response to the two targeted questions below (1-2 pages)  

 
For role related queries or questions contact Lexi Buckfield on lexi.buckfield@health.nsw.gov.au 

If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, contact Karen Kennedy on karen.kennedy8@health.nsw.gov.au

To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook: https://www.health.nsw.gov.au/careers/ministry/Documents/employee-benefits-handbook.pdf  
  

TARGETED QUESTIONS 
1) Please describe a time when you have contributed towards a policy, strategy, or project.  What was the context, your role, your approach, and the outcome of the initiative? 

2) Please describe a time where you have worked with stakeholders to achieve a project or policy outcome. How did you manage the engagement process? 
 
Applications Close: Tuesday 17 February at 11:59pm 2026