Senior Policy and Project Officer, Oral Health Services and Strategic Planning
Role Title: Senior Policy and Project Officer, Oral Health Services and Strategic Planning
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 3
Remuneration: $132,236 - $150,222 per annum plus Superannuation
Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards NSW
Hours Per Week: 38 hours
Requisition ID: REQ656681
Closing Date: Wednesday 20 May 2026, 11:59pm
Join our Oral Health Services and Strategic Planning Team at the Ministry of Health for an exciting permanent employment opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.
About Us
We are committed to your growth and development, providing the resources and opportunities you need to excel in your career.
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.
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 the 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.
The Centre for Oral Health Strategy leads the strategic development and coordination of oral health policy and programs for NSW. The Centre monitors the implementation of population health-based oral health prevention initiatives and public oral health service delivery in NSW.
You’ll be responsible for driving, implementing and managing projects and policies to improve the experience of people accessing public dental services.
Health Manager Level 3 starting salary from $132,236 - $150,222 Super, with a 38-hour work week.
What you’ll be doing
You will have the opportunity to drive and manage projects towards significant outcomes and make a real difference by supporting and advocating for priority populations.
Projects for this role may include but are not limited to:
Manage the expansion of the NSW Mobile Dental Outreach Program including the Primary School Mobile Dental Program and the delivery of 5 new mobile dental vans into regional and rural areas.
Manage the Patient Reported Outcomes Measures project.
Manage the evaluation and improvement of the Child Dental Benefits Schedule project.
About you:
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:
Tertiary qualifications in related field.
Experience in developing and successfully delivering projects and policies.
The ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
Passion about population health and making an impact to vulnerable populations.
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 respond to the 2 target questions below:
1. Outline a project that you have managed from design to evaluation to reach predicted outcomes against strategic and business plans.
2. Please provide details of a project or policy where you consulted with different stakeholders, including government and non-government.
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.
For role related queries or questions contact Kara Clarke on Kara.Clarke@health.nsw.gov.au (hiring manager details) and quote REQ656681
As an organisation we are committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Karen Kennedy on karen.kennedy8@health.nsw.gov.au
Closing Date: Wednesday 20 May, 11:59pm
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
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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: Wednesday 20 May, 11:59pm
