Senior Policy Officer, Grants Administration
Role Title: Senior Policy Officer, Grants Administration
Join our Grants Administration team at Ministry of Health for an exciting full-time ongoing opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.
About us
- 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.
- Explore boundless potential in a dynamic environment, with our flexible/hybrid working hours.
- Committed to fostering diverse and inclusive workplace for all.
- Build your career in policy development and financial administration.
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.
In this role, you’ll be developing and supporting the implementation of best practice policies, programs, projects, and activities for the Ministry of Health, public health organisations, and related government agencies and provide policy advice to support the achievement of NSW Health’s objectives in relation to grants administration.
Crown Clerk 9/10, starting salary from $129,464 - $142,665 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
- Managing and undertaking policy and program development to address current and emerging issues in relation to health system purchasing and grants administration.
- Providing advice and support to System Purchasing branch, senior executives, Ministry of Health and staff across the NSW Health Service to consistently interpret and apply policies and practices in relation to health system purchasing and grants administration.
- Preparing high quality written advice in the form of reports, briefs, policy, discussion papers, or circulars to inform, respond to requests, or initiate consideration of new policy initiatives.
- Leading and participating in quantitative and qualitative research to address policy issues and inform policy development in grants administration matters.
About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:
- Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of policies and legislation impacting on grants administration
- Demonstrated skills and experience in undertaking all stages of the policy cycle (development, implementation and review).
- The ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
- A growth mindset, and commitment to continuous learning and personal development.
- The ability to work in a small dynamic team environment.
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 two target questions 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 Questions (1-2 pages)
- Using your experience of a specific project with public and non-government sector stakeholders, describe how you kept the people involved, informed of the progress.
- When have you had to use written communication to persuade others? Give an example and the outcome.
For role related queries or questions contact Annette Marley, Director, Purchasing and Performance, System Purchasing at Annette.Marley@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ623024.
If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Khloe Yang on Shuo.Yang@health.nsw.gov.au.
Closing Date: Sunday 15 Feb 2026 11:59 PM.
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.
- This is a temporary role and there may be opportunities for ongoing employment at grade.
- 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: Sunday 15 Feb 2026 11:59 PM.
