Strategic Relations Advisor

Remuneration: $114,251.00 - $134,809.00 Per Annum + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Locations: Tamworth or Newcastle (primarily on-site)
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time - ending 1st February 2027
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 2
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ634585
Applications Close: Sunday, 22nd February 2026


Where you’ll be working:

You’ll join the Strategic Relations and Communications unit, a dynamic team of 14 supporting District services and senior leadership through high-quality written material and strategic advice. The team manages ministerial and government activity, reputation and issues management, and consumer feedback and complaints, playing a central role in communication and stakeholder engagement across the District.

Based in Tamworth or Newcastle, you’ll be part of a collaborative, supportive and highly engaged team that values curiosity, initiative and strong relationships. The work is fast-paced, meaningful and closely connected to improving outcomes for our community.
 

About the role:

We’re seeking a proactive and inquisitive Strategic Relations Advisor with excellent writing skills.

You’ll research and analyse complex issues across Hunter New England Local Health District and translate them into clear, accurate and engaging written material. This includes ministerial briefs, parliamentary notes, executive correspondence and responses for consumers, community members and other agencies.

The role combines research, writing, stakeholder engagement and coordination. You’ll work closely with senior leaders, clinical teams and colleagues across NSW Health to ensure communication is aligned, timely and supports strategic priorities. Occasional supported travel may be required.
 

About you:

You enjoy making complex information clear and producing high-quality written work while balancing competing priorities.
 

We’re looking for:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in communication, marketing, or another relevant discipline or proven experience in a similar area. 
• Exceptional writing skills across a range of audiences, including consumers, community and government stakeholders
• Strong collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills
• Critical thinking and sound judgment in complex or sensitive situations
• Ability to manage multiple deadlines while maintaining accuracy
• Interest in public health, policy and government environments
• Demonstrated high-level writing skills and experience managing competing priorities are essential, ideally within a government or public service environment.

Support and development:

You’ll report to the Strategic Relations Manager and be supported by an experienced, collaborative team, senior leaders and strong connections across the NSW Health system.

The role includes comprehensive orientation, HETI training, regular in-team development opportunities and access to salary packaging and ongoing education. The team encourages knowledge sharing, open communication and professional growth.

Additional Information:

• An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part-time vacancies.  
• To be eligible for employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport, or hold an appropriate visa that allows you to live and work in Australia. Employment of a temporary visa holder will only be offered in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa. 
• We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.

Need more information? 

  1) Click here for the Position Description 
  2) Find out more about applying for this position

For role-related queries or questions contact Robbie Macaulay on robbie.macaulay@health.nsw.gov.au

Information for Applicants: 

Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2

Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealthSteppingUp

This is a Category B position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category B positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.

Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full-time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.  
 
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