Principal Advisor
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- Policy Advisory
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- REQ639290 Requisition #
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- 2 days ago Post Date
Principal Advisor
Join our Healthy Families and Communities Branch at Ministry of Health for an exciting ongoing opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.
About Us
- Employment Type: Full Time, Ongoing
- 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.
- We are committed to your growth and development, providing the resources and opportunities you need to excel in your career.
To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
What you’ll be doing
The Principal Advisor leads a team to:
- Prepare, manage and review high-level briefings, communications and correspondence.
- Develop strategic advice on diverse policy, planning and operational matters.
- Implement and evaluate business practices and systems to optimise efficiency and support the achievement of quality outcomes.
- Act as the Executive point of contact and work collaboratively with key stakeholders to develop agreed positions on complex or critical issues relating to maternity, child youth and family health, and prevention and response to violence abuse and neglect.
- Undertake strategic projects and proactively managing sensitive/contentious issues, often within tight timeframes.
For more information, please read the full Role Description.
Crown Clerk 11/12, starting salary from $149,739 - $173,174 p.a. plus superannuation and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week, work location - 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards.
Essential requirements
- Demonstrated relevant, professional experience in health and/or social policy. Relevant tertiary qualifications and management experience would be highly regarded.
- Significant experience in developing, analysing and evaluating policy and other projects in a multi-disciplinary or multi-agency environment.
- Demonstrated ability to exercise sound judgement, particularly in matters of great political sensitivity, strict confidentiality and/or potential controversy.
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 4 pages) and cover letter (up to 2 pages) explaining your interest and motivation in applying for this role and highlighting your relevant skills.
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
For role related queries or questions contact Cherie Butler on cherie.butler@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ639290
If we can make some adjustments to the recruitment/interview process, then please contact Lisa Byrne on lisa.byrne@health.nsw.gov.au.
Closing Date: 11:59pm Wednesday, 18 March 2026.
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.
- 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: 11:59pm Wednesday, 18 March 2026.
