Executive Director, Regulation and Enforcement
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, CENTRE FOR REGULATION AND ENFORCEMENT
NSW MINISTRY OF HEALTH
BAND 2
Join the Centre for Regulation and Enforcement at the NSW Ministry of Health for an exciting two-year opportunity and help shape the future of population health in New South Wales!
About us
The Population and Public Health Division co-ordinates the strategic direction, planning, monitoring and performance of population health services across the State. The Division responds to the public health aspects of major incidents or disasters in NSW, monitors health, identifies trends and evaluates the impact of health services. The Division is responsible for improving health through measures that prevent disease and injury. Population health services aim to create social and physical environments that promote health and provide people with accessible information to encourage healthier choices.
This role will be located in St Leonards.
To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
What we’re looking for
We are seeking a dynamic individual with strong leadership, communication and regulatory skills to fill this newly created executive leadership role.
A motivated and inspirational leader, you will establish an effective Centre to manage a complex operational environment, shape the culture of a new and expanding team within the Population and Public Health Division, while delivering on the Government’s objectives.
It’s an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader to deliver on a priority program of both the NSW and Commonwealth governments that benefits the NSW community.
If you are interested in making a difference – apply now.
About this role
The Executive Director, Regulation and Enforcement leads the response for statewide tobacco and e-cigarette compliance and enforcement and related activities across NSW. The Centre also supports Service NSW in the effective implementation of the tobacco licensing scheme and the tobacco information line.
The Executive Director, Regulation and Enforcement’s responsibilities include implementing legislative and regulatory requirements to inform operational policy decision making processes and the development, implementation and evaluation of enforcement initiatives to optimise alignment with the Government’s strategic objectives.
The role provides strategic regulation and compliance advice to relevant Ministers, the Secretary of NSW Health and the Chief Health Officer & Deputy Secretary, Population and Public Health.
This is a Term (up to two years), full time, Band 2, Public Service Senior Executive (PSSE) role. An attractive remuneration package within the range of $297,738 - $335,157 per annum (SOORT 2025), with annual performance reviews, will be negotiated with the successful applicant.
For further information, download the role description.
About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:
• Sound knowledge and understanding of the national and state health systems and relevant policy developments including tobacco and e-cigarette initiatives and programs.
• Demonstrated senior executive management experience in a large and complex organisation, as well as proven management experience in policy, legislation and regulation development, implementation, evaluation and review, and program management from design to evaluation.
• Demonstrated skills and experience applying policy and legislation in an enforcement environment and highly developed program management skills to ensure the effective coordination of program objectives and reporting requirements across a large, complex organisation.
Applying for this role
Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and a brief cover letter (up to 2 pages) that includes a short statement in response to the two target questions below.
1. Describe your executive management and leadership experience and proven track record in compliance and enforcement of regulatory settings.
2. Provide an example of a state-wide health initiative you led that required leading a multidisciplinary team, significant stakeholder engagement, and change management. What challenges did you experience, what were the major risks and how did you overcome them?
For role related queries or questions, please contact Ms Emma Dawe on emma.dawe@health.nsw.gov.au.
If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Health Executive Service Team on MOH-HES@health.nsw.gov.au.
Closing Date: Sunday 2 November 2025 (11.59PM)
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
1. 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.
2. This is a temporary role and there may be opportunities for ongoing employment at grade.
3. For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal.
4. 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!
