Executive Officer
Executive Officer
Join the Government Relations, Strategy and Violence Prevention Branch (GRSVPB) at the Ministry of Health in an exciting temporary Executive Officer role, up to Friday, 03rd April 2026, and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.
About us:
- Build your career through this exciting opportunity to work closely with senior executives , dealing with politically sensitive matters to advance the NSW Government’s priorities.
- We offer robust development and growth support to all our employees, ensuring you have the resources and opportunities to thrive 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.
To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
About this role
The Executive Officer provides expert advice to the Executive Director, Government Relations, Strategy and Violence Prevention on a range of high-level executive, secretariat, and project support services, including leading strategic branch-wide projects, managing communications and implementing strategies to support the achievement of the organisation’s strategic and operational objectives.
Crown Clerk 11/12, starting salary from $149,739 - $173,174 p.a. 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
- Lead the preparation and coordination of strategic advice, information, correspondence and reports on diverse and complex policy, planning and operational matters.
- Lead branch-wide projects to support the achievement of organisation-level strategic and operational objectives.
- Lead the Executive Office team as they develop, implement and evaluate administrative practices, systems and procedures to optimise the achievement of quality outcomes.
- Collaborate with the Executive and other stakeholders on a wide range of sensitive, confidential, and urgent matters to support effective business relationships.
- Provide issues management and support, responding to emerging issues to ensure effective resolution with minimal risk to the organisation
About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:
- Excellent communication and time management skills, who can apply a high-level, strategic lens to coordinate the delivery of high-quality advice in an ever-changing environment.
- The ability to build and maintain relationships with a wide range of key stakeholders to support efficient business operations and timely issue resolution on a range of sensitive, confidential and urgent matters.
- Solutions-oriented, with a growth mindset and demonstrable commitment to continuous learning and personal development.
- The ability to lead small teams to design, implement and sustain critical Executive Office projects that support the achievement of branch-wide, division-wide and/or organisation-level strategic and operational objectives.
- Provide consistent, high-quality support to the Executive in a high-pressure, high volume, dynamic and demanding work 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) 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 Gregory Westenberg on gregory.westenberg@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ598124.
If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Lisa Byrne on lisa.byrne@health.nsw.gov.au
Closing Date: 11:59pm Wednesday 27 August 2025
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: 11:59pm Wednesday 27 August 2025
