Manager, AOD Harm Reduction
Join our AOD Harm Reduction Team, Centre for Alcohol and Other Drugs at Ministry of Health for an exciting ongoing employment opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. In the AOD sector, you’ll be part of a vibrant, professional team, transforming lives and communities every day.
About us
Be part the vibrant and professional team working to improve the health of our communities.
We offer a workplace which is committed to fostering diversity and inclusion for all employees.
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.
About the 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.
The Manager, AOD Harm Reduction team leads AOD Harm Reduction strategy delivering state-wide programs and policy. Leads the NSW Health response to harm reduction at music festivals to support the delivery of safer music festivals. Other harm reduction initiatives include alcohol harm minimisation, consumer information initiatives, and take-home naloxone initiatives.
The team works with key AOD and population health stakeholders across NSW and collaborates with others across CAOD.
Crown Clerk 11/12, starting salary from $149,739 to $173,174 plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week, work location- 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards, NSW.
For more information, please read the full Role Description.
What you'll be doing
The Manager, AOD Harm Reduction leads and manages the team to deliver the AOD Harm Reduction strategy and policy, developing, implementing, monitoring, and evaluating state-wide AOD harm reduction and minimisation programs and services.
You will provide timely advice and information on current and emerging AOD harm reduction legislation, policy, programs, and initiatives, to Senior Executives and key staff within the Ministry of Health, public health organisations, related government agencies and other relevant stakeholders to ensure issues are satisfactorily addressed.
You will build effective, collaborative, professional partnerships with consumers and key stakeholders within NSW Health, other government agencies and non-government organisations, which facilitate the delivery of effective, safe and high-quality harm reduction and minimisation initiatives across the sector.
About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:
Relevant tertiary qualifications in a clinical, public health, management, or other relevant discipline; or demonstrated equivalent professional experience.
Significant experience working in public health, management, communications, education, or similar roles.
Significant knowledge and understanding of policies, legislation and guidelines impacting on public health, AOD service delivery, harm reduction and minimisation, clinical quality and safety, or related areas.
How to apply
At the NSW 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 explaining your interest and motivation in applying for this role and highlighting your relevant skills (1-2 pages) AND
1. 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.
Target Questions (1-2 pages)
1. Describe an example where you have co-ordinated the development and implementation of a significant policy, strategy, or planning initiative, preferably in a health / clinical context. Please describe the context, your role, your approach, and the outcome of the initiative.
2. Describe an example where you have provided leadership to a team to ensure consistent, effective, collaborative, and influential engagement with the key stakeholders, consumers, and suppliers of your business group, to ensure agreed outcomes are achieved.
For role related queries or questions contact Stephanie Hocking on 0404 943 077 or Stephanie.Hocking@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ616868
If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Karen Kennedy on karen.kennedy8@health.nsw.gov.au
Closing Date: Wednesday 19 November 2025 (11:59pm )
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
At the NSW 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. For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal
3. 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: Wednesday 19 November 2025 (11:59pm)
