Policy Officer

Join the Health Workforce Taskforce hosted at Ministry of Health for an exciting temporary employment (up to 30 June 2027) opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.

About us 

• We are committed to your growth and development, providing the resources and opportunities you need to excel 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.
• Explore boundless potential in a dynamic environment.
• Join a passionate team dedicated to innovation and creativity.
• While regular office presence is essential, we offer flexible work arrangements to support your needs.
• Committed to fostering diverse and inclusive workplace for all.

To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.

About this 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.

Join the Health Workforce Taskforce for an exciting opportunity as a highly organised policy officer to provide comprehensive support in a committee secretariat role. You will play a key role in smooth and efficient operation of the Taskforce and support for its members who include senior workforce policy executives from each state and territory and Commonwealth health departments. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a dynamic policy environment and contribute to growing the health workforce needed to support the Australian community.

The Health Workforce Taskforce leads national health ministers’ workforce priorities and is Chaired by the Director General, Department of Health, Western Australia. You will coordinate the business of the Taskforce including agendas, minutes, meetings papers and provide support to members and assist with finances and projects related to Taskforce business. You will work in a supportive workforce policy team located in the NSW Ministry of Health which manages the secretariat on behalf of all health jurisdictions.

Crown Clerk 7/8, starting salary from $113,574 - $125,720 plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week.

For more information, please read the full Role Description.

About you 
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with: 

• Experience in providing effective secretariat or executive support.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel), Microsoft Teams and Adobe Acrobat Pro.
• The ability to work in a small dynamic team environment
• Understanding of government policy processes and the Australian health workforce

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), cover letter (1-2 pages) AND demonstrate your ability by attaching a response to the two target questions below.

Target Questions (1-2 pages)

1. Describe a time where you coordinated a project, committee or event and were required to deliver a number of concurrent objectives with competing deadlines.  What steps did you take to ensure deadlines were met and outcomes achieved? What was the result?
2. The Health Workforce Taskforce Secretariat engages with a range of stakeholders including Taskforce members, government agencies and non-government stakeholders. Please describe a project you have been part of where stakeholder engagement was key – outline the different strategies used and your role in these.

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 Robin Flynn on 0412 038 641 or robin.flynn@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ62076.

If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Frankie De Luca on frankie.deluca@health.nsw.gov.au

Closing Date: 11:59pm, Sunday 11 January 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

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!

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday 11 January 2025