Senior Allied Health Project Officer

Join our Health Professional Workforce Unit at Ministry of Health for an exciting temporary employment (up to 24 months) opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.

About us

• Explore boundless potential in a dynamic environment tackling system-wide health challenges.
•  Join a passionate team dedicated to innovation, evidence-based solutions, and improving patient outcomes.
• We offer robust development and growth support to all our employees, ensuring you have the resources and opportunities to thrive in your career.
• Embrace a healthy work-life balance with our flexible and hybrid working hours.

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.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of allied health workforce across NSW, including targeted initiatives in Radiation Therapy. You will lead system-level workforce projects, support the development and implementation of strategic solutions, and deliver outcomes that strengthen health services across the state. Embedded in the Health Professional Workforce Unit allied health team, you will engage with a wide range of stakeholders, contribute to multidisciplinary workforce planning, and help translate evidence into actionable programs. This temporary 24-month role offers exposure to high-level executive engagement, cross-organisational collaboration, and workforce innovation, while providing the flexibility to support both priority projects and ongoing allied health workforce initiatives aligned with statewide strategies.

Crown Clerk 9/10, starting salary from $129,464 - $142,665 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 and coordinate statewide workforce initiatives, including Radiation Therapy and broader allied health priorities.
• Translate policy and strategy into actionable programs that support the delivery of high-quality care. 
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to drive workforce change and collaboration across NSW Health.
• Monitor project progress, provide evidence-based advice, and report outcomes to executive stakeholders.
• Contribute to workforce planning, talent development, and system improvement initiatives, enhancing the capability of the allied health workforce.

About you 
We are seeking a motivated and highly capable allied health professional who can support NSW Health in delivering system-wide workforce initiatives. You will be experienced in:

• Experience supporting system-wide workforce initiatives, with the ability to navigate complex and evolving challenges and translate policy, strategy, and evidence into practical, implementable solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with diverse stakeholders across allied health, multidisciplinary teams, and system partners.
• Experience leading or contributing to multidisciplinary projects or programs of work, applying sound project management, analytical, and problem-solving skills to deliver high-impact outcomes.
• A resilient, adaptable approach and growth mindset, enabling effective work in a dynamic environment, both autonomously and as part of a high-performing team.
• A demonstrated interest in influencing allied health workforce planning at a state level, including contributing to priority initiatives such as Radiation Therapy workforce solutions

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) AND demonstrate your ability by attaching a response to the two target questions below.

Target Questions (1-2 pages)

1) Describe a workforce, service, or policy improvement initiative you have led or contributed to at a district or state level.
In your response, explain:
•    how you translated strategy, policy, or evidence into practical action
•    how you planned, monitored, and delivered the initiative (including managing risks or dependencies)
•    the stakeholders you engaged and how you worked across disciplines or organisations
•    the outcomes achieved and any broader workforce, service, or system impacts
(Approx. 500 words)

2)  Provide an example of how you have worked with diverse stakeholders across disciplines or organisations to address a complex or politically sensitive challenge.
In your response, explain:
•    how you analysed the environment and identified key priorities or constraints
•    how you built relationships and influenced outcomes
•    the strategies you used to manage competing perspectives, maintain momentum, and achieve progress
•    what you learned that informs your approach to complex workforce or system change
(Approx. 500 words)

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 Karla Armson on Karla.Armson@health.nsw.gov.au or and quote REQ630239.

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: Sunday 1 February 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

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 1 February 2026