Senior Policy Officer, Key Worker Accommodation

Join the Infrastructure and Asset Management Division at Ministry of Health for an exciting temporary employment opportunity for a 12 month contract with possibility of extension and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. 
 

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• 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.

• Build your career in health policy and healthcare quality. 

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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 Senior Policy Officer, Key Worker Accommodation will work closely with other NSW Health Entities and Government agencies on key health worker accommodation related matters to coordinate, develop and communicate complex policies to support NSW Health to implement a statewide policy framework for key worker housing. You’ll be diving into policy and legislation analysis and researching business-as-usual activities to drive innovative policy reform projects in the key worker housing space. 
 

Whether it’s drafting policies, managing stakeholder consultations, or supporting the development of a new technological solution, your work will directly contribute to key worker attraction and retention which leads to improved clinical services. You’ll be staying across the latest developments in key worker housing, which calls for sharp research skills, clear communication, and the ability to gather people together to achieve program deliverables. 
 

Crown Clerk 9/10, starting salary from $129,464 - $142,665 plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week, work location- 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards. 
 

For more information, please read the full Role Description 
 
What you’ll be doing 

• Developing and managing program objectives associated with policy and operational reform. 

• Designing and tailoring engagement approaches to a diverse and geographically-dispersed stakeholder group. 

• Managing stakeholder consultation and working groups to gather data and support policy formulation and development of a technological solution.

• Supporting the implementation of key worker accommodation policy and driving efficiencies. 

• Coordinating the implementation of operational systems, asset management practices and workflows to ensure key worker accommodation optimisation. 

• Preparing papers, submissions, reports and correspondence to ensure briefs and other documentation accords with the Health and Government guidelines.
   

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

• Experience in policy development and analysis within a government or regulatory setting. 

• Proficiency in coordinating multi-stakeholder consultations and working groups to support policy and program delivery.

• Ability to manage and interpret program data to track progress, identify emerging issues, and inform decision-making. 

• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, to effectively convey ideas and collaborate with team members. 

• Outstanding stakeholder engagement skills, fostering strong relationships and ensuring alignment with diverse stakeholders to achieve outcomes. 

• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment. 

• A solid understanding of how government works or experience interpreting/implementing policies that support Government agencies. 

• Experience or knowledge in supporting the development of technological solutions which support policy implementation.
   

Essential requirements of the role

• Experience in policy development and working within structured frameworks such as government, corporate governance, or regulated environments, with the ability to understand and apply relevant legislation and policy. 

• Demonstrated knowledge of and/or experience in key worker housing is preferred. 
   

How to apply 
1) 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. 
 

2) Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and Cover letter (1-2 pages maximum) explaining your interest and motivation in applying for this role and highlighting your relevant skills. 
 

3) 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, please contact the hiring manager Daryl Goder at Daryl.Goder@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ607058 
 

If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Karen Kennedy at karen.kennedy8@health.nsw.gov.au 
 
Applications close: 11:59pm Sunday 14 December 2025 
Interview details: Please note that due to the upcoming holiday period, assessments and interviews for this role will commence in late January 2026. We encourage you to submit your application now, and we will keep you informed about next steps once the recruitment process resumes.