Senior Project Officer
Senior Project Officer – National Health Workforce Taskforce – Implementation projects for the Independent review of Australia's regulatory settings relating to overseas health practitioners (Kruk review) – Temporary opportunity up to 30 June 2025
Are you a big picture thinker who likes to solve problems? Are you passionate about innovative solutions to important policy issues?
About us:
We are the Kruk review Project Team in the National Health Workforce Taskforce, located within the NSW Ministry of Health. We support projects on behalf of the Taskforce, addressing key recommendations from the Kruk review. (Report linked here)
- We are a passionate and innovative team dedicated to driving national health workforce policy and reforms.
- We support and embrace a healthy work-life balance with our flexible/hybrid working hours
- We are committed to growing your career in public service and health, ensuring you have resources and multiple opportunities to thrive in your career.
To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
About this role
This is an extremely rare opportunity to deliver significant reforms, relevant to the regulatory settings for internationally qualified health practitioners in Australia. It has been identified that the experienced health workforce from overseas plays a critical role in supporting the Australian health system. These reforms aim is to ensure regulatory processes are time-efficient and streamlined, while remaining rigorous and effective, for overseas applicants and all entities involved.
Crown Clerk 9/10, starting salary from $120,859 - $133,183 p.a. (plus superannuation and annual leave loading), with a 35-hour work week.
For more information, please read the full Role Description.
What you'll be doing
In addition, you will contribute to the project management and reporting functions, stakeholder management and collaboration. Key stakeholders in the projects will include the Commonwealth, state and territory health departments, Ahpra and National Boards, medical colleges and professional bodies in the health sector.
About you
- A growth mindset, and commitment to continuous learning and personal development.
- The ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
- The ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a small dynamic team environment.
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.
In your application, please submit your up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages), cover letter (up to 2 pages) and your response to a targeted question below (up to 500 words). In your cover letter and response, please explain your interest and motivation in applying for this role and highlight your relevant skills and capabilities.
Target Question (up to 500 words):
Thinking about when you were involved in a complex project, how did you plan, prioritise and adopt innovative approaches (if applicable) to deliver desired outcomes? Please provide examples of your actions and results.
For role related queries or questions contact Phuong Huynh (Principal Project Officer - Hiring Manager) on phuong.huynh2@health.nsw.gov.au.
If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Lily Flynn (Recruitment Officer) on lily.flynn@health.nsw.gov.au.
Closing Date: 11:59pm, Sunday 24 November 2024.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
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 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, Sunday 24 November 2024.
