Senior Project Officer
Expressions of interest are being sought from NSW Health staff wishing to apply to this five (5) month internal opportunity. In order to be eligible to apply for this role, you must be a permanent/ongoing employee or a temporary employee.
This is a secondment opportunity where you are required to have permission from your home agency to be released from your usual duties for the period.
- Employment type: 5 month secondment (full time)
- 35 hour working week, in a hybrid working environment
- Be part of the vibrant and professional team improving the health of our communities in millions of ways every day.
- Participate in purposeful and innovative work
About this role
Looking for a job where you can create positive change? A temporary role is available at the Centre for Alcohol & Other Drugs, where you can support NSW Health to improve the health and wellbeing of people at risk of or experiencing harms from alcohol and other drug use.
In this role, you'll lead the development and delivery of AOD education and prevention programs and provide the community with clear, evidence-based information on AOD issues. You’ll work with key stakeholders across the state, collaborate with other teams and help shape the future of AOD prevention.
Crown Clerk 9/10, salary from $129,464 - $142,665 plus Super and annual leave loading
For more information, read the full Role Description.
What you'll be doing
The main focus areas will be leading:
- an open and competitive grants process for the CDAT program;
- project and contract management of Aboriginal youth focused prevention grants; and
- FASD communications and activities.
About you:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Excellent project and contract management skills
- Experience in health promotion or public health
- The ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders
- The ability to work in a small dynamic team environment
If you're passionate about public health, have strong communication skills, and want to make a real difference, we'd love to hear from you!
How to apply
All applicants must review the role description and apply by submitting an up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and cover letter (1-2 pages) AND explain your interest and suitability to the role.
Closing Date: Sunday 28 September 2025
Additional information
- This is a NSW Health internal EOI and decisions will be made upon review of all submissions. Offers for this position are dependent on capacity to release the applicants from their current position/role. Please note the selection process will include an informal interview and work sample only to determine your suitability.
- You can only be employed for a total period of up to 12 months via this expression of interest
- For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal
Working at The Ministry of Health
The position is located in St Leonards, in a modern, purpose-built building within an activity-based working environment. Close to public transport, cafés and local amenities.
Benefits
The Ministry of Health offers its employees challenging and rewarding work with opportunities for career progression, learning, development and work-life balance. To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
For role related queries or questions contact Lisa Russell on russell1@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ604553.
If you do require an adjustment during the recruitment process, contact Frankie De Luca on Frankie.deluca@health.nsw.gov.au
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.
Applications Close: Sunday 28 September 2025
