Senior Project Officer (Nursing), Safe Staffing Levels
Position Classification: Senior Project Officer (Nursing), Safe Staffing Levels, Workplace Relations Branch
Remuneration: $147420.11 - $150008.17 per annum plus Super
Hours Per Week: 35 hours
Requisition ID: REQ581910
Join our Industrial Relations and Management team at Ministry of Health for an exciting temporary opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.
About us
- 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.
- While regular office presence is essential, we offer flexible work arrangements to support your needs.
- Build your career utilising your highly developed project management and stakeholder engagement skills as part of a dynamic team.
To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
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.
Join a high-impact team delivering on one of the NSW Government’s key election commitments – Safe Staffing Levels. This is your opportunity to contribute to workforce reform with statewide impact across the NSW Health system. You’ll work closely with senior nursing and industrial relations leaders to deliver the Safe Staffing Levels project. The role is dynamic and strategic, combining hands-on project coordination and stakeholder engagement. You’ll enjoy variety in your work, from liaising with Local Health Districts, supporting statewide implementation and writing high-level briefs and reports.
Nurse Manager Grade 4, starting salary from $147420.11 - $150008.17 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
As Senior Project Officer (Nursing), be responsible for a diverse range of priority project management activities.
- Coordinate and manage key elements of the Safe Staffing Levels project, ensuring key milestones are delivered on time.
- Undertake project documentation and prepare high-level written advice including briefing materials, presentations, and reports to a high standard.
- Liaise with Local Health Districts and other stakeholders resolve challenges and support implementation.
- Monitor project performance through the tracking of key indicators, identifying risks and mitigation strategies as required.
- Demonstrate initiative and ownership of assigned work, proactively identifying opportunities for improvement and contributing to the development of effective strategies.
About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:
- Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
- A growth mindset, and commitment to continuous learning and personal development.
- The ability to work in a small dynamic team environment.
- Demonstrated experience in nursing/midwifery workforce management or a related nursing/midwifery leadership role within the public health system.
- Strong project and change management skills, including planning, stakeholder engagement, and risk mitigation.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience in preparing briefs, reports and presentations.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively across complex stakeholder environments and manage competing priorities.
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.
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
Target Questions
- Describe a complex project you have led in a healthcare setting. What strategies did you use to ensure it was delivered on time, within scope, and what was the outcome?
- Describe a time you led or influenced a team or group of stakeholders through a challenging change or initiative. How did you approach collaboration, and what leadership qualities did you draw on to achieve a successful outcome?
For role related queries or questions contact Alexandra Sechi on Alexandra.Sechi@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ581910.
If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Anu Kundu on Anu.kundu@health.nsw.gov.au
Closing Date: 4 July 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
- 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.
- 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: 4 July 2025
