SCHN - Principal, Digital Enablement - REQ621735
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health Mgr Lvl 5
Remuneration: 173345 - 193906 full time equivalent base salary range (excludes super, leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 40
Requisition ID: REQ621735
Location: Westmead
Applications Close: Midnight on 6 December 2025
Sydney Children's Hospitals Network is the largest paediatric health care entity in Australia. We care for thousands of children each year in our hospitals and in their homes — with one purpose in mind — to help young people live their healthiest lives.
What you'll be doing
The Principal, Digital Enablement is a senior leadership role within the Digital Health of SCHN’s Strategy & Innovation Directorate. This position leads the Digital Enablement team and is accountable for delivering high-impact digital initiatives that advance SCHN’s strategic objectives.
As a key member of the Digital Health senior leadership team, the role contributes to strategic direction, operational planning, and resource management. It also plays a critical part in shaping policies and frameworks aligned with SCHN priorities, NSW Ministry of Health and eHealth strategies, and applicable legislation and standards.
Key Areas of Oversight:
- Portfolio Management – Lead the planning, execution, and governance of digital projects and initiatives.
- Training and Support – Drive capability development and ensure effective user support across digital platforms.
- Customer Engagement and Demand Management – Foster stakeholder engagement and manage demand for digital services.
- Digital Redevelopment and Refurbishment – Leading digital transformation efforts in infrastructure and service delivery
- Enterprise Architecture and Systems – Guide the design, integration and support of scalable, interoperable digital systems.
- DevOps for Digital Products – Manage the lifecycle of digital products using agile and continuous improvement practices.
About You
We’re looking for someone who:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications in ICT, Health, Finance or Management or demonstrated experience with a proven track record in managing large programs and leading multidisciplinary teams, within a large and complex clinical ICT service environment.
- Experienced in managing ICT portfolios by planning, tracking progress, optimizing resource use across projects, and ensuring deliverables align with overall goals.
- Skilled in creating and executing digital health strategies and enterprise architecture that ensure scalable, secure, and interoperable systems, while aligning with clinical and operational goals.
How to Apply
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
- A resume detailing relevant knowledge, skills and experience (maximum 5 pages)
- Answers to the selection criteria in the Position Description
Additional Benefits (for eligible employees)
- Salary packaging for tax savings
- Meal entertainment savings
- Accrued Day Off (ADO) for Full Time employees
- Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Fitness Passport
- Flexible Work Practice Opportunities
Need more information?
- Click here for the Position Description.
- Find out more about applying for this position
- Learn more about The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network
- Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application.
Further Contacts and Support
For role related queries or questions contact Jian Liu on Jian.Liu@health.nsw.gov.au
We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact the customer services team on 1300 679 367.
Child Safe Standards
SCHN is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Additional Information
Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria in Position Description. Please ensure that you review this document to understand the full requirements of the role.
NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs.
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers.
Employment of temporary visa holders is only considered if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing. Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
For roles that require formal qualifications, please note that overseas qualifications must be assessed by the Department of Education or the relevant authority appointed by the Australian Government for skilled migration purposes.
Eligibility List
An eligibility list may be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
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