Policy Officer - St Leonards, Australia - Ministry of Health

Ministry of Health

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St Leonards, Australia

2 weeks ago

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Description

Employment type:
Permanent Full time

35 hour working week, in a hybrid working environment
Be a part of an inclusive workplace that reflects the communities we serve
Join an organisation that is passionate about supporting our people to contribute to a worldclass health system in NSW

About this role
The Policy Officer, System Management Branch (SMB), will provide support to the Director of Patient Safety First.

This role coordinates activities and programs in relation to supporting the achievement of the NSW Health performance Framework objectives through the Patient Safety First Unit, System Management Branch.

The Patient Safety First Unit's focus is to strengthen safety and quality of care in NSW.

Patient Safety First works with the districts/networks and Directors of Clinical Governance in partnership with the Clinical Excellence Commission, eHealth, Agency for Clinical Innovation, and other Ministry of Health branches to support the NSW Health Future Health:
Strategic Framework.

Crown Clerk 7/8, salary from $101,947 - $112,849 p.a. plus Super and annual leave loading.

For more information, read the full Role Description.

What you'll be doing

Undertake components of performance management and monitoring activities, particularly related to critical issues management.
Assist in the preparation of highquality written advice in the form of reports, briefs, policy, discussion papers or circulars to inform or respond to requests,
Liaise with key staff in the Ministry, public health organisations and stakeholder representatives to communicate NSW Health's position, objectives, and priorities.
Participate in project management activities to assist with improving health system performance.
Provide administrative support to the Director of Patient Safety First as required.

About You

We are seeking motivated and committed individuals with:

Demonstrated experience in the provision of health services in a complex and multi-disciplinary environment.
The ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to work in a small dynamic team environment

How to apply

Targeted Question (up to 1 page)

In this role you will help to prepare high level documents in short timeframes for senior leaders. Describe a time where you have demonstrated highlevel written communication abilities. How do you know if the document you have provided is of high quality?

Closing Date:
Tuesday, 7 February 2023

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.

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.

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.
Please note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role
As a provider of essential services across Australia, NSW Health plays a critical role in the community. It is our priority to ensure we provide our workforce and our community with a healthy and safe workplace environment. Considering the significant risks posed by COVID19, the Ministry of Health expects all workers to be fully vaccinated against COVID19, and you will be required to show proof of your COVID19 vaccination status prior to securing this role._

Applications Close: 11:59pm Tuesday, 7 February 2023