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Ministry of Health

Principal Policy Officer

St Leonards

October 11, 2024

Principal Policy Officer, Community Health and Primary Care

  • An exciting opportunity is available for a dynamic individual to join the Ministry of Health in a key strategic role to lead on a range of priority issues and programs relating to palliative care and end of life care
  • Ongoing role


About this role
The Principal Policy Officer, Community Health and Primary Care provides professional and organisational leadership in the development, implementation and evaluation of strategic policy frameworks and responses which enable the achievement of the Department's/agency's planned outcomes, and alignment with broader Government objectives. The role of the Principal Policy Officer is to lead and manage the development and evaluation of strategic policies and projects relating to palliative care and end of life care, and other community-based services and policy areas, with a particular focus on achieving more integrated care for the NSW population.


The Principal Policy Officer provides strategic advice to Director, Community Care and Priority Populations regarding current, evolving or emerging policy issues to facilitate executive decision-making and ensures effective planning and program management to deliver against objectives and timeframes, leading a team of policy professionals and drawing on effective relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders.


Essential Requirements
The successful candidate will have:


  • Relevant tertiary qualifications or demonstrated equivalent professional experience.


To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.


Crown Clerk Grade 11/12, starting salary from $139,787 - $161,663 p.a. (plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week)


For more information, please read the full Role Description.

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) explaining your interest and motivation in applying for this role and highlighting your relevant skills.

For role related queries or questions please contact Liz Junck on 02 9391 9472 and quote REQ521940.

If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Lisa Byrne on lisa.byrne@health.nsw.gov.au

Closing Date: 11:59pm Sunday 27 October 2024



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.
  • 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 27 October 2024

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