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Senior Project & Planning OfficerFull Time, OngoingJoin our Strategic Planning, Economics and Experience Branch at Ministry of Health and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.About usWe offer robust development and growth support to all our employees, ensuring you have the resources and opportunities to thrive in your career.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.Embrace a healthy work-life balance with our flexible/hybrid working hours.To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.About this roleWith your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways were enhancing health and wellness while developing your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.This role will provide you with an exciting opportunity to join the Service Planning Strategy Unit where you can influence key areas of planning for the NSW Health system.We are seeking a high-performing individual to join the Service Planning Strategy Policy Unit. We are a team who collaborate with Local Health Districts, Specialty Health Networks, other Ministry of Health teams and NSW Health entities in relation to statewide service planning, to support the achievement of NSW Healths service planning and reform objectives. As a Senior Planning and Policy Officer, you will be able to enhance your skills in managing statewide projects, report writing, stakeholder management and literature and policy analysis. Previous experience in health service strategy and planning, health policy and or government experience would be considered advantageous for this role.The role is an ongoing HM3 role, starting salary from $132,236 - $150,222 plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 38-hour work week.For more information, please read the full Role Description.What you''ll be doingUndertake strategy implementation, service plan development, implementation and evaluation activities and projects for the Ministry of Health and related government agencies addressing current and emerging key strategic and service planning priorities and policy issues.Provide advice and support to the Branch, senior executives, and staff across the NSW Health Service and the Ministry of Health to consistently interpret and apply policies and practices in relation to services planning, diagnostic and treatment health technology issues. Undertake research, analysis and evaluation of system changes, policies and practices to assess their potential impact on service utilisation and service planning.Prepare high quality written advice in the form of reports, briefs, policy, discussion papers, or circulars to inform, respond to requests, or initiate consideration of new policy initiatives.Liaise, communicate, and consult with key staff in public health organisations and stakeholder representatives to secure their engagement and ensure effective interface on policy and program development, planning and implementation.Lead and participate in quantitative and qualitative research to address policy issues and inform policy development.About youWe are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:Expertise in clinical service planning and health system strategy, with strong knowledge of relevant policies, legislation, and emerging service delivery issues.Proven ability in project management and strategic development, including preparing detailed reports and complex correspondence under strict deadlines.Strong collaborative and relationship-building skills, effectively working in dynamic, multidisciplinary environments with clinicians, managers, staff, and external stakeholders.Consistently demonstrates behaviours that reinforce the CORE Values of our organisation; Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.Previous experience in health service strategy and planning, health policy and or government experience would be considered advantageous for this role.How to applyAt The Ministry of Health, we want you to make the most of the opportunities youll 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) ANDExplaining your interest and motivation in applying for this role and highlighting your relevant skills ORDemonstrate 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 CommissionTarget Questions (1-2 pages)Provide an example of a time where you have developed and/or implemented a complex project. What was your role and approach to progressing the project, and what was the outcome?Describe your approach to undertaking projects, meeting competing priorities dealing with diverse stakeholders and organising your workload to ensure deadlines are met and that work is of a high standard.For role related queries or questions contact Gerard Duck, Acting Executive Director, Strategic Planning, Economics and Experience Branch at and quote REQ643555.If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Lisa Byrne on .Closing Date: 11:59pm Monday 23 March 2026Our commitment to diversity and inclusionAt 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 informationThis 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 Monday 23 March 2026