Position details at Tasmanian Government

, Trentino – Alto Adige/Südtirol, Italy -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Aug, 26

Salary

148863.0

Posted On

08 May, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Strategic Leadership, People Management, Workforce Planning, Data Analytics, Supply and Demand Modelling, Scenario Planning, Forecasting, Communication, Influence, Negotiation, Governance, Evidence-based Decision Making

Industry

Government Administration

Description

The Team: The Workforce Strategy and Planning Unit (WSPU) provides statewide leadership in cross‑sectoral health workforce strategy, policy and planning, including medical workforce policy and strategy, to build a sustainable, skilled and future‑ready workforce for Tasmania. The Unit delivers integrated, evidence‑based workforce planning aligned with service and infrastructure planning, leads implementation and monitoring of the Health Workforce Sustainability Strategy and Plan, and ensures alignment with national workforce reforms and priorities. The Role: This position leads the Workforce Planning Team to deliver strategic, integrated workforce planning aligned with, and supporting delivery of, the Health Workforce Sustainability Strategy and Plan 2025–2030. The role provides strategic oversight of workforce projections, analytics, supply and demand modelling, scenario planning and forecasting, and leads the development, refinement and implementation of planning frameworks, tools, methodologies and governance arrangements that enable integrated, evidence‑based workforce planning. In doing so, the position drives a collaborative, high‑performing team culture that reduces siloed working, strengthens cross‑functional ways of working, and embeds evidence‑informed decision‑making across the planning function. You will need: * High-level strategic leadership and people management experience. * Experience leading complex workforce planning and analytics functions in a health system or comparable environment. * Highly developed communication, influence and negotiation skills. Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application. Why Tasmania: The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites. Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work. Details of appointment: Permanent full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight. *notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant. Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies. Position Features: May require occasional intra/interstate travel. Salary: $139,470 to $148,863 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount. * Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022. Benefits available to eligible candidates: * Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family. More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here [https://www.health.tas.gov.au/careers/employee-benefits] Eligibility: Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable: * Bachelor degree in a relevant discipline such as health administration, public policy, management, behavioural or social sciences, economics, data science or a related field; or * Experience leading complex workforce planning and analytics functions in a health system or comparable environment. Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check. Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance. Statement of Duties: Manager - Workforce Planning Band8.docx [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMt6O1WPfRnzUvH6xYWszbaW1XBsQR-2JosbtS1BsjgaJ6BU90_7IoRsvbMAV1YM1Nh71ole-8s7xU4UDDJCxeXVup1fsOpiMTdIHphTaZd3qL12ls6KtavEC-nUQGmGntzr34W-eIUF_x-8b6d7XszKg%7e%7e] Application Guide: Applicant Guide.docx [https://secure.dc2.pageuppeople.com/apply/TransferRichTextFile.ashx?sData=UFUtVjMt5zP2DDrlb__JL5Qa24kA9mtqzGOFoT2s_hV5rfW6EyvXuyVAN9rQXx-5lPZyS2jIP_KwvT-8GBXX7mE71UNWEVgtxiUvpt7G-v113qzvdqyRkXsMtvc4czmuZj8cb6_M_lujC2hKi2KZhxA8P0X90w%7e%7e] How to apply: Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered. You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required. For more information: Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy. Helen Mulcahy Director Health Workforce Planning (03) 61661084 or 0409 173 788 helen.mulcahy@health.tas.gov.au [helen.mulcahy@health.tas.gov.au] What it is like working at the Department of Health? Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania! Make It Tasmania | Move for a great lifestyle [https://makeittasmania.com.au/] One Health Podcast - Spotify [https://open.spotify.com/show/1exxefRfdL4bmGiKhalgvw] One Health Podcast - Apple [https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/one-health-podcast/id1737709275] Tasmanian Health Careers | Tasmanian [https://tasmanian.com.au/health/] Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023). Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.

Responsibilities

Lead the Workforce Planning Team to deliver strategic, integrated workforce planning aligned with the Health Workforce Sustainability Strategy and Plan 2025–2030. Provide oversight of workforce projections, analytics, and the implementation of planning frameworks and governance arrangements.