ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

Are you excited to make a meaningful impact on how we attract, recruit and retain a world-class health workforce? From policy nuance to system configuration, this role offers the opportunity to make your mark on projects that directly support the NSW Health workforce.

As a Senior Project Officer, you will:

• Contribute to the development and enhancement of HCM systems by gathering requirements, designing solutions, and leading testing and evaluation activities.
• Apply a sharp eye for detail to ensure system and policy designs are accurate, compliant, and fit for purpose.
• Manage policy and program initiatives that support the health workforce, with a focus on attraction, recruitment, and retention strategies.
• Provide expert advice to executives and staff across NSW Health to ensure consistent application of best-practice HCM systems and policies.
• Collaborate with key stakeholders across the public health system to ensure alignment and effective delivery of HCM initiatives.

ABOUT YOU

We’re looking for a detail-driven, strategic thinker who can navigate complex systems and policies with precision and who:

• Demonstrates a strong understanding of HCM systems including design, implementation, and user engagement.
• Has experience in consulting with internal and external stakeholders to guide policy and project outcomes.
• Builds strong, trusting relationships to support co-design and implementation of policy and system changes.
• Is adept at translating complex technical and policy issues into clear, actionable insights.
• Has the ability to work in a dynamic team environment.

For more information about the role, please read the full Role Description.

Salary: Crown Clerk 9/10, starting salary from $129,464- $142,665 plus Super and annual leave loading
Employment Type: Temporary contract until June 2027
Hours: Full-time | 35 hours per week | Hybrid work model (office and remote)
Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards
Join the Ministry of Health’s Human Capital Management (HCM) Governance team as a Senior Project Officer and play a key role in modernising and enhancing the systems that support over 150,000 employees across the NSW Health Service. Be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.