Join the eApproval program team at Ministry of Health for an exciting full time temporary employment opportunity (up to 30 June 2027 with the potential to extend) and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.
About us
- Our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment are more than just words – they are the guiding principles that shape every aspect of our work.
- Join a passionate team dedicated to innovation and creativity.
- While regular office presence is essential, we offer flexible work arrangements to support your needs.
To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.
About the role
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we are enhancing health and wellness while developing your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
eApproval is an online application which enables the end-to-end document management and workflow solution of all briefs, Ministerials and correspondence. The application enables NSW Health’s vision for a digitally enabled workplace with streamlined management of approvals.
We are looking for a Program Manager to support the Program Director in all aspects of ICT/digital project, program and portfolio management. The role works within the Digital Workplace & Information Management and provides leadership and guidance to the program management team.
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we’re enhancing health and wellness while developing your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
As the program expands to a statewide rollout in the next 3 years, it is now the best time to join the team.
Health Manager Level 5, starting salary from $180,279 - $201,662 p.a. plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 40-hour work week, work location - 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards.
For more information, please read the full Role Description.
What you will be doing
- Lead and manage the planning and delivery of critical and highly complex and/or large transformation projects to deliver organisational initiatives.
- Lead all aspects of the project management cycle, including preparing business cases and project plans, identifying and allocating resources, developing and managing budgets, communication and meeting reporting requirements to ensure project outcomes are achieved on time, on budget and to quality standards.
- Develop strategies for the continuous monitoring, evaluation and improvement of all aspects of project implementation including risk and contingency management, benefits realisation, project impact and quality measures to achieve the success of the project/s
- Lead and manage program team to successfully deliver all key milestones and outcomes of the program including onboarding of health entities to eApproval.
- Manage and develop stakeholder relationships through effective communication, negotiation and issues management to ensure program deliverables are met.
About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:
- Extensive experience and a proven record of achievement in Project/Program Management, in a large complex organisation delivering large information system projects.
- Demonstrated expertise in managing large and diverse multifunctional teams, including the ability to drive.
- High achieving, outcomes focused individual, with a reputation for the delivery of high-quality artefacts and embedding certified methodologies setting programs up for success.
- Experience in leading statewide program across NSW Health is preferred.
How to apply
At The Ministry of Health, we want you to make the most of the opportunities you will 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) AND Demonstrate your ability by attaching a response to the three target questions below.
Target Questions (1-2 pages)
- Outline the program you have developed and delivered, including completion on time, on budget and to the quality standards, within the agreed scope. What were the challenges, and the lessons learnt?
- Detail your experience in developing project plans, co-ordinating resources, reporting, risk/issue management along with running projects in the different project methodologies utilising Microsoft products.
- Tell me about a time when you faced scope creep. How did you handle this situation?
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 Commission
For role related queries or questions contact John Luk on
[email protected] and quote
REQ668386.
As an organisation we are committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Frankie De Luca on
[email protected].
For more information about adjustments for individual needs, please visit the Adjustments for individual needs | I Work For NSW and Inclusive recruitment of people with disability | NSW Government.
Closing Date: Sunday, 19 July 2026 (11:59PM)
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. For more information, please visit Diversity Inclusion Belonging.
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.
- This is a temporary role and there may be opportunities for ongoing employment at grade.
- For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal.
- Please note that the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.
Do not miss your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey! Apply now!
Applications Close: Sunday, 19 July 2026 (11:59PM)
