Are You the Right Fit?
The ideal candidate is a highly organised and proactive health professional with demonstrated experience in project management, health policy implementation and stakeholder engagement within complex healthcare environments. They will possess excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary teams and multiple agencies. The successful applicant will have a proven track record of coordinating projects, delivering outcomes within established timeframes, and supporting service improvement initiatives. They will be confident engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders, capable of influencing change, and committed to improving healthcare access and patient outcomes. Experience within public health, women's health, maternity services, health service management or policy implementation will be highly regarded, along with strong analytical, reporting and problem-solving skills. Candidates who demonstrate a commitment to collaboration, respect, openness and empowerment will thrive in this role.
Selection Criteria
To help us assess your suitability for the role, please tell us as much as you can about yourself in response to the questions below.
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Relevant experience in health policy implementation and/or relevant tertiary qualifications.
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Describe your experience implementing a health policy, program, or service improvement initiative. What was your role, what challenges did you encounter, and what outcomes were achieved?
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This role requires collaboration with a broad range of stakeholders including healthcare providers, government agencies and non-government organisations. Provide an example of how you have established and maintained effective stakeholder relationships to achieve a shared goal.
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Provide an example of a project you have managed involving multiple priorities, competing deadlines and complex governance requirements. How did you ensuresuccessful delivery of project outcomes?
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This role supports the implementation of the NSW Health Policy Directive –Termination of Pregnancy. Describe how your communication, consultation and problem-solving skills would enable you to support service development, facilitate change and improve access to care across a complex health service environment.
Termination of pregnancy services can be a sensitive area of healthcare and may involve differing views among stakeholders. Please provide an example of how you have demonstrated compassionate, person-centred care while managing resistance to change or differing perspectives to achieve a positive outcome.
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More Than Just a Job – Why Work With Us?
Financial Perks
12% superannuation
Salary packaging and novated leasing via Smart Salary
Annual leave with 17.5% leave loading (for full-time and part-time staff)
One extra day off each month for full-time employees
Work-Life Balance
Flexible work options, including hybrid and varied hours (depending on the role)
Paid maternity and parental leave
Generous leave options like long service and carers leave
Grow Your Career
Access to learning opportunities through our dedicated Education and Organisational Development team, who support staff with training, workshops, and career development programs.
Health & Wellbeing
Discounted gym membership through Fitness Passport
Free and confidential support for staff and their families via our Staff Wellbeing and Support Service (EAP)
Wellbeing programs that promote mental health, resilience, and balance
Additional Information
Vaccination Requirements
Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
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