Director Information, Policy and Community Engagement

Help shape better access to healthcare for rural, regional and remote communities through strategic policy, data-informed decision making and community engagement.

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.

While regular office presence is essential, we offer flexible work arrangements to support your needs.

Committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace for all.

About the role

This is a unique executive leadership opportunity to help shape the future of rural, regional and remote healthcare across NSW.

As Director Information, Policy and Community Engagement, you will lead strategic policy, business intelligence, issue management and community engagement initiatives that support better access to care. Working across government, health services and community partners, you will use evidence, data and strong relationships to inform decisions, strengthen system performance and improve outcomes for patients, carers and communities. You will influence senior decision-making, lead a high-performing team and contribute to meaningful change in a complex and rewarding environment.

What you will be doing

Lead system-wide information, policy and community engagement strategies that support improved health outcomes across rural, regional and remote NSW.

Drive collaboration with data, policy and operational stakeholders to strengthen business intelligence, performance monitoring and evidence-based decision making.

Provide executive leadership for issue management, risk identification and strategic responses to complex regional health challenges.

Build and maintain influential partnerships across government, health services, primary care, community and non-government organisations.

Lead the evaluation of policies and programs, ensuring outcomes remain patient-centred and aligned with government priorities.

About you





We are looking for an experienced executive leader who can bring:

Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent professional experience in a related field.

Executive leadership experience in complex organisations, including policy development, governance and strategic planning.

A strong record of building productive relationships with senior stakeholders across government, health and community sectors.

Solid analytical skills, with experience using data and evidence to inform policy, performance and service improvement.

Excellent communication, negotiation and influencing skills, with the ability to lead change and deliver outcomes.

Adjustments

If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Karen Kennedy on **************@health.nsw.gov.au

Closing Date: Sunday 25 October 2026, 11:59pm

Applications Close: Sunday 25 October 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.

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, a permanent resident, 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.

For more information on applying visit our 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.

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📌 Director Information, Policy and Community Engagement (St Leonards)
🏢 NSW Health
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