Manager, Strategic Policy and Program Support
Role Title: Manager, Strategic Policy and Program Support
Employment Type:TemporaryFull Time (up to Oct ****)
Position Classification:Health Manager Level 4
Remuneration:$153,559-$182,954, plus Superannuation
Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards NSW
Hours Per Week:38 hours
Requisition ID:REQ******
Closing Date: Tuesday 27 October ****, 11:59pm
Join the Strategic Policy and Program Support team in the Communicable Diseases Branch, Health Protection NSW for an exciting prospect 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.
While regular office presence is essential, we offer flexible work arrangements to support your needs.
Committed to fostering diverse and inclusive workplace for all.
About the role
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions myriad of ways we are enhancing health and wellness while developing your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
As Manager, Strategic Policy and Program Support in the Communicable Diseases Branch, Health Protection NSW, you will lead a team of public health professionals in the design, development, implementation and evaluation of policies and programs for the prevention, surveillance, investigation and control of communicable diseases and incidents in NSW.
For more information, please read the full Role Description.
What you will be doing




Provide expert policy and strategic advice on issues relating to, but not limited to, communicable disease prevention, investigation, management and control.
Develop relationships and partnerships, and collaborate and consult with key stakeholders, including with Local Health Districts, NSW Government partners, other Australian jurisdictional agencies, and non- government and community-based organisations.
Develop and revise communicable disease management policies and program resources in consultation with stakeholders and in line with the latest best practice evidence.
Represent the NSW Health position on communicable diseases at Commonwealth and State levels with government departments, non-government organisations, industry, health professionals and the community, and development of policy responses for these forums.
About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:
Postgraduate qualifications in public health or related discipline, and/or equivalent experience.
Capacity to lead and engender enthusiasm in a multi-disciplinary team, to delegate effectively and to contribute to the success of others.
Excellent leadership and negotiation skills with demonstrated experience of working effectively with internal and external stakeholders to achieve outcomes.
Ability to self-direct, work under pressure and deliver products within agreed timeframes.
Experience in developing and implementing policies, guidelines, clinical practices and procedures for communicable disease control, and applying appropriate evaluation methods.
Closing Date: Tuesday 27 October ****, 11:59pm
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📌 Manager, Strategic Policy And Program Support (Sydney)
🏢 NSW Health
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