Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until 19 November 2027 Position Classification: Health Mgr Lvl 4 Remuneration: 153559
- 182954 full-time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging) Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ702204

Location:
Negotiable Applications Close: Midnight on 1 November 2026 For role related queries or questions contact Gretchen Buck on Gretchen.
[email protected] At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives. As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care. Applicants from across NSW are encouraged to apply. The location for the role will be determined by the successful applicant’s geographical location at either SCHN or HNELHD. Should the successful applicant live elsewhere, a NSW Health location or facility at a relevant Local Health District close to the successful applicants geographical location will be negotiated with a relevant Local Health District if required. What You'll Be Doing The Strategic Initiatives Lead, NSW Children, Young People and Families Health Network (CYPFHN) leads the development and implementation of initiatives that improve care for children, young people and their families. The role provides strategic and implementation advice to the Senior Manager, CYPFHN, working collaboratively with stakeholders to deliver agreed priorities aligned with clinical and operational directions. CYPFHN is a statewide service hosted by Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network (SCHN) and Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD). CYPFHN is a diverse, multidisciplinary dispersed team. The key purpose of CYPFHN is to support statewide implementation of strategic priorities for the health of children, young people and families. CYPFHN works system wide, working collaboratively with clinical staff, senior management, and executive stakeholders from Local Health Districts (LHDs) and Specialty Health Networks (SHNs), NSW Health agencies, clinical networks, peer groups and communities of practice to implement statewide priority projects.



Projects typically focus on the implementation of change or other key initiatives aligned with the strategic directions for children, young people and families in NSW. Additional Benefits (where applicable): Flexible work opportunities, Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits, accrued days off (ADOs), fitness passport, employee assistance program (EAP)

How To Apply
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
• A resume (maximum 5 pages) outlining your experience
• Responses to the questions below:
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in a health, public policy or related field and/or demonstrated substantial experience in health service improvement, program development, change management, policy implementation or system-level initiatives within complex environment
• Demonstrated experience leading complex initiatives focused on service improvement or system reform, including analysing and defining problems, working with stakeholders to develop solutions, applying evidence and best practice, supporting implementation, monitoring progress and evaluating outcomes.
• A proven track record of working successfully with other professionals and disciplines as part of a senior management team with demonstrated ability to interact with people at all levels, create and sustain partnerships across entities, motivate and influence others.
• Demonstrated leadership experience, ability to empower and motivate teams, highly developed interpersonal and negotiation skills incorporating a high standard of communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience in analysing and interpreting complex information and data.
• Demonstrated experience supporting, guiding or mentoring others to contribute to successful implementation of initiatives and achievement of organisational objectives.




• Evidence of effective time-management and organisational skills with ability to prioritise competing demands and competence in the use of Microsoft Office and a range of computer systems.
• Valid unrestricted drivers licence for use in NSW and willingness to travel in the course of employment, including overnight stays as required. Child Safe Standards SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel secure, 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. Additional Information SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families. Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified. Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia. An Eligibility List may be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies. Need more information?
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• Find out more about applying for this position Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at [email protected] For technical support please contact 1300 679 367 Learn more about The Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube

📌 Strategic Initiatives Lead (Australia)
🏢 Sydney Children's Hospitals Network
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