Department for Health and Wellbeing – Strategy & Governance – Strategy and Intergovernment Relations Salary: $98,478 to $104,165 – ASO6 – Full Time / Term Contract up to 12 Months Overview: The Senior Policy Officer: Is responsible for the successful delivery of a range of strategic projects aligned to whole of system state priorities and reform initiatives, as well as national policy advice on complex and sensitive issues; Is responsible for the provision of accurate and timely policy advice and analysis in relation to the Department’s intergovernmental agreements and other intergovernment matters, including advice to the Chief Executive and Minister, and other senior officials, for various national forums as required; Is responsible for the management of significant and complex projects and the analysis of issues of strategic importance to the Department; and Contributes to the Strategy and Intergovernment Relations Branch by taking responsibility for ensuring quality and thorough analysis in all required tasks. The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role. Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job ref: 906802 Criminal History Screening Requirement A ‘National Police Certificate’ NPC (also known as a ‘Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check’ NCCHC) for employment involving no contact with vulnerable groups is required for this position (general employment) Immunisation Risk for this position is Category C (minimal patient contact) SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace. Enquiries Jacqui Garcia Manager, Intergovernment Relations & Policy Phone: 8429 2432 E-mail: jacqui.garcia@sa.gov.au Application Closing Date Friday, 11 July 2025 – 11:55PM Attachments 906802 – Senior Policy Officer, Intergovernment Relations – Strategy & Governance – Role Description.pdf Australian applicant guidelines International applicant guidelines
