Senior Policy Officer, Enterprise, Office for Health and Medical Research Join our Enterprise team in the Office for Health and Medical Research at Ministry of Health for an exciting temporary opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day. Employment type: Full time, temporary (22 September 2025 to 6 October 2026, maternity leave cover position)35 hours working week, in a hybrid working environmentJoin an organisation that is passionate about supporting our people to contribute to a world-class health system in NSW. The Ministry of Health is dedicated to delivering high-quality services and improving the health outcomes of the people in New South Wales. We value collaboration, innovation and excellence, as we strive to create an environment where employees can thrive and make a real difference. We offer robust development and growth support to all our employees, ensuring you have the resources and opportunities to thrive in your career. To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook. About This Role We are looking for a high performing Senior Policy Officer to join the Enterprise Team, Office for Health and Medical Research. The Enterprise Team manages programs and policies that support the NSW health and medical technology sector to develop and commercialise research to create healthier communities and deliver better patient care. The Senior Policy Officer is responsible for program management for the Office for Health and Medical Research’s Intellectual Property and Commercialisation Central Support Service. This includes a range of projects and policy development supporting clinicians, researchers, managers and executives in NSW Public Health Organisations with health research intellectual property and commercialisation. The Senior Policy Officer also manages projects focused on connection NSW Health research innovations with private sector investment opportunities. Crown Clerk 9/10, starting salary from $129,464 - $142,665 p.a. plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week. For more information, please read the full Role Description. What You'll Be Doing In this role, you will: Plan, prepare, maintain and review program and project management documentation across the programDevelop and maintain effective working relationships with key internal and external stakeholders to support program delivery, through communication, negotiation, and issue managementUndertake research and analysis, identifying trends and preparing project briefs to support informed decision-making and planningMentor and guide others in the team with a focus on continuous improvement and regular constructive feedbackDevelop and implement revisions to NSW Health’s policy on intellectual property arising from health research, including stakeholder consultation and communicationManage an Intellectual Property and Commercialisation Supplier Panel, including planning and delivering procurement processes and triaging, assessing and managing requests for supportManage the escalation and resolution of complex queries and issues within the Office and with relevant subject matter experts Develop and implement a centralised governance committee for intellectual property assessment and adviceCommunicate key information about the Intellectual Property and Commercialisation Central Support Service and related issues in stakeholder presentations and information sessionsManage a contract with an external stakeholder focused on connection NSW Health research innovations with private sector investment opportunities, including compliance and considerations for future funding. You may also have opportunities to support complementary projects across the team and Office for Health and Medical Research. About You To be successful in this role you will have: Substantial proven experience in project and/or policy development and managementExceptional communication skills with the ability to tailor communications on complex issues to a variety of audiencesStrong stakeholder engagement experience, including consultation and management of complex relationships throughout projectsStrong organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, handling highly sensitive and confidential informationAbility to work collaboratively in a small dynamic team environment and manage your own workloadAbility to quickly understand new tasks or subject matter and respond effectively to shifting workloads and time-critical prioritiesStrong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify and manage risks and issues Experience with government procurement and contract management processesKnowledge of the health and medical research and translation system, and intellectual property issues, is an advantage but not essential. How To Apply At The Ministry of Health, we want you to make the most of the opportunities you’ll get to grow your skills and your career, surrounded by authentic, smart people and leaders. Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and cover letter (1-2 pages) AND demonstrate your ability by attaching a response to the two target questions below. Use the link below to access our Capability Application tool, designed to help you excel in the recruitment process. Practice your responses with the example questions provided to effectively highlight your achievements and the strategies you used to accomplish them. Capability application tool | NSW Public Service Commission Target Questions (1-2 pages) Provide an example of when you led the development of a complex policy initiative. What was your approach, and how did you ensure the policy addressed key stakeholder concerns and government priorities?Describe a time where you've managed a high-risk or time-critical strategic project. What planning and project management approaches did you use to ensure delivery on time and within scope? What governance or risk mitigation strategies did you implement to ensure a successful outcome? For role related queries or questions contact Olivia Simes on olivia.simes@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ584277. If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Lisa Byrne on lisa.byrne@health.nsw.gov.au Closing Date: 11.59pm Sunday 20 July 2025 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, or a permanent resident, or 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. This is a temporary role and there may be opportunities for ongoing employment at grade.For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portalPlease note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Don't miss your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey! Apply now! Applications Close: 11:59pm Sunday 20 July 2025
