Manager Connected Care

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Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to June 2027) 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: REQ677926 Closing Date: 27 August 2026 (11:59PM) 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. To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook. About the role As part of the Connected Care Team, you'll contribute to strategic initiatives that strengthen integrated, patient-centred care and improve health outcomes for communities across the state. Connected Care works at the forefront of health system reform, partnering with diverse stakeholders across NSW Health, government and the broader health sector to drive innovation and system-wide change. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to high-profile projects that influence the future direction of healthcare, while developing your career within Australia's largest health organisation. In this role, you will manage and deliver complex projects that support NSW Health's strategic priorities and government objectives. Drawing on your project management, analytical, communication and stakeholder engagement expertise, you will help develop evidence-based advice and recommendations for senior leaders, supporting informed decision-making and the successful implementation of key reform initiatives. For more information, please read the full Role Description. About you We are seeking a motivated and experienced leader to join the Connected Care team and drive the delivery of key health system reform initiatives. The successful candidate will: * Lead the development, implementation and evaluation of complex strategic reform initiatives that support the delivery and scale-up of virtual care, the Virtual Hospitals Strategy and care-in-the-community models across NSW, improving patient outcomes, reducing avoidable hospital utilisation and digitally enabling integrated, person-centred care. * Provide high-level strategic and policy advice to senior executives and key stakeholders on emerging issues, risks, opportunities and priorities impacting Connected Care reforms and broader system transformation. * Oversee the planning, governance and delivery of priority reform programs, ensuring outcomes are achieved on time, within scope, and aligned with government and organisational priorities. * Build and maintain strong relationships with clinicians, health service providers, consumers, government agencies and other stakeholders to facilitate collaboration, manage competing priorities and drive reform outcomes. * Lead stakeholder engagement and consultation processes to support effective change management, address implementation challenges, and achieve sustainable service improvements. * Analyse complex health system issues, emerging trends, evidence and data to inform strategic decision-making and identify opportunities for innovation and system improvement. * Prepare and oversee the development of high-quality briefs, reports, executive correspondence, Cabinet submissions and other strategic documents for senior leaders and government. * Foster a high-performing and collaborative team culture, providing leadership, guidance and support to staff contributing to Connected Care reform initiatives. How to apply At The Ministry of Health, we want you to make the most of the opportunities you will 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. Target Questions (1-2 pages) * Describe a significant reform, service improvement initiative or change program that you led in partnership with clinicians, Local Health Districts, Primary Health Networks, service providers or other health stakeholders. How did you establish shared ownership, manage differing views and priorities, and maintain momentum to achieve outcomes? * Provide an example of a complex project or reform initiative that involved diverse stakeholders with differing perspectives, competing priorities and/or a contentious policy or implementation issue. How did you approach stakeholder engagement and governance to ensure perspectives were considered while maintaining project delivery, managing risks and meeting key milestones? 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 For role related queries or questions contact Susan Massey on Susan.Massey@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ677926. As an organisation we are committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Khloe Yang on shuo.yang@health.nsw.gov.au For more information about adjustments for individual needs, please visit the Adjustments for individual needs | I Work For NSW and Inclusive recruitment of people with disability | NSW Government 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. For more information, please visit Diversity Inclusion Belonging 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 1. 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. 2. This is a temporary role and there may be opportunities for ongoing employment at grade. 3. For more information on applying visit the our career portal 4. Please note that the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. Do not miss your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey! Apply now! Closing Date: 27 Aug 2026 (11:59PM)