Executive Director, Office for Health and Medical Research

Essential Requirements

The successful candidate will have:

• Master’s degree in a health, medical research field or related field and/or a demonstrated track record of leading the development, research, analysis, and funding requirements for complex clinical research projects
• Extensive experience managing large-scale grants and funding, in the health context.
• Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing, and evaluating high-quality policies and programs related to health and medical research.
• Demonstrated high-level strategic thinking with the capacity to analyse and integrate information from diverse sources into actionable plans.
• Demonstrated experience in program management and large contract negotiations

We know the value of diverse experiences and broad capabilities.  Even if you’re not sure if you meet all the role requirements, we’d love to hear from you.

This is an ongoing, full-time, Band 2, Public Service senior executive (PSSE) role. An attractive remuneration package within the range of $300,372 to $336,526 per annum, will be negotiated with the successful applicant. 

Please contact Dr Amanda Smith, Principal Consultant, HardyGroup at asmith@hardygroupintl.com should you have any additional questions about the role.

Please click here to apply for the advert through the Health Career Portal (REQ456915).

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 our 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. 

The Ministry of Health expects all workers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, and you will be required to show proof of your COVID-19 vaccination status before securing this role. 

NOTES:

• The selection methods for this role are in accordance with the Government Sector Employment Act 2013 and employment arrangements for the NSW public sector. 
• Applicants must respond to the two targeted questions and submit an up-to-date resume. For further guidance, refer to Applying for a role in the NSW Public Service.
• Applicants will need to demonstrate their proficiency in the capabilities outlined in the Role Description. These will be assessed through the recruitment process to determine their suitability for appointment. For further information, refer to the NSW Public Sector Capability Framework.
• Click here for information on NSW Health 

Applications close: Wednesday 31 January 2024 (11.59pm)