Project Lead - Thriving Kids (545126)
The Team
System Management and Reform (SMR) is a division within the Department of Health (DOH). SMR performs the core system management functions of planning, purchasing and monitoring of health services on behalf of DoH. This is complemented by the provision of strategic policy and intergovernmental advice to the Minister for Health and Minister for Mental Health and Wellbeing to help ensure the interests of the DoH and broader Tasmania community are appropriately represented at state and national levels. SMR also has responsibility for supporting our community and service sector and is responsible for the Family Violence Counselling and Support Service, supporting the Voluntary Assisted Dying Commission and undertaking a range of functions in the disability and ageing services sectors.
The Role
Play a key leadership role in delivering the Thriving Kids in Tasmania reform program, a significant whole-of-government initiative focused on improving outcomes for children and families. Reporting to the Director, Disability Services and Reform, you will lead the planning, governance, implementation and delivery of complex reform activities, ensuring alignment with national agreements and Tasmania’s implementation priorities.
Working across government, community and national stakeholders, you will drive service model development, manage project governance and risk, coordinate cross-agency activities, and provide strategic advice to senior executives, Ministers and government committees. You will also represent Tasmania in intergovernmental and national forums, helping translate policy commitments into practical and sustainable outcomes.
You will need
- Extensive experience leading large-scale, complex programs, projects or reform initiatives.
- Strong strategic leadership skills with the ability to drive outcomes in a complex and evolving environment.
- Exceptional stakeholder engagement and relationship management capabilities across government, community and service sectors.
- Highly developed communication, negotiation skills, including the ability to work on sensitive and complex issues.
- Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities, risks, resources and governance requirements while delivering results.
- Strong capability in providing high-level advice, briefings and reports for senior decisionmakers.
- Experience working within health, disability, early childhood, human services or a related policy and service delivery environment.
- A collaborative and outcomes-focused approach, with a commitment to improving services for children, families and communities.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Why Tasmania
The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites.
Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work.
Details of appointment
Fixed term, full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until 15 September 2028.
*Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies.
Salary
$144,169 to $153,844 per annum + our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
- Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025
Benefits available to eligible candidates
- Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees from overseas, and up to $10,000 for appointees from interstate.
- Professional development and accelerated pathways.
- A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support.
- Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family.
More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here
Eligibility
Note: - Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents
We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
Statement of Duties:
Application Guide:
How to apply
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered.
You will be prompted to complete a 1–2-page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
*applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role
*only Recruitment Agencies specifically contracted are invited to provide applicants to this role
For more information
Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
Name: Ingrid Ganley
Position: Director Disability Services and Reform
Email address: ingrid.ganley@health.tas.gov.au
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