Please note: Only current Department of Health, including Tasmanian Health Service employees, are eligible to apply.
The Role
The Policy and Project Support Officer will:
- Contribute significantly to the efficient and effective operation of the Mental Health Strategy and Reform team in the development, implementation and monitoring of policies and procedures.
- Undertake a diverse range of project related activities relating to policy, procedures, and administrative systems support.
- Provide high level analysis of current administrative systems and policies and procedures to ensure consistency and currency to review, reform and improve operations and services for the unit.
- Undertake qualitative and quantitative research, including collecting, analysing, and interpreting data and preparing reports in relation to policy and procedures and administrative systems, maintain an accurate and comprehensive record keeping system that supports continuous service improvement and delivery of services.
- Coordinate and manage project related work, liaising closely with key stakeholders to build and maintain positive and productive working relationships by providing innovative options for consideration on matters relating to policy and procedures and administrative systems.
Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.
Details of Appointment
Fixed term full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing from as soon as possible until 26 Jun 2026.
Please note that hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant
Classification: General Stream Band 5
Salary $98,255 - $103,069 per annum (pro rata) + 12% superannuation + access to salary packaging
*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 vacancies.
Statement of Duties and any associated documents
You are encouraged to speak with the contact person once you have familiarised yourself with the Statement of Duties and any associated documents. This will assist you to prepare an application more aligned with our specific needs.
Applicant Guide
How to Apply
Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen. This ensures 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 specifics of the role and selection criteria contained in the attached Statement of Duties.
A separate statement addressing each individual selection criteria is not required.
Please Note
- All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
- Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.
Contact Person
Frances Hall
Manager Mental Health Strategy and Reform
6166 1596
frances.hall@ths.tas.gov.au
The core purpose guiding the way in which we work across the Department of Health is to CARE for the health and wellbeing of all in Tasmania through our Values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence. We are united by our shared purpose and model our CARE Values through our interactions with one another, our patients, our clients and the Tasmanian community.