Please note: Only current Department of Health, including Tasmanian Health Service employees, are eligible to apply.
The Role
The Executive Services team in the Office of the Secretary (OTS) provides high level strategic advice on corporate governance, parliamentary and public administration matters as well as support services to the Portfolio Ministers and the Secretary.
The purpose of the role is to provide strategic leadership and direction in facilitating the smooth flow of information and in the provision of corporate policy, delegations, planning, strategic issues management, parliamentary matters, executive management and support to the Secretary and Health Executive.
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 for a period of twelve months.
Please note that hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant
Salary
$144,169 - $153,844 per annum + 12% superannuation + access to salary packaging
- Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2025
*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.
Eligibility
Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
- Relevant tertiary qualification in business, law or public policy.
- Extensive experience in the operations of government.
Under particular circumstances employees may be required to undertake a new conviction check.
Position Features
- While office based, some intra and interstate travel maybe required.
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
Name: Anita Planchon
Position: Executive Director, Office of the Secretary
Phone number: 0401 006 502
Email address: anita.planchon@health.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.