Executive Director, Health Services Programs

Job no: 910630
Work type: Full time
Location: Adelaide CBD
Categories: Executive, Policy

Department for Health and Wellbeing
Salary: SAES Level 1
Location: Adelaide
Tenure: Up to 3 years
Eligibility: Open to all applicants

Are you a visionary leader ready to shape the future of health services in South Australia?

The Department for Health and Wellbeing is seeking an exceptional individual to lead strategic health service reform across SA Health as the Executive Director, Health Services Programs. This pivotal role reports directly to the Deputy Chief Executive and is responsible for driving the planning, implementation, and evaluation of statewide health initiatives that align with the Government’s Reform Agenda.

As Executive Director, you will:

  • Lead the development and delivery of innovative models of care across planned and unplanned services, outpatient redesign, and end-of-life care, including voluntary assisted dying.
  • Influence system-wide performance through strategic planning, stakeholder engagement, and policy development.
  • Collaborate with diverse partners across government, community, and clinical sectors to deliver sustainable health outcomes.
  • Champion ethical leadership, cultural change, and continuous improvement in a dynamic and complex environment.

We are looking for a strategic thinker with:

  • Proven senior leadership experience in health service planning and reform.
  • Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills to manage complex stakeholder relationships.
  • High-level analytical and conceptual capabilities to navigate sensitive policy and operational challenges.
  • A relevant tertiary qualification in health management, business, or a related discipline.

This is a rare opportunity to make a lasting impact on the health and wellbeing of South Australians. If you are passionate about leading transformative change and delivering excellence in public health, we invite you to apply.

Criminal History Screening Requirement

  • A ‘National Police Certificate’ NPC (also known as a ‘Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check’ NCCHC)  for employment involving no contact with vulnerable groups is required for this position (general employment).

Immunisation Risk for this position is Category C (minimal patient contact)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Enquiries

Robyn Lindsay
Deputy Chief Executive
Phone: (08) 7425 5922
E-mail: robyn.lindsay@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

9 September 2025 - 11.55PM

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Categories

SA Health

Locations

Metropolitan South Australia

Work type

Local Health Network / Business