Job Description

The Team

System Management and Reform (SMR) is a division within the Department of Health. 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

• Lead the implementation, monitoring and review of the Older Tasmanians Action Plan 2025–2029 and associated ageing and elder abuse prevention strategies that promote positive ageing, age-friendly communities and the rights of older Tasmanians.
• Provide expert strategic policy advice to senior management, executives and Ministers on issues affecting older Tasmanians.
• Develop, coordinate and evaluate programs and initiatives that promote positive ageing, age-friendly communities and social inclusion.
• Monitor emerging trends, legislation, reforms and evidence relating to ageing, elder abuse prevention, ageism, social inclusion, aged care, wellbeing and community participation.
• Build and maintain partnerships with government agencies, community organisations, advocacy groups and other stakeholders.
• Oversee funded initiatives related to: elder abuse prevention and awareness; ageism reduction initiatives; age-friendly communities; intergenerational programs; digital literacy and inclusion; rights, self-determination and advocacy and social participation and wellbeing programs.
• Develop performance, reporting and evaluation frameworks, and prepare high-quality reports, briefings, submissions and ministerial correspondence.

Note: - Please refer to the Function Statement and Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

You will need

• Demonstrated specialist knowledge and experience in public policy analysis, including the development, monitoring and implementation, strategic planning, research and policy related work within a dynamic multidisciplinary environment, especially in the areas of aging and the social cohesion of older persons.
• Demonstrated high level program design, implementation and evaluation skills, including the ability to formulate and manage complex and diverse projects, including determining milestones and objectives, providing options, solutions and recommendations that support service delivery outcomes and provide specialist authoritative advice in relation to activities.
• Demonstrated capacity to prepare documentation to a high level and provide accurate and well-structured drafts of complex interpretative material and liaise effectively with internal and external stakeholders, including an ability to represent the Department and to influence outcomes across a range of forums.

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

Permanent full-time position working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

*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 and part time vacancies.

Salary

$111,754 to $126,579 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with the Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award.

Benefits available to eligible candidates

• 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:

• Senior Policy Analyst - Band 6.docx

Application Guide:

• Applicant Guide.docx

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

For more information

Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.

Name: Megan Hickey

Position: Executive Director Community Services and Support

Phone: 0409 477 124

E-mail: megan.hickey@health.tas.gov.au

What it is like working at the Department of Health?

Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellence are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania!

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Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023).

Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ people, and people living with disabilities.