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Executive Director Health Protection NSW

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Position title:

Executive Director Health Protection NSW – Senior Staff Specialist

Please refer to the Staff Specialist State award for total remuneration package – staff specialist award.

An opportunity to be part of the NSW Ministry of Health is available.

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Employment type:

Temporary Full Time (up to 2029)

Position classification:

Staff Specialist, staff specialist award

Location:

1 Reserve Road, St Leonards NSW

Hours per week:

40 hours

Requisition ID:

REQ624237

Closing date:

Monday 12 January 2026

Overview Lead Health Protection NSW at the NSW Ministry of Health for an exciting three‑year opportunity and help shape the future of health protection in New South Wales.

About Health Protection NSW Health Protection NSW sits within the Population and Public Health Division and is responsible for:

Communicable disease surveillance, prevention and control

State‑wide immunisation policy and programmes throughout the lifespan

Policy and programmes to prevent and manage environmental health and cross‑sectoral health risks and impacts on the community

What You’ll Be Doing

Lead policy and program development for communicable disease surveillance, prevention and control, including outbreak investigations and vaccine‑preventable disease strategies. Build strong partnerships with clinicians, specialists, and primary care providers.

Lead policy and program development in environmental health, applying evidence‑based risk assessment and communication in collaboration with other government agencies, public health units and local government to develop programmes, and prevent and manage risks.

Lead policy and program development for zoonotic and vector‑borne diseases in the One Health portfolio working with other government agencies and stakeholders to manage risks.

Ensure NSW is prepared for public health emergencies, including pandemics, bioterrorism, and natural disasters. Develop and maintain emergency response plans and strategies in collaboration with state and national partners.

Act as a trusted spokesperson on environmental health and communicable disease matters.

Provide executive leadership for HPNSW, including strategic planning, budget management, performance monitoring, and surge capacity planning.

Represent NSW Health across government and media, maintaining strong relationships with agencies and peak bodies.

Promote evidence‑based decision‑making through epidemiological data analysis and foster a culture of research and learning.

About You We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who hold specialist registration or are eligible for specialist registration as a Medical Practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency and have a Fellowship of the Faculty of the Australasian Public Health Medicine (or equivalent).

Extensive experience in public health medicine practice (including across policy development and implementation), evaluation and commissioning of public health practice and research (including epidemiological investigations), and communication with communities, health professionals and decision‑makers.

Extensive knowledge of Australian health systems and the ability to navigate the machinery of government.

Proven leadership capability to develop, implement and evaluate public health policy, guidelines and plans, as well as coordinate responses during public health emergencies.

Exceptional oral and written communication, interpersonal and facilitation skills, with demonstrated ability to consult and negotiate effectively with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

Ability to act as a trusted media spokesperson, representing NSW Health’s position to key stakeholders, including Ministers and senior officials.

How to Apply Submit an up‑to‑date résumé (up to 5 pages) and cover letter (1–2 pages) explaining your interest and motivation for this role and highlighting your relevant skills. For role‑related queries, contact Dr Kerry Chant at moh-ods-pph@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ624237. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process, contact Frankie De Luca at Frankie.DeLuca@health.nsw.gov.au.

Diversity and Inclusion NSW Health is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds. If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application, please visit The Stepping Up Initiative.

To be eligible for employment in these roles you must be an Australian citizen, a permanent resident of Australia, a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand passport, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.

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