Principal Workforce Strategist

Join the Workforce Planning and Analytics team at Ministry of Health for an exciting ongoing opportunity and be part of the team enriching health in millions of ways every day.

About us

• Our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment are more than just words - they are the guiding principles that shape every aspect of our work.
• We are committed to your growth and development, providing the resources and opportunities you need to excel in your career.
• While regular office presence is essential, we offer flexible work arrangements to support your needs.
• Committed to fostering diverse and inclusive workplace for all.

To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.

About the role
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we are enhancing health and wellness while developing your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.

This is an exciting opportunity to influence the future of the NSW health workforce through strategic workforce planning and stakeholder partnership. As Principal Workforce Strategist, you will act as a trusted advisor to a portfolio of Health Agencies, supporting the development of workforce plans that align local priorities with broader system objectives.

You will bring together workforce data, labour market insights and stakeholder expertise to develop practical, evidence-informed solutions to complex workforce challenges. Working across a diverse network of internal and external stakeholders, you will help shape the future workforce capability of NSW Health and contribute to improved health outcomes across the state. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-profile projects that have a lasting impact on the sustainability and effectiveness of the health system

Health Manager Level 4, starting salary from $153,559 - $182,954 plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 38-hour work week, work location - 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards

For more information, please read the full Role Description.

What you will be doing

• Partner with Health Agencies to coordinate and facilitate workforce planning activities and support the development of workforce plans aligned to local and system priorities.
• Analyse workforce data, research and environmental trends to identify workforce issues, risks and opportunities and support evidence-based decision making.
• Build and maintain strong stakeholder relationships to support collaboration, consultation and successful workforce planning outcomes.
• Prepare high-quality reports, briefs, correspondence and other strategic advice for senior executives and government stakeholders.
• Contribute to strengthening workforce planning capability across NSW Health and improving the system's capacity to meet future workforce needs.

About you
We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health with:

• Extensive experience in workforce planning within a complex organisation or industry, including supporting the development of evidence-informed workforce plans.
• Demonstrated ability to interpret workforce or service data and translate insights into practical planning solutions and recommendations.
• Highly developed analytical, problem-solving and project management skills, including the ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver outcomes within tight timeframes.
• Strong stakeholder engagement, influencing and negotiation skills, with the ability to build productive partnerships across diverse groups.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in a related field, or demonstrated equivalent professional experience.

How to apply
At The Ministry of Health, we want you to make the most of the opportunities you will get to grow your skills and your career, surrounded by authentic, smart people and leaders.

Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and cover letter (1-2 pages) AND Demonstrate your ability by responding to the two target questions below.

Target Questions (1-2 pages)

1. Describe a challenging workforce supply issue that required significant analysis and problem solving. How did you approach the issue, evaluate options and implement a solution?
2. Describe a time when you developed or contributed to a workforce plan in a complex environment. How did you use data, stakeholder input and strategic thinking to identify workforce challenges and develop practical solutions? What was the outcome?

Use the link below to access our Capability Application tool, designed to help you excel in the recruitment process. Practice your responses with the example questions provided to effectively highlight your achievements and the strategies you used to accomplish them.

Capability application tool | NSW Public Service Commission

For role related queries or questions contact Rian Thompson at [email protected] and quote REQ680199.

As an organisation we are committed to creating an accessible and inclusive workplace. If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact [email protected]

For more information about adjustments for individual needs, please visit the Adjustments for individual needs | I Work For NSW and Inclusive recruitment of people with disability | NSW Government

Closing Date: Tuesday 11 August 2026 (11:59pm)

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion
At the Ministry of Health, we are 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. For more information, please visit Diversity Inclusion Belonging.

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit The Stepping Up Initiative.

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

Additional information

1. This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
2. For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal
3. Please note that the selection process will include a range of merit assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.

Do not miss your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey! Apply now!

Applications Close: Tuesday 11 August 2026 (11:59pm)