The Team:

The newly established Office of the Executive Director of Services – Home & Community Care is committed to advancing the delivery of high-quality, efficient healthcare to Tasmanians in their homes and communities. By encompassing the Department’s Virtual Care services and Outpatient Transformation Program, this office creates opportunities to support and implement innovative service models that enhance consumer access and drive continuous improvement.

The Role:

Contribute to the management and coordination of Home and Community Care programs providing information and guidance on emerging issues of relevance.

Responsible for the provision of high-level analysis and advice on strategic policy issues including monitoring of strategic projects across Home and Community Care programs.

You will need

Proven capacity to critically analyse complex issues, develop evidence-based recommendations, and provide authoritative advice to senior executives, government officials, and stakeholders.

Strong skills in managing sensitive negotiations, maintaining effective governance frameworks, and building collaborative relationships across the health service.

• Demonstrated ability to lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of statewide policies and projects, particularly in the context of Home and Community Care or similar health and community service programs.

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:

Fixed term full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until 30 June 2027.

*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, part time, and casual vacancies.

Salary: $128,102 to $134,832 per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022.

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 $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.

More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here

Eligibility:

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

• Relevant qualification from a recognised institution or equivalent experience

Position Features:

• Some intra/interstate travel may be required

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:

• Principal Policy Officer Band 7 (WORD)

Application Guide:

• Department of Health - Applicant Guide (WORD)

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.

For more information:

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

Name: Laura Pyszkowski
Position: Executive Director of Service – Home & Community
Phone number: 0405 371 647
Email address: [email protected]

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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.

This advert closes on June 1, 2025, at 11:55pm