General Manager – Government Relations and Strategic Policy

Job title: General Manager – Government Relations and Strategic Policy

Company: Tasmanian Government


Job description: The Team:The System Management and Reform (SMR) Group of the Department of Health is the central policy, strategy, and planning group for the Department. Government Relations and Strategic Policy (GRaSP) manages and progresses the Department’s strategic policy and government relations agenda by providing high level strategic support to the portfolio Ministers, Secretary, Departmental Executive members, Departmental business units and Hospitals South, North, North West on all matters that fall within the scope of GRaSP’s core business.The Role:The General Manager (GRaSP) is a specialist senior manager role whose primary objectives and responsibilities are to:

• Provide strategic leadership and direction in the planning, development, implementation, management and delivery of key strategic programs, initiatives and major projects, including the development, implementation and review of frameworks, policies, systems and processes that support the delivery of strategic corporate strategies.
• Provide definitive high level strategic advice to a broad range of internal and external stakeholders including the portfolio Ministers, Secretary, Deputy Secretary – SMR, Health Executive and other senior Government officers regarding the strategic intergovernmental, policy and regulation reform agenda for the health system including statewide and national issues and developments.
• Develop highly effective and productive relationships and manage networks with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders across program areas including across both the State and Commonwealth Governments.

You will need (Up to 3 bullet points) * Demonstrated high level knowledge and understanding of the health sector and the political, social and organisational environment, together with specialist knowledge and understanding of government policy, processes and accountability requirements in the areas of regulation, intergovernmental relations, policy, communications and legislation.

• High level interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders together with the proven capacity to apply high level negotiation, influencing and consultation skills to achieve strategic objectives and meet the needs of health and human services
• Advanced strategic planning, conceptual, analytical and creative skills including demonstrated ability to identify relevant issues and priorities, make sound judgements and apply high level policy and program development skills to develop and implement innovative recommendations, options and solutions regarding critical system-wide strategies, directions and priorities; and provide associated high level expert advice

Note: – Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.Details of appointment:Fixed term, full time, day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until 31 October 2026.*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:$170,409 to $188,400 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 foundEligibility:Successful applicants will be required to meet the essential criteria.

• Appropriate professional and/or tertiary qualifications in business administration, law, public policy or communications.
• Extensive experience in intergovernmental relations and negotiations, and the operations of government, specifically policy, regulation and communications.

Applicants should note, the position features:

• While the role is office based, some intra and interstate travel is required

Note: – Please refer to the Application Guide for more information of pre-employment check.Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated DocumentsWe 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:Application Guide: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 roleFor more information:Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.Kyle Lowe
Deputy Secretary – System Management and Reform
Phone number: (03) 6166 1074
Email address:What it is like working at the Department of Health?Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent 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!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.

Expected salary: $170409 – 188400 per year

Location: Hobart, TAS

Job date: Sat, 10 May 2025 03:00:31 GMT

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