Business Officer

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants Employment Type : Temporary Full Time (up to December 2026) Position Classification : Health Manager Level 2 Remuneration : $114,251 - $134,809 p.a. plus Superannuation Location : 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards NSW Hours Per Week : 38 hours Requisition ID : REQ Closing Date : 11 January 2026 Join the Business Coordination Unit in Health Protection NSW within the NSW Ministry of Health for an exciting temporary employment opportunity and be part of a team enriching health in millions of ways every day. About Us We are committed to your growth and development, providing the resources and opportunities you need to excel in your career. Our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment are more than just words; they're the guiding principles that shape every aspect of our work. While regular office presence is essential, we offer flexible work arrangements to support your needs. To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook. About The Role Health Protection NSW works closely with NSW public health units in preventing, reducing, and controlling communicable disease and environmental health risks, and improving health equity in NSW through targeted and long‑term programmes. HPNSW Is Made Up Of The Following Teams Business Coordination Communicable Diseases Environmental Health One Health Epidemiology and Data Systems With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we’re enhancing health and wellness while developing your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia. Health Manager Level 2, starting salary from $114,251 - $134,809 plus superannuation, with a 38‑hour work week. What You’ll Be Doing Ministerial Coordinator for Health Protection NSW, preparing and coordinating timely responses to executive, ministerial, government (public access) and other requests. Broad business support to programmes of work across the Business Coordination Unit and Health Protection NSW, including communications, reporting, finances, procurement, meetings and projects. About You We are seeking motivated and committed individuals who can support the work of NSW Health. We are looking for a business officer to join our unit for a maternity leave relief position up to December 2026. Ideally you have knowledge of the public sector and are experienced in managing ministerial correspondence, multiple inboxes and are organised and flexible to support other programmes of work across the Business Coordination Unit and Health Protection NSW. Use your attention to detail, great writing ability, and broad business skills to help support an important and interesting area of NSW Health. How To Apply At the Ministry of Health, we want you to make the most of the opportunities you’ll 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 explain your interest and motivation in applying for this role, highlighting your relevant skills. For role related queries or questions contact Jo‑Ann Cuneo, Manager Business Coordination Unit, Health Protection NSW on and quote REQ . If you do require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact Karen Kennedy on Need more information? Click here for the Position Description. Find out more about applying for this position. For role related queries or questions contact Jo‑Ann Cuneo at or call . 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. 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 this role 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. Additional Information This is a temporary role and there may be opportunities for ongoing employment at grade. 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. Please note the selection process will include a range of merit‑based techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role. For more information about working at the NSW Health, please visit our career portal. Applications Close: 11 January 2026 (11:59PM) #J-18808-Ljbffr