First listed on: 25 October 2024

Principal Analyst Health Stats NSW

Join our Centre for Epidemiology and Evidence at the Ministry of Health for an exciting ongoing opportunity to manage the HealthStats NSW team and contribute to supporting a world-class health system in NSW.

About us

  • 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.
  • We offer robust development and growth support to all our employees, ensuring you have the resources and opportunities to thrive in your career.
  • Conveniently located in St Leonards, close to public transport.

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

About this role
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.

This role will manage a small team within the Epidemiology and Biostatistics Unit in the Centre for Epidemiology and Evidence. The team is responsible for managing public reporting of population health data on HealthStats NSW.

Crown Clerk 11/12, starting salary from $139,787 - $161,663 plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week.

For more information, please read the full Role Description.

What you'll be doing
The Principal Analyst Heath Statistics will be leading a dynamic team responsible for the content and oversight of the HealthStats NSW web-based reporting platform. The role will be working closely with stakeholders across the Ministry of Health and, applying epidemiological and biostatistical principles, ensure that content is accurate, up-to-date and aligned towards strategic priorities.

The Principal Analyst will work in partnership with eHealth NSW to ensure that HealthStats NSW Application is maintained and enhanced based on an agreed strategic roadmap.

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

  • The ability to communicate effectively and build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Demonstrated extensive experience in reporting health data.
  • A growth mindset, and commitment to continuous learning and personal development.
  • Post graduate qualification in epidemiology, biostatistics, or demonstrated equivalent relevant professional experience and training.

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 demonstrate your ability by attaching a response to the two target questions below.

Target Questions (1-2 pages)
If you do not include responses to the below questions your application will not be considered.

  1. Describe an experience where you had to work with a range of stakeholders to produce a web report or content for a website. How did you reconcile different perspectives and communicate technical considerations to a non-technical audience to achieve a high-quality outcome?
  2. How have you effectively influenced or led culture change in a team?


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 George Doukas on George.Doukas@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ525549.

If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Frankie De Luca on frankie.deluca@health.nsw.gov.au

Closing Date: Sunday 10th November 2024 

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 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 the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.

Don't miss your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey! Apply now!

Applications Close: 11:59pm, Sunday 10th November 2024 




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