Graduate Program – Sydney

Do you possess a recent undergraduate degree and want to peruse a rewarding career in public health management? 

We are looking to develop future health leaders in Northern Sydney Local Health District (NSLHD) and the wider NSW Health system. 

Who we are: 

We are a health service that touches thousands of lives across the Northern Sydney Local Health District (NSLHD) and wider state, together as a team of like-minded people. We are passionate, driven and have the skills and knowledge to care for our patients whilst delivering the best services possible. Our teams engage in meaningful, interesting, and rewarding work every day. We challenge and nurture each other, sharing our knowledge and experience so that we can deliver better care for everyone. There’s a real sense of belonging here because we value and respect our patients, employees, and teams’ voices. You’ll feel a real privilege being a trusted caregiver in our patients, their families, their carers, and our communities’ lives.

• NSLHD manages all the public health services including five hospitals across Northern Sydney 
• It is one of the largest and leading health services in Australia. 
• It has over 13,000 employees serving a population of almost one million people.
• NSLHD has an annual healthcare budget and portfolio exceeding two (2) billion dollars. 

Our program: 

• Comprehensive two-year program designed to develop future leaders in NSLHD and across NSW Health. 
• Combines practical work experience supported by a fully funded Master of Health Leadership and Management at the University of New South Wales (UNSW). 
• Graduates will receive unparalleled opportunities to create authentic and valuable working relationships with senior health executives across NSLHD.

Who are we looking for? 

• Passionate and high-potential individuals seeking a rewarding career in health management. 
• A recent graduate who has completed any undergraduate degree.
• Must be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or Australian Permanent Resident. 

What you will be doing? 

• Developing your leadership and problem-solving skills through projects that drive change and innovation.
• Working with senior executives on complex strategic or operational issues within the public health system.

Why work for us? 

• You will be treated as part of the Executive Team from Day 1. 
• Work with the brightest minds and industry leaders in NSW Health. 
• Work on high-impact, meaningful and purpose-led projects.  
• Engage and integrate into a supportive and positive workplace culture. 
• Receive regular feedback, mentoring and coaching to help you thrive.
• Receive supported education opportunities through regular professional development courses and Executive Learning Sets, where you will have the chance to engage in 1:1 discussion with senior executives. 
• Attend courses through NSLHD and NSW Health to support your professional development.

Benefits 

• Fully funded Master of Health Leadership and Management through the University of New South Wales. 
• Five supported study days per semester. 
• Flexible working opportunities.  
• Four weeks of annual leave and 12 allocated days off per year.
• Competitive starting salary plus superannuation and annual leave loading. 
• Access to Salary Packaging to reduce your taxable income and increase your take home pay.
• Access to a Fitness Passport providing you and your family with access to a range of fitness facilities.

Selection Criteria

1. Be an Australian or New Zealand Citizen or Australian Permanent Resident. 
2. Hold a recent undergraduate degree from a recognised University – please attach university transcripts, an updated CV, and Cover Letter. 
3. Demonstrate a high level of motivation for a career in health service management.
4. Demonstrate ability to proactively manage competing priorities and adhere to strict timelines. 
5. Demonstrate an ability to show initiative and to gather and critically analyse complex information to identify and implement solutions to challenges.  

Need more information? 

• Click here for the Position Description 
• Find out more about applying for this position. 

For role related queries or questions contact Maura Desmond on 04550027768 or [email protected] 

Important Dates 

Applications Open:    22 July – 12 August 2024
Virtual Interviews:     End of August/Early September 2024
Final Interviews:     12 September 2024

Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity, nothing ventured, nothing gained!!