Senior Director, Policy, Strategic Projects and Corporate Records

Job Description - Senior Director, Policy, Strategic Projects and Corporate Records (02RO3) Job Description Senior Director, Policy, Strategic Projects and Corporate Records ( Job Number: 02RO3 ) Description Employment Type: Full Time, Temporary 3 Month Contract with the possibility of extension and/or permanency Classification: Senior Officer Grade A (PN 64591) Salary: $172,246 (Plus 12.5% Super) Location: Canberra Hospital, with hybrid work arrangements in place Section: Policy, Strategic Projects and Corporate Records Closing Date: 13th September 2026 What can we offer you: • Competitive pay rates and excellent working conditions within a tertiary hospital. • Salary Packaging with many options that provide full fringe benefits tax concessions. • Flexible working conditions. • Access to Employee Assistance Program. • Access to onsite Physiotherapists. • Access to onsite cafes, staff cafeteria, pharmacy and gift shop. About the Role: The Quality, Safety and Governance Team is seeking an experienced applicant to temporarily fill the role of Senior Director of Policy, Strategic Projects and Corporate Records. As a key member of our leadership team, you will lead the Policy, Strategic Projects and Corporate Records functions, driving high-performing teams to deliver organisational priorities and foster a culture of continuous improvement. You will provide expert strategic and operational policy advice to senior leaders and executives, supporting informed decision-making across the organisation. In this role, you will oversee the development and delivery of significant strategic initiatives, including our Disability Inclusion Plan and the Together, Forward – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Needs Assessment and Action Plan, while supporting broader efforts to advance Closing the Gap outcomes. You will also ensure robust records governance and compliance with the Territory Records Act 2002, and provide oversight of policy governance systems that underpin safe, evidence-based and person-centred healthcare. Success in this role will require strong stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to build and maintain productive relationships across a diverse range of internal and external partners. You will represent the organisation at committees, forums and events, championing strategic priorities and contributing to positive outcomes for our workforce, consumers and community. For more information regarding the position duties click here for the Position Description. Please note prior to commencement successful candidates will be required to: • Undergo a pre-employment National Police Check. To Apply: Please apply online by submitting a copy of your CV along with a 2-page Pitch, responding to the Selection Criteria, listed in the Position Description. ***Please note applications submitted via an agency will not be accepted for this position*** Canberra Health Services (CHS) is focussed on the delivery of high quality, effective, person-centred care. It provides acute, sub-acute, primary and community‐based health services, to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and surrounding region. More information can be found on the CHS website . Our Vision : creating exceptional health care together Our Role : to be a health service that is trusted by our community Our Values : Reliable, Progressive, Respectful and Kind CHS is committed to workforce diversity and to creating an inclusive workplace. As part of this commitment, we welcome applications from all diversity groups. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people who identify as LGBTQIA+ are particularly encouraged to apply. If you would like further information regarding this opportunity, please contact Katherine Macpherson at (02) 6207 9497 or at [email protected] . #LI-DNI Job : General/Administrative Salary Range : 172,246.00 - 172,246.00 Contact Name : Katherine Macpherson Contact Email : [email protected] Closing Date : 13/Sep/2026, 1:59:00 PM