CHIEF EXECUTIVE FAR WEST LOCAL HEALTH DISTRICT Band 2 An exciting career opportunity to shape the future of healthcare in New South Wales; leading the Far West Local Health District as Chief Executive.
About You Contemporary, visionary and inspirational leader Committed to shaping world class care and excellence in service delivery Collaborative and experienced in stakeholder engagement and partnerships Energised about making a difference in NSW's geographically second largest Local Health District About this Role The Far West LHD is geographically the second largest of the 15 Local Health Districts (LHD) across NSW. Providing health care for more than 30,000 people living across 194,949 km2, including those in the Silver City of Broken Hill. Far West LHD has the most dispersed population of any in NSW, and the highest proportion of Aboriginal residents (12%).
With a strong focus on evidence-based, quality, integrated healthcare the LHD enjoys collaborative relationships with other key agencies in the district, the broader NSW Health network and our cross border partners, particularly Victoria and South Australia.
Strategically the LHD is well placed to grow and develop to better meet the needs of its community and this includes confirmed investment for a new emergency department, a new mental health unit, subacute beds and dialysis services.
The Board are now seeking a Chief Executive (CE) who will play a crucial role in providing strategic leadership, direction, and management for the Far West Local Health District (LHD). Together with the Board, the CE ensures sound governance, enabling the LHD to meet its statutory operating and reporting requirements while delivering agreed-upon services within budget and achieving specified performance standards and strategic objectives
The broader range of skills, capabilities and attributes to be considered as an applicant for this significant leadership role are detailed in the Role Description but can be summarised as:
Strong record of achievement in management at executive level in a significant and geographically dispersed organisation delivering health, human or other complex services. Demonstrated knowledge of the health sector, in particular administration of the public health system. Understanding of the challenges of providing healthcare services in regional, rural and remote locations. This is an ongoing, full time, Band 2, Health Service Senior Executive (HSSE) role. An attractive remuneration package within the range of $320,991 - $357,145 per annum, with annual performance reviews, will be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applying for this role You are required to submit a two page covering letter, an up-to-date CV and a response to the selection criteria contained within the Role Description.
For role related queries or questions contact HardyGroup Principal Consultant Rhodie Miller on 0422 816 557 or Paul Ingle on 0402 796 125
To apply for the advert through the Health Career Portal please search by job reference number REQ527018)
Closing Date: 1 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.
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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. Please note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.
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