Purpose of Position
The Bureau creates timely, high quality public reports and information products on the performance of the NSW public health system. Our team undertakes analysis and interpretation of health service administrative, survey and other relevant data collections in order to: (a) evaluate performance of the public health system; (b) identify important trends, opportunities for service improvement and potential impact of policy change; (c) benchmark the performance of the system through comparisons; and (d) assess and disseminate information on the quality of data and data systems in the NSW public system.

The Researcher has an important role in coordinating and contributing to reporting projects. The position is responsible for:

• undertaking research and appraisal of the relevant evidence-base;
• selecting and applying appropriate performance indicators;
• contributing to planning for data analysis and coordinating interpretation of results;
• developing report structure, content and presentation and writing reports that aid understanding and interpretation by a range of audiences including the general public;
• collaborating with team members and external stakeholders;
• providing advice and support to Bureau staff and management team in areas of expertise
• working in collaboration to appropriately position the Bureau as a respected provider of information to the community, clinicians and the NSW Government on the performance of the NSW public sector health system

This position is Permanent Full Time and classified as Health Manager Level 3.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply.

Selection Criteria
1. Demonstrated knowledge of state, national and international trends in health system performance measurement.

2. Demonstrated experience in preparation and publication of health system reports.

3. Experience in project design and management, and working on complex projects with competing priorities and deadlines.

4. Demonstrated ability to interpret complex statistical information for a range of audiences, and familiarity with the challenges of working with large administrative and survey data sets.

5. Experience in areas such as measuring and reporting on clinical effectiveness, patient experience, survey methodology or other relevant fields.

6. High level oral and written communication, interpersonal, negotiation, consultation and presentation skills.

7. Demonstrated ability to operate effectively in a tight knit team environment.

8. Relevant tertiary qualifications and / or equivalent relevant experience.