About the company:
This federal government agency is an independent statutory authority responsible for developing pricing and funding models that support transparency, efficiency, and sustainability in Australia’s public health and aged care systems. It provides advice to government on the cost of delivering hospital and aged care services, helping to ensure funding reflects the true cost of care while promoting quality and value across the sector.
About the Role
Are you passionate about health policy, data, and improving Australia’s public hospital system? This Federal Government agency is seeking a Classification Officer to support the development and refinement of clinical classifications and funding frameworks that underpin nationally consistent hospital funding.
This role sits within a branch responsible for health policy, classification systems, and funding design, working closely with clinical, technical, and government stakeholders to ensure accuracy, consistency, and transparency in the way hospital services are classified and funded across Australia.
Key Responsibilities:
- Support the Classification Manager in developing and refining clinical classifications and associated specifications.
- Interpret and communicate data insights and develop related metadata.
- Contribute to the technical design and documentation of classification frameworks.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clinical, technical, and government stakeholders
- Support project and program management activities to ensure successful delivery of work programs.
About You
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Proven experience managing or supporting projects or programs in a policy, technical, or health context.
- The ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative, high-performing team.
Benefits:
- ASAP start (pending Federal Police Clearance)
- Non-ongoing Prospect
- Location: Sydney
How to apply:
Chandler Macleod is an equal opportunity employer as part of our commitment to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, disability and culturally and linguistics candidates are also encouraged to apply.
Please note the successful candidate for the role must hold Australian Citizenship.
Please click ‘APPLY” to upload your details or send your resume to Claudia.leiva@chandlermacleod.com to be considered for this role.
Application closes on the 14th Nov 2025
Federal Government