This is a State Manager, Service Design and Innovation (528629) role with Department of Health, Tasmania based in Hobart, TAS, AU Department of Health, Tasmania Role Seniority - senior More about the State Manager, Service Design and Innovation (528629) role at Department of Health, Tasmania The Role: This role leads clinical services and strategic initiatives design, implementation, transformation and/or innovation across Population Screening and Cancer Prevention (PS&CP) in line with Agency policies, procedures, core business functions and relevant legislation. This role will lead the expansion and effective integration of the Tasmanian Diagnostic Breast Imaging Service into the existing Department of Health structures and services. The role will focus on driving research, innovation, sustainable change, improving performance against key indicators and embedding new models of care across the PS&CP. You will need: Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of the health and clinical services sector, and the political, social and organisational environment together with expertise in clinical service design, transformation and management of innovative projects. High-level management and leadership expertise developed through extensive experience including a demonstrated ability to lead multi-disciplinary programmes, effectively manage financial, human, physical and information resources and to monitor effectiveness and efficiency and to apply contemporary management techniques within a geographically dispersed service or organisation of similar complexity. Strategic planning skills with conceptual, research analytical and creative skills including demonstrated ability to understand, to identify relevant issues and priorities, make sound judgements, and apply policy and program development skills to develop and implement innovative recommendations, options and solutions. Demonstrated high level interpersonal, communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills including the demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, liaise and negotiate complex and sensitive issues effectively, represent PSCP, and proven ability to work constructively as a member of a PSCP executive management team. Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application. Why Tasmania: The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, Northwest Regional Hospital, and Mersey Community Hospital, as well as district hospitals and ambulance services. Additionally, it provides community health, mental health, and primary healthcare services to the Tasmanian community through more than 300 sites. Tasmania, Australia's only island state, offers unparalleled natural beauty and a luxurious lifestyle. Pursuing your health career in Tasmania’s public health system means building strong connections with colleagues and patients. It also means embracing a lifestyle where you can enjoy extraordinary experiences outside of work while making a significant impact on the community during work. Details of appointment: Fixed term full time day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until 30 June 2028. notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant. Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time, part time, and casual vacancies. Salary: $128,102 to $134,832 per annum. Our Employer 12% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount. Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022 Salary Packaging: You’ll have access to salary package a range of benefits including living expenses up to $9,010 $2,650 in meal entertainment each FBT year other benefits if eligible. Benefits available to eligible candidates: Travel and relocation assistance support may be available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees. Professional development and accelerated pathways. A range of leave entitlements, including study leave and Professional Development Support. Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40 fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $14.50 per week per person, or $28.05 for a family. More information about our Employee Benefits can be found here Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance. Statement of Duties: 528629 State Manager, Service Design and Innovation Band 7 (Dec 2025) CSU (1).pdf Application Guide: Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx How to apply: Apply Online. Please click the "Apply" button on this screen to ensure that important questions about you are answered. You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required. applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted for this role For more information: Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy. Name: Mahmoud Mahmoud Position: Group Director - Population Screening and Cancer Prevention Phone number: 0429 540 461 Email address: mahmoud.mahmoud@ths.tas.gov.au What it is like working at the Department of Health? Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in Department of Health. Listen to some of the lived experiences from within the department through some of our wonderful staff and hear about their journey in relocating to Tasmania! Make It Tasmania | Move for a great lifestyle One Health Podcast - Spotify One Health Podcast - Apple Tasmanian Health Careers | Tasmanian Department of Health has achieved the “Carer Accredited Employer Status” providing support to employees with caring responsibilities. (Find out more under the Carer Recognition Act 2023). Respecting diversity is the foundation of everything that Department of Health do. This allows us to instil trust and collaborate through honest and fair communication and helps cultivate an environment of growth and innovation. We strongly encourage applicants from key communities including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA people, and people living with disabilities. Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the Department of Health, Tasmania team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Leading clinical services Driving research and innovation Building stakeholder relationships Key Strengths Clinical service design Leadership and management Strategic planning ️ Interpersonal communication Negotiation skills ⚖️ Conflict resolution A Final Note: This is a role with Department of Health, Tasmania not with Hatch.