Overview The Department of Health is seeking an experienced senior manager to lead the development and implementation of financial management, purchasing and supply strategies, projects, policies and practices for the effective management of the Department's resources.
About The Role The Director Finance and Procurement is a critical role reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, responsible for the management of the development and implementation of financial management and procurement and supply systems and strategies that enables the Department of Health to deliver safe, efficient, effective and high-quality integrated patient and client care.
This executive role offers the opportunity to provide strategic leadership and direction to ensure the development of relevant financial information, and timely budgeting, planning and financial reporting to the Chief Financial Officer, Health Board and Secretary.
About You If you have exceptional qualities in leadership, collaboration, communication, and stakeholder engagement and can evidence a strong track record of success in leading a significant and geographically dispersed financial management program, then this is a career defining opportunity not to be missed.
Why Tasmania The Department of Health Tasmania oversees various hospitals across the state, including the Royal Hobart Hospital, Launceston General Hospital, North West 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 This senior executive position is offered as a 5-year contract, with an attractive remuneration package, including a salary range between $183,884 to $202,163 per annum plus 12% superannuation.
Eligibility Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable: Tertiary qualifications in accounting and membership of either CPA Australia or the Chartered Accountants Australia and New Zealand How To Apply All applications must be submitted online via the Tasmanian Government Jobs website and include a brief statement (maximum 2 pages) outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the role.
You will also need to provide contact details for two referees as part of your application as well as you current Resume.
Applications Close 11:55pm, Monday 15 September 2025 AEST Statement of Duties and Associated Documents Statement of Duties and documents: Statement of Duties: Director Finance and Procurement SES2 (Jan 2024).docx Application Guide: Department of Health - Applicant Guide Sep 2024.docx For More Information All applicants are encouraged to discuss this exciting opportunity further with: Craig Jeffery Chief Financial Officer What it is like working at the Department of Health? Compassion, Accountability, Respect, Excellent are the key values to work in Department of Health.
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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.
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