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eHealth NSW
Changes to Customer Services Dear Member, Attached is correspondence the HSU has received from eHealth NSW regarding proposed changes to the Customer Services Team. Member feedback requested The HSU industrial team is currently reviewing the potential impacts of the proposed restructure upon affected employees. We are now seeking feedback, views and comments from our members. Please review the attached documentation and provide comment and feedback by close of business 7 May 2018. You can submit it by email to [email protected] with subject line eHealth Customer Services. HSU organiser and sub-branch involvement Your HSU organiser Craig Faber will be visiting your workplace shortly and convening a meeting to discuss the matter with affected employees. The HSU is also seeking expressions of interest from members to be part of the consultative process as a workplace delegate in any upcoming USCC meetings regarding this proposal. Please email Craig via [email protected] if you are interested in representing your workmates in USCC meetings. The most effective way to deal with these kinds of proposals is by taking into account the concerns of the group, agreeing on a way forward and presenting that united position to management. Please distribute this newsletter to your work colleagues for their information and comments and encourage them to attend the meeting. Not a member of the HSU? Now is time to join and have your say! You can join online at www.hsu.asn.au/join or call 1300 HSU NSW and join over the phone. A union’s effectiveness and negotiation power depends upon the strength and density of its membership base. Join your work colleagues today by becoming a member of the Health Services Union and help us continue to protect and improve your working life. In unity,
Gerard Hayes Secretary, HSU NSW/ACT/QLD
Newsletter: 204/2018 Date: 23 April 2018
Distribution: eHealth members Contact: Your HSU Organiser
Functional View of Customer Services
Jacob RoySnr Manager, Customer
Services
Service Quality Management aka Service
Support team
Technical Project
Coordination Team
IT Service Management
Team
State Wide Service Desk
Internal Projects Team
Desktop Support
Service Delivery Management
Team
Current View
Jacob RoySnr Manager, Customer
Services
Demand Delivery
Service Management
State Wide Service Desk
End User Services
Service Delivery Management
Future View
Configuration Management
Manager, IS Projects
Project Manager
Project Manager
Project Manager
Engagement Manager
Project Manager
Engagement Manager
Business Analyst
Internal Projects Team
Technical Project Coordinator
Technical Project Coordinator
Technical Project Coordinator
Technical Project Coordinator
Technical Project Coordinator
Technical Project Coordinator
Technical Project Coordinator
Technical Project Coordinator
Technical Project Coordination Team
Technical Project Coordinator
Manager, TPC
Technical Project Coordinator
IT Service Management Team
Manager, ITSM
Configuration Analyst
Configuration Administrator
Configuration Analyst
Configuration Analyst
Asset Analyst
Change Coordinator
Capacity & Availability Manager
Change Coordinator
Change Coordinator
Configuration Manager
Change Manager
Change Coordinator
Service Quality Management aka Service Support team
Service Quality Manager
Incident Manager
Problem Manager
Incident Manager
Incident Manager
Incident Coordinator
Business Analyst
Business Analyst
Business Analyst
Business Analyst
Business Analyst
Business Analyst
Business Analyst
Business Analyst
CA Support
CA Support
Service Request Coordinator
Incident Manager
No Changes to‐ Service Delivery Team‐ End User Services‐ SWSD Team
Current View
Business Analyst
Demand Manager
IT Service Management Team
Change Manager
Change Manager
Change Manager
Change Manager
VacantChange Manager
VacantService Capability Manager
Incident Manager
Incident Coordinator
Incident Manager
Incident Manager
Problem Manager
Business Analyst
Business Analyst
Business Analyst
Business Analyst
Business Analyst
Business Analyst
Business Analyst
Business Analyst
Service Request Coordinator
Demand Delivery
VacantSnr Project Manager
VacantSnr Project Manager
VacantSnr Project Manager
VacantProject Manager
VacantProject Manager
VacantProject Manager
VacantProject Coordinator
VacantProject Coordinator
VacantProject Coordinator
VacantProject Coordinator
VacantPrincipal Business
Analyst
VacantManager Demand Delivery
No Changes to‐ Service Delivery Team‐ End User Services‐ SWSD Team
Incident Manager
VacantProject Manager
Future View
Customer Services
Proposed Changes
Date issued: 18 April 2018 PAGE 1
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the drivers for the change? In response to changes in the delivery of ICT Services and evolving industry demands, a functional review of the eHealth Operating Model and the IT Operating Model was conducted. This will result in a consolidation of services to ensure a consistent quality of service. The changes are aligned to the Service Delivery organisation.
When will it be made effective? We will commence the consultation period with staff from 18 April 2018 to 4 May 2018. During this time, staff will have the opportunity to provide feedback on the proposed changes.
Am I affected by this change?
If you are affected by the change, you would already have been spoken to. The details of the affected positions are below.
Position Classification FTE
Service Quality Manager HM4 1
Technical Project Coordinator (TPC) CM2 10
Team Manager, ITSM HM4 1
Capability & Availability Manager HM3 1
Configuration Administrator HM2 1
What are the proposed changes?
14 new positions as outlined below will be created. This will provide staff with an opportunity for career progression and also create a career path within the team.
Position Classification FTE
Service Capability Manager HM5 1
Principal Business Analyst HM4 1
Senior Project Manager HM4 3
Project Manager HM3 4
Project Coordinator HM2 4
Team Leader Onsite Support Programming Supervisor 1
These new positions will be filled in accordance with the Recruitment and Selection of Staff to the NSW Health Service Policy Directive – PD2015_026.
Customer Services
Proposed Changes
Date issued: 18 April 2018 PAGE 2
Employees who are affected are encouraged to apply for any of the new positions. These positions will be advertised directly to the affected staff in the first instance who will be entitled to priority assessment for similar or like roles.
How will the new positions be recruited? In the first instance, we will advertise the new positions to the affected staff. If any positions are not filled, then wider internal and external recruitment will be used. Affected staff will be offered the opportunity to attend a job application/interview skills workshop. All recruitment will be undertaken in accordance with the Recruitment and Selection of Staff to the NSW Health Service Policy Directive – PD2015_026 and based on merit and in accordance with the Managing Excess Staff of the NSW Health Service – PD 2012_021. .
What happens if I am affected and have been unsuccessful in obtaining a new position in the new structure?
In the event that an affected employee is unsuccessful in obtaining a new position in the new structure, staff will be provided the opportunity to be either redeployed to other areas within the organisation or may be offered the opportunity for voluntary redundancy in accordance with the Managing Excess Staff of the NSW Health Service – PD 2012_021.
Will consultation occur?
We have consulted the affected staff and will be providing staff with further information on the proposed changes today. Staff will have an opportunity to provide feedback on the proposed changes until 4 May 2018. Additionally, the Health Services Union (HSU) has been contacted and invited to provide feedback on the proposed changes. Management representatives and HR Business Partner will also be available to meet with staff one-on-one to provide ongoing support.
What happens if I apply for a lower graded position?
If you apply for a lower graded position, you may be entitled to 3 months of salary maintenance in accordance the Managing Excess Staff of the NSW Health Service – PD 2012_021.
What will happen to staff who are on leave?
Affected staff on leave have been contacted and provided with the option to attend the staff meeting or meet with the manager on their return.
Customer Services
Proposed Changes
Date issued: 18 April 2018 PAGE 3
Who can I contact for further information?
Jacob Roy, Senior Manager Customer Services– [email protected] (02) 9685 3418 Shareen Fouladi, HR Business Partner – [email protected] (02) 8907 1570 If you would like to talk with an independent counsellor, you are welcome to contact the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) provider Optum, a free and confidential 24 hours a day, 7 days a week service via the WHS Assist Line (02) 8644 2323. You also have the right to seek advice including from your union.
Role Description Onsite Support Team Leader – End
User Support
1
Award Health Employees Computer Staff (State) Award
Classification/Grade Programming Supervisor
Employment Status Permanent Full-time
Location Parramatta NSW
Department Service Delivery
Reports to End User Support Manager
Roles reporting to Level 1 Onsite Support Analysts
Position Number (Stafflink) TBC
Date of Approval TBC
Primary purpose of the role
End User Support Team Leader manages a team of level 1 onsite support analysts at multiple sites in
Sydney, providing technical support for end user computing environment and delivering technical outcomes
aligned with business goals.
About eHealth NSW
eHealth NSW is responsible for the delivery of information and communications technology (ICT) led
investments in clinical care, business services and smart infrastructure, providing a digitally enabled and
integrated health system that delivers quality patient centred health experiences to the people of NSW.
Key accountabilities
Provide technical direction to level 1 support analysts and resolve user identified problems in line with
service level agreements.
Collaborate with internal eHealth teams to deliver creative technical solutions for projects and business
initiatives that meet or exceed customer expectations.
Define and monitor compliance with processes for managing technical support and IT requests to
agreed service levels.
Escalate issues and risks with internal and/or external providers to minimise adverse impact on
eHealth’s digital platform used by our customers.
Manage the currency and validity of ICT reference materials to ensure team members are able to
access and apply up-to-date solutions for known IT issues and trending requests.
Report against performance metrics to highlight areas where applications development, vendor
relationship management or strategic infrastructure modifications are required for enhancing business
performance and efficiency.
2
Key challenges
Continually demonstrate that your adherence to the above accountabilities translate into efficient,
robust, reliable and agile service delivery.
Establish collaborative and influential relationships with stakeholders, customers and colleagues, to
ensure easy and effective achievement of team/project/business goals.
Effectively balance competing demands and contribute to maintaining a constructive workplace culture.
Key relationships
Who Why
Internal
Information Services Functional Heads
& Teams
Escalate issues, keep informed, advise and receive instructions to
support functional teams within eHealth
Provide feedback on trends/reporting and anomalies within functional
areas that impact on their performance to deliver intended services to
eHealth clients.
SMO Leads (Detect to Correct
Function)
Work with other SMO Leads in Service Portfolio and Capability domains.
Improve process governance and adoption of key underpinning
processes that support the Desktop portfolio
External
Service Providers & Customers Ensure eHealth services are delivered consistently to all external clients
Services are delivered in a cost-effective manner
Customer Satisfaction and SLAs meet or exceed expectations against
Desktop services
Position Dimensions
Direct Report: 7 Indirect Report: Nil
Financial Delegation
Budget ($): Nil Financial Delegation: Nil
Essential Requirements:
1. Demonstrated experience in providing leadership to 1st level support analysts with the ability to schedule
resources, develop and motivate a team to achieve excellence in customer service.
2. Proven ability to work effectively under pressure by managing competing priorities whilst recognising strategic
business requirements to meet deadlines, SLAs and KPIs.
3
Selection Criteria:
1. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders, with the ability to
negotiate to achieve a consultative outcome.
2. Demonstrated experience of working effectively in a team to encourage engagement and collaboration.
3. Good understanding in the areas of incident management, problem management, change management,
Knowledge Management, and service level management - ITIL (Information Technology Infrastructure
Library).
4. Experience and a record of achievement in the delivery and support for technical services in a large and
complex service environment, including relevant qualifications or equivalent demonstrated experience across
multiple end user computing platforms/technologies/disciplines and ITIL v3 certification.
5. Excellent communication (verbal/written), negotiation and consultative skills. Proficiency in documenting
results of technical and other investigations.
Capabilities for the role
The NSW Public Sector Capability Framework applies to all NSW public sector employees. The Capability
Framework is available at www.psc.nsw.gov.au/capabilityframework
This role also utilises an occupation specific capability set which contains information from the Skills
Framework for the Information Age (SFIA). The capability set is available at
www.psc.nsw.gov.au/capabilityframework/ICT
Capability summary
Below is the full list of capabilities and the level required for this role. The capabilities in bold are the focus
capabilities for this role. Refer to the next section for further information about the focus capabilities.
NSW Public Sector Capability Framework
Capability Group Capability Name Level
Display Resilience and Courage Adept
Act with Integrity Adept
Manage Self Adept
Value Diversity Intermediate
Communicate Effectively Adept
Commit to Customer Service Adept
Work Collaboratively Adept
Influence and Negotiate Intermediate
Deliver Results Adept
Plan and Prioritise Advanced
Think and Solve Problems Adept
Demonstrate Accountability Intermediate
4
NSW Public Sector Capability Framework
Capability Group Capability Name Level
Finance Intermediate
Technology Adept
Procurement and Contract Management Intermediate
Project Management Intermediate
Occupation / profession specific capabilities
Capability Set Category, Sub-category and Skill Level and Code
Relationship & Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Relationship
Management
Level 4 - CSMG
Delivery & Operation, Service Operation, Incident Management Level 5 – USUP
Delivery & Operation, Service Operation, Problem Management Level 5 – PBMG
Delivery & Operation, Service Operation, System Software Level 4 – SYSP
Delivery & Operation, Service Operation, Systems
Installation/Decommissioning
Level 4 – HSIN
5
Focus capabilities
The focus capabilities for the role are the capabilities in which occupants must demonstrate immediate
competence. The behavioural indicators provide examples of the types of behaviours that would be
expected at that level and should be reviewed in conjunction with the role’s key accountabilities.
NSW Public Sector Capability Framework
Group and Capability Level Behavioural Indicators
Personal Attributes
Manage Self
Adept Look for and take advantage of opportunities to learn new skills and
develop strengths
Show commitment to achieving challenging goals
Examine and reflect on own performance
Seek and respond positively to constructive feedback and guidance
Demonstrate a high level of personal motivation
Relationships
Communicate Effectively
Adept Tailor communication to the audience
Clearly explain complex concepts and arguments to individuals and
groups
Monitor own and others’ non-verbal cues and adapt where
necessary
Create opportunities for others to be heard
Actively listen to others and clarify own understanding
Write fluently in a range of styles and formats
Results
Think and Solve
Problems
Advanced Undertake objective, critical analysis to draw accurate conclusions
that recognise and manage contextual issues
Work through issues, weigh up alternatives and identify the most
effective solutions
Take account of the wider business context when considering
options to resolve issues
Explore a range of possibilities and creative alternatives to
contribute to systems, process and business improvements
Implement systems and processes that underpin high quality
research and analysis
Business Enablers
Technology
Adept Undertake objective, critical analysis to draw accurate conclusions
that recognise and manage contextual issues
Work through issues, weigh up alternatives and identify the most
effective solutions
Take account of the wider business context when considering
options to resolve issues
Explore a range of possibilities and creative alternatives to
contribute to systems, process and business improvements
Implement systems and processes that underpin high quality
research and analysis
6
Occupation specific capability set (Skills Framework for the Information Age – SFIA)
Category and
Sub-Category
Level and Code Level Descriptions
Relationship &
Engagement,
Stakeholder
Management,
Relationship
Management
Level 4
CSMG
Customer service support (CSMG) - Monitors customer service
functions, and collects performance data. Assists with the specification,
development, research and evaluation of services standards. Applies
these standards to resolve or escalate issues and gives technical
briefings to staff members.
Delivery & Operation,
Service Operation,
Incident Management
Level 5
USUP
Service Operation (USUP) - Ensures that incidents are handled
according to agreed procedures. Investigates escalated incidents to
responsible service owners and seeks resolution. Facilitates recovery,
following resolution of incidents. Ensures that resolved incidents are
properly documented and closed. Analyses causes of incidents, and
informs service owners in order to minimise probability of recurrence,
and contribute to service improvement. Analyses metrics and reports on
performance of incident management process.
Delivery & Operation,
Service Operation,
Problem Management
Level 5
PBMG
Problem Management (PBMG) - Ensures that appropriate action is
taken to anticipate, investigate and resolve problems in systems and
services. Ensures that such problems are fully documented within the
relevant reporting system(s). Enables development of problem solutions.
Coordinates the implementation of agreed remedies and preventative
measures. Analyses patterns and trends.
Delivery & Operation,
Service Operation, IT
Infrastructure
Level 4
SYSP
IT Operations (ITOP) - Reviews system software updates and identifies
those that merit action. Tailors system software to maximise hardware
functionality. Installs and tests new versions of system software.
Investigates and coordinates the resolution of potential and actual
service problems. Prepares and maintains operational documentation for
system software. Advises on the correct and effective use of system
software.
Delivery & Operation,
Service Operation,
Systems
Installation/Decommis
sioning
Level 4
HSIN
Hardware/Software Installation (HSIN) - Undertakes routine
installations and de-installations of items of hardware and/or software.
Takes action to ensure targets are met within established safety and
quality procedures, including, where appropriate, handover to the client.
Conducts tests of hardware and/or software using supplied test
procedures and diagnostic tools. Corrects malfunctions, calling on other
experienced colleagues and external resources if required. Documents
details of all hardware/software items that have been installed and
removed so that configuration management records can be updated.
Develops installation procedures and standards, and schedules
installation work. Provides specialist guidance and advice to less
experienced colleagues to ensure best use is made of available assets,
and to maintain or improve the installation service.
7
Other Specific Requirements
The role and responsibilities are to be carried out in a manner that is consistent with delegations, policies, procedures
and operations systems of HealthShare NSW. The following specific requirements should be noted:
Culture
Contribute to a constructive workplace culture and a safe workplace. Model the organisation’s CORE values and ensure
all workplace conduct is consistent with the behaviours associated with those values and the NSW Health Code of
Conduct.
Finance and Resources
Manage allocated finance and resources efficiently and effectively in accordance with the HealthShare NSW Delegations
Manual (and supporting corporate policies and documentation). This may include, but not be limited to, management
of an allocated budget, assets and stores, corporate records, intellectual property and personnel records and include
the correct retention of data and records.
Fraud and Corruption
Ensure there are effective and sustained controls to prevent, detect and respond to fraud and corruption.
On-call
Participate in on-call work as required
Performance Appraisal
Employees and managers should regularly check-in with each other, providing feedback to each other. All new staff
should have an initial performance assessment within three (3) months following commencement of employment. At
least every twelve (12) months, a performance appraisal should be undertaken.
Risk Management
Undertake business unit risk planning and risk assessments, ensuring competence in risk management and
assessment. Understand and abide by the organisation’s risk policies, maintaining an understanding of the operational
and risk management context, managing risk accordingly.
Training
Comply with and participate in the organisation’s training programs and policies, maintaining currency of all mandatory
training.
Vaccination
Category B
Travel
Capacity and willingness, including current driver’s license recognised in NSW, to travel to eHealth NSW business and
service locations throughout NSW, which may include overnight stay in regional / remote areas.
Work Health and Safety
Workers have a duty of care to ensure everyone is safe at work. Leaders must be safety aware. Everyone must Think
Safe, Work Safe and Live Safe and follow the HealthShare NSW guide to safety excellence. This includes taking
reasonable care for your own safety and others, participating with consultation arrangements and complying with safety
instructions and work health and safety legislation, policies and procedures.
Workplace Diversity
Comply with and participate in the organisations workplace diversity goals and policies and procedures.
Employee Agreement
I have read the Position description and understand its contents, am fit and able to perform the duties outlined in the
Job Demands Checklist, and agree to work in accordance with the requirements of the position.
Signatories Name Signature Date
8
Employee
Manager / Supervisor
Job Demands Checklist
The purpose of this checklist is to manage the risk associated with the position in relation to the occupant. It may be
used to provide information about the position to a Health Professional required to perform a pre-employment medical
assessment. Identification of possible risk can also assist with the development of a training plan for the occupant to
ensure the risks are minimised.
Each position should be assessed at the site as to the incumbent’s (or future incumbent’s) OHS responsibilities
specific to the position. This form is to be completed in consultation with the manager/supervisor of the position being
recruited for.
Job Demands Frequency Key:
I = Infrequent intermittent activity exists for a short time on a very infrequent basis
O = Occasional activity exists up to 1/3 of the time when performing the job
F = Frequent activity exists between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time when performing the job
C = Constant activity exists for more than 2/3 or the time when performing the job
R = Repetitive activity involved repetitive movements
N = Not Applicable activity is not required to perform the job
Note: any entries not assigned a value will be automatically set to "N"
PHYSICAL DEMANDS - Description (comment) FREQUENCY
I O F C R N
Sitting – remaining in a seated position to perform tasks X
Standing – remaining standing without moving about to perform tasks X
Walking – floor type: even/uneven/slippery, indoors/outdoors, slopes X
Running – floor type: even/uneven/slippery, indoors/outdoors, slopes X
Bend/Lean Forward from Waist – forward bending from the waist to perform tasks X
Trunk Twisting – turning from the waist while sitting or standing to perform tasks X
Kneeling – remaining in a kneeling posture to perform tasks X
Squatting/Crouching – adopting a squatting or crouching posture to perform tasks X
Leg/Foot Movement – use of leg and/or foot to operate machinery X
Climbing (stairs/ladders) – ascend/descend stairs, ladders, steps X
Lifting/Carrying – light lifting and carrying (0 to 9 kg) X
Lifting/Carrying – moderate lifting and carrying (10 to 15 kg) X
Lifting/Carrying – heavy lifting and carrying (16kg and above) X
Reaching – arms fully extended forward or raised above shoulder X
Pushing/Pulling/Restraining – using force to hold/restrain or move objects toward or away from the
body X
Head/Neck Postures – holding head in a position other than neutral (facing forward) X
9
Hand and Arm Movements – repetitive movements of hands and arms X
Grasping/Fine Manipulation – gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or hands X
Work at Heights – using ladders, footstools, scaffolding, or other objects to perform work X
Driving/Riding – controlling the operation of a vehicle (e.g. car, truck, bus, motorcycle, bicycle) X
SENSORY DEMANDS - Description (comment)
I O F C R N
Sight – use of sight is an integral part of work performance (e.g. viewing of X-Rays, computer
screens) X
Hearing – use of hearing is an integral part of work performance (e.g. phone enquiries) X
Smell – use of smell is an integral part of work performance (e.g. working with chemicals) X
Taste – use of taste is an integral part of work performance (e.g. food preparation) X
Touch – use of touch is an integral part of work performance X
PSYCHOSOCIAL DEMANDS - Description (comment) FREQUENCY
Distressed People – e.g. emergency or grief situations X
Aggressive and Uncooperative People – e.g. drug/alcohol, dementia, mental illness X
Unpredictable People – e.g. dementia, mental illness, head injuries X
Restraining – involvement in physical containment of patients/clients X
Exposure to Distressing Situations – e.g. child abuse, viewing dead/mutilated bodies X
ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS - Description (comment) FREQUENCY
Dust – exposure to atmospheric dust X
Gases – working with explosive or flammable gases requiring precautionary measures X
Fumes – exposure to noxious or toxic fumes X
Liquids – working with corrosive, toxic or poisonous liquids or chemicals requiring personal
protective equipment (PPE) X
Hazardous Substances – e.g. dry chemicals, glues X
Noise – environmental/background noise necessitates people raise their voice to be heard X
Inadequate Lighting – risk of trips, falls or eyestrain X
Sunlight – risk of sunburn exists from spending more than 10 minutes per day in sunlight X
Extreme Temperatures – environmental temperatures are less than 15°C or more than 35°C X
Confined Spaces – areas where only one egress (escape route) exists X
Slippery or Uneven Surfaces - greasy or wet floor surfaces, ramps, uneven ground X
Inadequate Housekeeping - obstructions to walkways and work areas cause trips and falls X
Working At Heights – ladders/stepladders/scaffolding are required to perform tasks X
Biological Hazards – exposure to body fluids, bacteria, infectious diseases X
Role Description Principal Business Analyst Demand Delivery Office
Award Health Managers (State) Award
Classification/Grade Health Manager Level 4
Employment Status Permanent Full - Time
Location Parramatta
Department Customer Support, Service Delivery
Reports to Manager, Demand Delivery
Roles reporting to Senior Business Analyst, Business Analyst
Position Number (Stafflink) TBC
Date of Approval TBC
Primary purpose of the role
The Principal Business Analyst defines, establishes and leads the Business Analyst team within the Demand Delivery
in delivering high quality review and analysis of the organisation’s business intentions, services, processes and
information needs to identify changes that lead to business improvements across eHealth.
About eHealth NSW
eHealth NSW is responsible for the delivery of information and communications technology (ICT) led investments in
clinical care, business services and smart infrastructure, providing a digitally enabled and integrated health system
that delivers quality patient centred health experiences to the people of NSW.
Key accountabilities
Provide expert advice about the feasibility and suitability of proposed solutions to optimise business performance
Lead and support critical IT projects, planning and delivery across a portfolio of complex initiatives.
Provide leadership and coaching to staff and effectively manage operational issues to ensure continuous effective
service delivery and a performance based, innovative, responsive and accountable customer focused work
culture.
Facilitate strong working relationships with key stakeholders to support collaboration, the exchange of information
and issues management to build on existing relationships and influence outcomes.
Work with key stakeholders to define critical business requirements and trends to improve operational capability
and identify business improvements.
Collaborate with key stakeholders to enhance business processes in a continuous improvement service delivery
environment.
Provide plain language advice on highly complex technical issues to non-technical audiences to enable informed
business decisions/outcomes and service level improvements.
Key challenges
Lead the engagement on Demand Delivery Management (Business Analysts) across the NSW health system,
balance competing demands to achieve business objectives, establish effective stakeholder relationships and
arrangements that ensure customer input to all decisions, and balance statewide needs with local innovation and
national directions
2
Work within an environment where technologies are subject to rapid evolution and change and identify technology
solutions and platforms that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the overall service offering for customers
and drive improved value
Create, lead, and maintain a constructive workplace culture
Key relationships
Who Why
Internal
Manager Escalate issues, keep informed, advise and receive instructions Inspire and motivate team, provide direction and manage performance
Work team Support team, work collaboratively to contribute to achieving the team’s business outcomes
Participate in meetings to represent work group perspective and share information
Participate in discussions and decisions regarding implementation of innovation and best practice
Clients/customers Resolve issues and provide solutions to problems Provide strategic advice for business improvement Provide information regarding agency sector wide rules and standards
Position Dimensions
Direct Report: 7 Indirect Report: TBD
Financial Delegation
Budget ($): Nil Financial Delegation: Nil
Essential Requirements
Extensive experience and a proven track record of achievement in leading the review and analyses of
critical/highly complex enterprise processes or services in a large and complex service industry organisation,
including relevant qualifications or equivalent. This includes demonstrated expertise improving business
performance by adopting innovative business analysis solutions.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Excel.
Selection Criteria
Demonstrated experience leading and developing capability of a team, and coaching and advising managers,
whilst always fostering a performance based and customer focused work culture.
Highly-developed analytical skills including the ability to analyse and interpret complex information from
numerous sources, prepare and present analysis and reports, deal with challenges creatively and achieve
business focused solutions.
Excellent organisational skills and demonstrated experience working in a high volume and demanding
professional environment with proven capacity to prioritise, multi-task, achieve business goals, perform and
always work with a customer focused approach.
Highly-developed interpersonal, consultation, facilitation and negotiation skills and demonstrated capacity to
broker effective IT system and solutions with a diverse range of internal and external key stakeholders.
3
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to produce high quality written documentation and
presentations in a timely manner.
Capabilities for the role
The NSW Public Sector Capability Framework applies to all NSW public sector employees. The Capability Framework
is available at www.psc.nsw.gov.au/capabilityframework
This role also utilises an occupation specific capability set which contains information from the Skills Framework for
the Information Age (SFIA). The capability set is available at www.psc.nsw.gov.au/capabilityframework/ICT
Capability summary
Below is the full list of capabilities and the level required for this role. The capabilities in bold are the focus capabilities
for this role. Refer to the next section for further information about the focus capabilities.
NSW Public Sector Capability Framework
Capability Group Capability Name Level
Display Resilience and Courage Adept
Act with Integrity Adept
Manage Self Adept
Value Diversity Adept
Communicate Effectively Advanced
Commit to Customer Service Adept
Work Collaboratively Intermediate
Influence and Negotiate Adept
Deliver Results Adept
Plan and Prioritise Adept
Think and Solve Problems Adept
Demonstrate Accountability Adept
Finance Intermediate
Technology Adept
Procurement and Contract Management Adept
Project Management Adept
Manage and Develop People Adept
Inspire Direction and Purpose Adept
Optimise Business Outcomes Adept
Manage Reform and Change Adept
4
Occupation / profession specific capabilities
Capability Set Category, Sub-category and Skill Level and Code
Strategy and Architecture - Business Strategy and Planning
Business Process Improvement
Level 6 - BPRE
Business Change - Business Change Management
Business Analysis
Level 6 - BUAN
Business Change - Business Change Management
Requirements Definition and Management
Level 5 - REQM
Business Change - Relationship Management
Stakeholder Relationship Management
Level 6 - RLMT
Focus capabilities
The focus capabilities for the role are the capabilities in which occupants must demonstrate immediate competence.
The behavioural indicators provide examples of the types of behaviours that would be expected at that level and
should be reviewed in conjunction with the role’s key accountabilities.
NSW Public Sector Capability Framework
Group and Capability Level Behavioural Indicators
Personal Attributes
Display Resilience and
Courage
Adept Be flexible, show initiative and respond quickly when situations
change
Give frank and honest feedback/advice
Listen when ideas are challenged, seek to understand the nature of
the criticism and respond constructively
Raise and work through challenging issues and seek alternatives
Keep control of own emotions and stay calm under pressure and in
challenging situations
Relationships
Influence and
Negotiate
Adept Negotiate from an informed and credible position
Lead and facilitate productive discussions with staff and
stakeholders
Encourage others to talk, share and debate ideas to achieve a
consensus
Recognise and explain the need for compromise
Influence others with a fair and considered approach and sound
arguments
Show sensitivity and understanding in resolving conflicts and
differences
Manage challenging relations with internal and external
stakeholders
Pre-empt and minimise conflict
Results
Deliver Results
Adept Take responsibility for delivering on intended outcomes
Make sure team/unit staff understand expected goals and
acknowledge success
Identify resource needs and ensure goals are achieved within
budget and deadlines
Identify changed priorities and ensure allocation of resources meets
new business needs
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NSW Public Sector Capability Framework
Group and Capability Level Behavioural Indicators
Ensure financial implications of changed priorities are explicit and
budgeted for
Use own expertise and seek others' expertise to achieve work
outcomes
Results
Think and Solve
Problems
Adept Research and analyse information, identify interrelationships and
make recommendations based on relevant evidence
Anticipate, identify and address issues and potential problems and
select the most effective solutions from a range of options
Participate in and contribute to team/unit initiatives to resolve
common issues or barriers to effectiveness
Identify and share business process improvements to enhance
effectiveness
Business Enablers
Project Management
Adept Prepare clear project proposals and define scope and goals in
measurable terms
Establish performance outcomes and measures for key project
goals, and define monitoring, reporting and communication
requirements
Prepare accurate estimates of costs and resources required for
more complex projects
Communicate the project strategy and its expected benefits to
others
Monitor the completion of project milestones against goals and
initiate amendments where necessary
Evaluate progress and identify improvements to inform future
projects
People Management
Manage and Develop
People
Adept Define and clearly communicate roles and responsibilities to
achieve team/unit outcome
Negotiate clear performance standards and monitor progress
Develop team/unit plans that take into account team capability,
strengths and opportunities for development
Provide regular constructive feedback to build on strengths and
achieve results
Address and resolve team and individual performance issues,
including unsatisfactory performance in a timely and effective way
Monitor and report on performance of team in line with established
performance development frameworks
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Occupation specific capability set (Skills Framework for the Information Age – SFIA)
Category and
Sub-Category
Level and Code Level Descriptions
Strategy and
Architecture
Business Strategy and
Planning
Level 6
BPRE
BUSINESS PROCESS IMPROVEMENT (BPRE) – Analyses business
processes; identifies alternative solutions, assesses feasibility, and
recommends new approaches, typically seeking to exploit technology
components. Evaluates the financial, cultural, technological,
organisational and environmental factors which must be addressed in
the change programme. Establishes client requirements for the
implementation of significant changes in organisational mission,
business functions and process, organisational roles and
responsibilities, and scope or nature of service delivery
Business Change
Business Change
Management
Level 6
BUAN
BUSINESS ANALYSIS (BUAN) – Takes full responsibility for business
analysis within a significant segment of an organisation where the
advice given and decisions made will have a measurable impact on
the profitability or effectiveness of the organisation. Establishes the
contribution that technology can make to business objectives, defining
strategies, validating and justifying business needs, conducting
feasibility studies, producing high-level and detailed business models,
preparing business cases, overseeing development and
implementation of solutions, taking into account the implications of
change on the organisation and all stakeholders. Guides senior
management towards accepting change brought about through
process and organisational change
Business Change
Business Change
Management
Level 5
REQM
REQUIREMENTS DEFINITION AND MANAGEMENT (REQM) –
Facilitates scoping and business priority setting for large or complex
changes, engaging senior stakeholders as required. Selects the most
appropriate means of representing business requirements in the
context of a specific change initiative. Drives the requirements
elicitation process where necessary, identifying what stakeholder input
is required. Obtains formal agreement from a large and diverse range
of potentially senior stakeholders and recipients to the scope and
requirements, plus the establishment of a base-line on which delivery
of a solution can commence. Takes responsibility for the investigation
and application of changes to programme scope. Identifies the impact
on business requirements of external impacts affecting a programme
or project
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Occupation specific capability set (Skills Framework for the Information Age – SFIA)
Category and
Sub-Category
Level and Code Level Descriptions
Business Change
Relationship
Management
Level 6
RLMT
STAKEHOLDER RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT (RLMT) –
Supports business change, acting as a single point of contact for
senior stakeholders, facilitating relationships between them. Ensures
that stakeholders understand available IT services, and promotes
financial and commercial awareness in order to deliver value-for-
money. Conducts analysis of demand for services and influences
stakeholders to ensure that the necessary investments are made to
deliver required services. Negotiates at senior level on technical and
commercial issues, to ensure that customers, suppliers and other
stakeholders understand and agree what will meet their needs, and
that appropriate service level agreements are defined. Oversees
monitoring of relationships including lessons learned and appropriate
feedback. Initiates improvement in services, products and systems
Other Specific Requirements
The role and responsibilities are to be carried out in a manner that is consistent with delegations, policies, procedures
and operations systems of HealthShare NSW. The following specific requirements should be noted:
Culture
Contribute to a constructive workplace culture and a safe workplace. Model the organisation’s CORE values and ensure
all workplace conduct is consistent with the behaviours associated with those values and the NSW Health Code of
Conduct.
Finance and Resources
Manage allocated finance and resources efficiently and effectively in accordance with the HealthShare NSW Delegations
Manual (and supporting corporate policies and documentation). This may include, but not be limited to, management
of an allocated budget, assets and stores, corporate records, intellectual property and personnel records and include
the correct retention of data and records.
Fraud and Corruption
Ensure there are effective and sustained controls to prevent, detect and respond to fraud and corruption.
Performance Appraisal
Employees and managers should regularly check-in with each other, providing feedback to each other. All new staff
should have an initial performance assessment within three (3) months following commencement of employment. At
least every twelve (12) months, a performance appraisal should be undertaken.
Risk Management
Undertake business unit risk planning and risk assessments, ensuring competence in risk management and
assessment. Understand and abide by the organisation’s risk policies, maintaining an understanding of the operational
and risk management context, managing risk accordingly.
Training
Comply with and participate in the organisation’s training programs and policies, maintaining currency of all mandatory
training.
Vaccination
Category B
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Work Health and Safety
Workers have a duty of care to ensure everyone is safe at work. Leaders must be safety aware. Everyone must Think
Safe, Work Safe and Live Safe and follow the HealthShare NSW guide to safety excellence. This includes taking
reasonable care for your own safety and others, participating with consultation arrangements and complying with safety
instructions and work health and safety legislation, policies and procedures.
Workplace Diversity
Comply with and participate in the organisations workplace diversity goals and policies and procedures.
Employee Agreement
I have read the Position description and understand its contents, am fit and able to perform the duties outlined in the
Job Demands Checklist, and agree to work in accordance with the requirements of the position.
Signatories Name Signature Date
Employee
Manager / Supervisor
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Job Demands Checklist
The purpose of this checklist is to manage the risk associated with the position in relation to the occupant. It may be
used to provide information about the position to a Health Professional required to perform a pre-employment medical
assessment. Identification of possible risk can also assist with the development of a training plan for the occupant to
ensure the risks are minimised.
Each position should be assessed at the site as to the incumbent’s (or future incumbent’s) OHS responsibilities
specific to the position. This form is to be completed in consultation with the manager/supervisor of the position being
recruited for.
Job Demands Frequency Key:
I = Infrequent intermittent activity exists for a short time on a very infrequent basis
O = Occasional activity exists up to 1/3 of the time when performing the job
F = Frequent activity exists between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time when performing the job
C = Constant activity exists for more than 2/3 or the time when performing the job
R = Repetitive activity involved repetitive movements
N = Not Applicable activity is not required to perform the job
Note: any entries not assigned a value will be automatically set to "N"
PHYSICAL DEMANDS - Description (comment) FREQUENCY
I O F C R N
Sitting – remaining in a seated position to perform tasks X
Standing – remaining standing without moving about to perform tasks X
Walking – floor type: even/uneven/slippery, indoors/outdoors, slopes X
Running – floor type: even/uneven/slippery, indoors/outdoors, slopes X
Bend/Lean Forward from Waist – forward bending from the waist to perform tasks X
Trunk Twisting – turning from the waist while sitting or standing to perform tasks X
Kneeling – remaining in a kneeling posture to perform tasks X
Squatting/Crouching – adopting a squatting or crouching posture to perform tasks X
Leg/Foot Movement – use of leg and/or foot to operate machinery X
Climbing (stairs/ladders) – ascend/descend stairs, ladders, steps X
Lifting/Carrying – light lifting and carrying (0 to 9 kg) X
Lifting/Carrying – moderate lifting and carrying (10 to 15 kg) X
Lifting/Carrying – heavy lifting and carrying (16kg and above) X
Reaching – arms fully extended forward or raised above shoulder X
Pushing/Pulling/Restraining – using force to hold/restrain or move objects toward or away from the
body X
Head/Neck Postures – holding head in a position other than neutral (facing forward) X
Hand and Arm Movements – repetitive movements of hands and arms X
Grasping/Fine Manipulation – gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or hands X
Work at Heights – using ladders, footstools, scaffolding, or other objects to perform work X
Driving/Riding – controlling the operation of a vehicle (e.g. car, truck, bus, motorcycle, bicycle) X
SENSORY DEMANDS - Description (comment)
I O F C R N
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Sight – use of sight is an integral part of work performance (e.g. viewing of X-Rays, computer
screens) X
Hearing – use of hearing is an integral part of work performance (e.g. phone enquiries) X
Smell – use of smell is an integral part of work performance (e.g. working with chemicals) X
Taste – use of taste is an integral part of work performance (e.g. food preparation) X
Touch – use of touch is an integral part of work performance X
PSYCHOSOCIAL DEMANDS - Description (comment) FREQUENCY
Distressed People – e.g. emergency or grief situations X
Aggressive and Uncooperative People – e.g. drug/alcohol, dementia, mental illness X
Unpredictable People – e.g. dementia, mental illness, head injuries X
Restraining – involvement in physical containment of patients/clients X
Exposure to Distressing Situations – e.g. child abuse, viewing dead/mutilated bodies X
ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS - Description (comment) FREQUENCY
Dust – exposure to atmospheric dust X
Gases – working with explosive or flammable gases requiring precautionary measures X
Fumes – exposure to noxious or toxic fumes X
Liquids – working with corrosive, toxic or poisonous liquids or chemicals requiring personal
protective equipment (PPE) X
Hazardous Substances – e.g. dry chemicals, glues X
Noise – environmental/background noise necessitates people raise their voice to be heard X
Inadequate Lighting – risk of trips, falls or eyestrain X
Sunlight – risk of sunburn exists from spending more than 10 minutes per day in sunlight X
Extreme Temperatures – environmental temperatures are less than 15°C or more than 35°C X
Confined Spaces – areas where only one egress (escape route) exists X
Slippery or Uneven Surfaces - greasy or wet floor surfaces, ramps, uneven ground X
Inadequate Housekeeping - obstructions to walkways and work areas cause trips and falls X
Working At Heights – ladders/stepladders/scaffolding are required to perform tasks X
Biological Hazards – exposure to body fluids, bacteria, infectious diseases X
Role Description Project Coordinator - ICT
Award Health Managers (State) Award
Classification/Grade Health Manager Level 2
Employment Status Permanent Full-time
Location Parramatta
Department Customer Support, Service Delivery
Reports to Demand Manager
Roles reporting to Nil
Position Number (Stafflink) TBC
Date of Approval TBC
Primary purpose of the role
The Project Coordinator - ICT assists Project Managers with the development and implementation of projects,
including project plans, policies and solutions and contributes to issue resolution and escalation, research, analysis
activities and planning and monitoring activities.
About eHealth NSW
eHealth NSW is responsible for the delivery of digital solutions for clinical care and business services, supported by
smart infrastructure, providing a digitally enabled and integrated health system that delivers quality patient-centred
health experiences to the people of NSW.
Key accountabilities
Monitor, track and report on the status of project deliverables to ensure time, cost and quality metrics are in line
with approved project plans for assigned projects. This includes assisting with project related risk management by
identifying areas of non-compliance to improve project outcomes and reduce project related risk.
Maintain register of compliance with endorsed project management methodology, ITIL change management
processes and other relevant organisational policies for audit purposes.
Contribute to the development of project plans under the guidance of a Project Manager to develop future
capability including researching and analysing options in relation to business cases and project deliverables to
guide optimal decision making.
Execute the planned assurance initiative and report on identified findings to assist with quality assurance and
compliance requirements.
Key challenges Establish collaborative and influential relationships with stakeholders, customers and colleagues, to ensure easy
and effective achievement of team/project/business goals.
Effectively balance competing demands.
Contribute to creating and maintaining a constructive workplace culture.
Key relationships
Who Why
Internal
Manager Escalate issues, keep informed, advise and receive instructions
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Who Why
Work Team Participate in meetings to represent work group perspective and share
information Work collaboratively to contribute to achieving the team’s business
outcomes
Who Why
External
Customers Resolve and provide solutions to issues Provide information and guidance regarding project management rules and
standards
Position Dimensions
Direct Report: Nil Indirect Report: Nil
Financial Delegation
Budget ($): Nil Financial Delegation: Nil
Essential Requirements
Demonstrated experience in project administration duties, including but not limited to, the maintenance of
project documentation, plans and reports, as well as updating risk/opportunity registers, schedule updates and
financial updates.
Understanding of Project Management Methodologies (PRINCE2, PMBOK, Agile) with extensive experience in project coordination for large/complex projects.
Selection Criteria
Demonstrated experience managing and overseeing key aspects of projects management and
implementation, including developing and monitoring project plans, coordinating resources, reporting, issue
and risk management and managing budgets.
Proven capacity to develop and implement initiatives, including the capability to plan, manage change, improve
performance and project manage.
Well-developed analytical skills including the ability to analyse and interpret information from numerous sources,
prepare and present analysis and reports, deal with challenges creatively and achieve business focused
solutions.
Demonstrated organisational skills and experience working in a high volume and demanding professional
environment with proven capacity to prioritise, multi-task, achieve business goals, perform and always work
with a customer focused approach.
Well-developed interpersonal and influencing skills with previous experience engaging, collaborating and
influencing key stakeholders and customers to influence and achieve optimal business outcomes.
Capabilities for the role
The NSW Public Sector Capability Framework applies to all NSW public sector employees. The Capability Framework
is available at www.psc.nsw.gov.au/capabilityframework
This role also utilises an occupation specific capability set which contains information from the Skills Framework for
the Information Age (SFIA). The capability set is available at www.psc.nsw.gov.au/capabilityframework/ICT
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Capability summary
Below is the full list of capabilities and the level required for this role. The capabilities in bold are the focus capabilities
for this role. Refer to the next section for further information about the focus capabilities.
NSW Public Sector Capability Framework
Capability Group Capability Name Level
Display Resilience and Courage Foundational
Act with Integrity Intermediate
Manage Self Intermediate
Value Diversity Foundational
Communicate Effectively Intermediate
Commit to Customer Service Intermediate
Work Collaboratively Intermediate
Influence and Negotiate Foundational
Deliver Results Intermediate
Plan and Prioritise Adept
Think and Solve Problems Foundational
Demonstrate Accountability Foundational
Finance Foundational
Technology Intermediate
Procurement and Contract Management Foundational
Project Management Intermediate
Occupation / profession specific capabilities
Capability Set Category and Sub-category Level and Code
Business Change, Business Change Management Portfolio,
Programme and Project Support
Level 4 – PROF
Strategy and Architecture, Business Strategy and Planning, Business
Risk Management
Level 4 – BURM
Focus capabilities
The focus capabilities for the role are the capabilities in which occupants must demonstrate immediate competence.
The behavioural indicators provide examples of the types of behaviours that would be expected at that level and
should be reviewed in conjunction with the role’s key accountabilities.
NSW Public Sector Capability Framework
Group and Capability Level Behavioural Indicators
Personal Attributes
Act with Integrity
Intermediate Represent the organisation in an honest, ethical and professional
way
Support a culture of integrity and professionalism
Understand and follow legislation, rules, policies, guidelines and
codes of conduct
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NSW Public Sector Capability Framework
Group and Capability Level Behavioural Indicators
Help others to understand their obligations to comply with
legislation, rules, policies, guidelines and codes of conduct
Recognise and report misconduct, illegal or inappropriate
behaviour
Report and manage apparent conflicts of interest
Relationships
Work Collaboratively
Intermediate Represent the organisation in an honest, ethical and professional
way
Support a culture of integrity and professionalism
Understand and follow legislation, rules, policies, guidelines and
codes of conduct
Help others to understand their obligations to comply with
legislation, rules, policies, guidelines and codes of conduct
Recognise and report misconduct, illegal or inappropriate
behaviour
Report and manage apparent conflicts of interest
Results
Plan and Prioritise
Adept Take into account future aims and goals of the team/unit and
organisation when prioritising own and others’ work
Initiate, prioritise, consult on and develop team/unit goals,
strategies and plans
Anticipate and assess the impact of changes, such as government
policy/economic conditions, on team/unit objectives and initiate
appropriate responses
Ensure current work plans and activities support and are
consistent with organisational change initiatives
Evaluate achievements and adjust future plans accordingly
Business Enablers
Project Management
Intermediate Perform basic research and analysis which others will use to
inform project directions
Understand project goals, steps to be undertaken and expected
outcomes
Prepare accurate documentation to support cost or resource
estimates
Participate and contribute to reviews of progress, outcomes and
future improvements
Identify and escalate any possible variance from project plans
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Occupation specific capability set (Skills Framework for the Information Age – SFIA)
Category and
Sub-Category
Level and Code Level Descriptions
Business Change
Business Change
Management Portfolio
Level 4
PROF
Programme and Project Support (PROF) - Takes responsibility for
the provision of Project support services to small/medium scale
projects. Uses and recommends project control solutions for
planning, scheduling and tracking projects. Sets up and provides
detailed guidance on project management software, procedures,
processes, tools and techniques. Supports programme or project
control boards, project assurance teams and quality review
meetings. Provides basic guidance on individual project proposals.
May be involved in aspects of supporting a programme by providing
a cross programme view on risk, change, quality, finance or
configuration management.
Strategy and
Architecture
Business Strategy and
Planning
Level 4
BURM
Business Risk Management (BURM) - Investigates and reports on
hazards and potential risk events within a specific function or
business area.
Other Specific Requirements
The role and responsibilities are to be carried out in a manner that is consistent with delegations, policies, procedures
and operations systems of HealthShare NSW. The following specific requirements should be noted:
Culture
Contribute to a constructive workplace culture and a safe workplace. Model the organisation’s CORE values and ensure
all workplace conduct is consistent with the behaviours associated with those values and the NSW Health Code of
Conduct.
Finance and Resources
Manage allocated finance and resources efficiently and effectively in accordance with the HealthShare NSW Delegations
Manual (and supporting corporate policies and documentation). This may include, but not be limited to, management
of an allocated budget, assets and stores, corporate records, intellectual property and personnel records and include
the correct retention of data and records.
Fraud and Corruption
Ensure there are effective and sustained controls to prevent, detect and respond to fraud and corruption.
Performance Appraisal
Employees and managers should regularly check-in with each other, providing feedback to each other. All new staff
should have an initial performance assessment within three (3) months following commencement of employment. At
least every twelve (12) months, a performance appraisal should be undertaken.
Risk Management
Undertake business unit risk planning and risk assessments, ensuring competence in risk management and
assessment. Understand and abide by the organisation’s risk policies, maintaining an understanding of the operational
and risk management context, managing risk accordingly.
Training
Comply with and participate in the organisation’s training programs and policies, maintaining currency of all mandatory
training.
Work Health and Safety
Workers have a duty of care to ensure everyone is safe at work. Leaders must be safety aware. Everyone must Think
Safe, Work Safe and Live Safe and follow the HealthShare NSW guide to safety excellence. This includes taking
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reasonable care for your own safety and others, participating with consultation arrangements and complying with safety
instructions and work health and safety legislation, policies and procedures.
Workplace Diversity
Comply with and participate in the organisations workplace diversity goals and policies and procedures.
Vaccination
Category B
Employee Agreement
I have read the Position description and understand its contents, am fit and able to perform the duties outlined in the
Job Demands Checklist, and agree to work in accordance with the requirements of the position.
Signatories Name Signature Date
Employee
Manager / Supervisor
Job Demands Checklist
The purpose of this checklist is to manage the risk associated with the position in relation to the occupant. It may be
used to provide information about the position to a Health Professional required to perform a pre-employment medical
assessment. Identification of possible risk can also assist with the development of a training plan for the occupant to
ensure the risks are minimised.
Each position should be assessed at the site as to the incumbent’s (or future incumbent’s) OHS responsibilities
specific to the position. This form is to be completed in consultation with the manager/supervisor of the position being
recruited for.
Job Demands Frequency Key:
I = Infrequent intermittent activity exists for a short time on a very infrequent basis
O = Occasional activity exists up to 1/3 of the time when performing the job
F = Frequent activity exists between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time when performing the job
C = Constant activity exists for more than 2/3 or the time when performing the job
R = Repetitive activity involved repetitive movements
N = Not Applicable activity is not required to perform the job
Note: any entries not assigned a value will be automatically set to "N"
PHYSICAL DEMANDS - Description (comment) FREQUENCY
I O F C R N
Sitting – remaining in a seated position to perform tasks X
Standing – remaining standing without moving about to perform tasks X
Walking – floor type: even/uneven/slippery, indoors/outdoors, slopes X
Running – floor type: even/uneven/slippery, indoors/outdoors, slopes X
Bend/Lean Forward from Waist – forward bending from the waist to perform tasks X
Trunk Twisting – turning from the waist while sitting or standing to perform tasks X
Kneeling – remaining in a kneeling posture to perform tasks X
Squatting/Crouching – adopting a squatting or crouching posture to perform tasks X
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Leg/Foot Movement – use of leg and/or foot to operate machinery X
Climbing (stairs/ladders) – ascend/descend stairs, ladders, steps X
Lifting/Carrying – light lifting and carrying (0 to 9 kg) X
Lifting/Carrying – moderate lifting and carrying (10 to 15 kg) X
Lifting/Carrying – heavy lifting and carrying (16kg and above) X
Reaching – arms fully extended forward or raised above shoulder X
Pushing/Pulling/Restraining – using force to hold/restrain or move objects toward or away from the
body X
Head/Neck Postures – holding head in a position other than neutral (facing forward) X
Hand and Arm Movements – repetitive movements of hands and arms X
Grasping/Fine Manipulation – gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or hands X
Work at Heights – using ladders, footstools, scaffolding, or other objects to perform work X
Driving/Riding – controlling the operation of a vehicle (e.g. car, truck, bus, motorcycle, bicycle) X
SENSORY DEMANDS - Description (comment)
I O F C R N
Sight – use of sight is an integral part of work performance (e.g. viewing of X-Rays, computer
screens) X
Hearing – use of hearing is an integral part of work performance (e.g. phone enquiries) X
Smell – use of smell is an integral part of work performance (e.g. working with chemicals) X
Taste – use of taste is an integral part of work performance (e.g. food preparation) X
Touch – use of touch is an integral part of work performance X
PSYCHOSOCIAL DEMANDS - Description (comment) FREQUENCY
Distressed People – e.g. emergency or grief situations X
Aggressive and Uncooperative People – e.g. drug/alcohol, dementia, mental illness X
Unpredictable People – e.g. dementia, mental illness, head injuries X
Restraining – involvement in physical containment of patients/clients X
Exposure to Distressing Situations – e.g. child abuse, viewing dead/mutilated bodies X
ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS - Description (comment) FREQUENCY
Dust – exposure to atmospheric dust X
Gases – working with explosive or flammable gases requiring precautionary measures X
Fumes – exposure to noxious or toxic fumes X
Liquids – working with corrosive, toxic or poisonous liquids or chemicals requiring personal
protective equipment (PPE) X
Hazardous Substances – e.g. dry chemicals, glues X
Noise – environmental/background noise necessitates people raise their voice to be heard X
Inadequate Lighting – risk of trips, falls or eyestrain X
Sunlight – risk of sunburn exists from spending more than 10 minutes per day in sunlight X
Extreme Temperatures – environmental temperatures are less than 15°C or more than 35°C X
Confined Spaces – areas where only one egress (escape route) exists X
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Slippery or Uneven Surfaces - greasy or wet floor surfaces, ramps, uneven ground X
Inadequate Housekeeping - obstructions to walkways and work areas cause trips and falls X
Working At Heights – ladders/stepladders/scaffolding are required to perform tasks X
Biological Hazards – exposure to body fluids, bacteria, infectious diseases X
Role Description Project Manager - ICT
Award Health Managers (State) Award
Classification/Grade Health Manager Level 3
Employment Status Permanent Full-time
Location Parramatta
Department Customer Support, Service Delivery
Reports to Demand Manager
Roles reporting to Nil
Position Number (Stafflink) TBC
Date of Approval TBC
Primary purpose of the role
The Project Manager - ICT coordinates the risk, quality and progress of small/medium ICT projects to organisational
standards, and ensures projects are completed on time, on budget, to quality standards, and within agreed scope.
About eHealth NSW
eHealth NSW is responsible for the delivery of digital solutions for clinical care and business services, supported by
smart infrastructure, providing a digitally enabled and integrated health system that delivers quality patient-centred
health experiences to the people of NSW.
Key accountabilities
Manage the planning and delivery of small/medium projects including but not limited to, implementation of project
plans using appropriate tools and techniques, providing adequate reporting and escalations to senior management
as required.
Coordinate/manage the work of a project team to ensure agreed outcomes are achieved
Develop and implement project management plans to ensure the success of the project
Monitor and track progress of project performance using appropriate tools and techniques providing adequate
reporting and escalations to senior management as required.
Regularly communicate with key stakeholders to ensure project outcomes are met, whilst building and maintaining
stakeholder relationships through effective communication, negotiation and issues management to ensure project
deliverables are met.
Identify, document and manage project risks and issues in order to minimise their impact on the project.
Key challenges Establish collaborative and influential relationships with stakeholders, customers and colleagues, to ensure easy
and effective achievement of team / project / business goals.
Effectively balance competing demands.
Contribute to creating and maintaining a constructive workplace culture.
Key relationships
Who Why
Internal
Manager Escalate issues, keep informed, advise and receive instructions
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Who Why
Work Team Participate in meetings to represent work group perspective and share
information Participate in discussions and decisions regarding implementation of
innovation and best practice
Project Coordinators Mentor and lead junior team members Leverage the DDO reporting capability.
Who Why
External
Service Providers Manage contracts and monitor provision of service to ensure compliance
with contracts and service agreements Contact to provide and gather information and resolve routine issues
Position Dimensions
Direct Report: Nil Indirect Report: Project Coordinators (4)
Financial Delegation
Budget ($): Nil Financial Delegation: Nil
Essential Requirements
1. Extensive experience in managing small to medium technical projects in a large and complex service industry
organisation, including relevant project management qualifications or equivalent. This includes extensive
knowledge and demonstrated experience ensuring projects are completed on time, on budget, to quality
standards and within agreed scope.
2. Project Management Qualifications (PRINCE2, PMBOK, Agile) with extensive experience in project managing
large/complex projects.
Selection Criteria
Demonstrated experience managing and overseeing key aspects of projects management and
implementation, including developing and monitoring project plans, coordinating resources, reporting, issue
and risk management and managing budgets.
Proven capacities to develop and implement initiatives, including the capability to plan, manage change, improve
performance and project manage.
Well-developed analytical skills including the ability to analyse and interpret information from numerous sources,
prepare and present analysis and reports, deal with challenges creatively and achieve business focused
solutions.
Demonstrated organisational skills and experience working in a high volume and demanding professional
environment with proven capacity to prioritise, multi-task, achieve business goals, perform and always work
with a customer focused approach.
Well-developed interpersonal and influencing skills with previous experience engaging, collaborating and
influencing key stakeholders and customers to influence and achieve optimal business outcomes.
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Capabilities for the role
The NSW Public Sector Capability Framework applies to all NSW public sector employees. The Capability Framework
is available at www.psc.nsw.gov.au/capabilityframework
This role also utilises an occupation specific capability set which contains information from the Skills Framework for
the Information Age (SFIA). The capability set is available at www.psc.nsw.gov.au/capabilityframework/ICT
Capability summary
Below is the full list of capabilities and the level required for this role. The capabilities in bold are the focus capabilities
for this role. Refer to the next section for further information about the focus capabilities.
NSW Public Sector Capability Framework
Capability Group Capability Name Level
Display Resilience and Courage Intermediate
Act with Integrity Intermediate
Manage Self Intermediate
Value Diversity Intermediate
Communicate Effectively Intermediate
Commit to Customer Service Intermediate
Work Collaboratively Foundational
Influence and Negotiate Intermediate
Deliver Results Intermediate
Plan and Prioritise Intermediate
Think and Solve Problems Intermediate
Demonstrate Accountability Intermediate
Finance Intermediate
Technology Intermediate
Procurement and Contract Management Intermediate
Project Management Adept
Manage and Develop People Foundational
Inspire Direction and Purpose Foundational
Optimise Business Outcomes Foundational
Manage Reform and Change Foundational
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Occupation / profession specific capabilities
Capability Set Category and Sub-category Level and Code
Strategy and Architecture, Advice and Guidance, Consultancy Level 5 - CNSL
Business Change, Relationship Management, Relationship
Management
Level 4 - RLMT
Strategy and Architecture - Business Strategy and Planning
Business Risk Management
Level 5 - BURM
Change and Transformation, Business Change Implementation,
Project Management
Level 5 - PRMG
Focus capabilities
The focus capabilities for the role are the capabilities in which occupants must demonstrate immediate competence.
The behavioural indicators provide examples of the types of behaviours that would be expected at that level and
should be reviewed in conjunction with the role’s key accountabilities.
NSW Public Sector Capability Framework
Group and Capability Level Behavioural Indicators
Personal Attributes
Act with Integrity
Intermediate Represent the organisation in an honest, ethical and professional
way
Support a culture of integrity and professionalism
Understand and follow legislation, rules, policies, guidelines and
codes of conduct
Help others to understand their obligations to comply with
legislation, rules, policies, guidelines and codes of conduct
Recognise and report misconduct, illegal or inappropriate behaviour
Report and manage apparent conflicts of interest
Relationships
Communicate
Effectively
Intermediate Focus on key points and speak in 'Plain English'
Clearly explain and present ideas and arguments
Listen to others when they are speaking and ask appropriate,
respectful questions
Monitor own and others' non-verbal cues and adapt where
necessary
Prepare written material that is well structured and easy to follow by
the intended audience
Communicate routine technical information clearly
Results
Deliver Results
Intermediate Complete work tasks to agreed budgets, timeframes and standards
Take the initiative to progress and deliver own and team/unit work
Contribute to allocation of responsibilities and resources to ensure
achievement of team/unit goals
Seek and apply specialist advice when required
Results
Think and Solve
Problems
Intermediate Research and analyse information and make recommendations
based on relevant evidence
Identify issues that may hinder completion of tasks and find
appropriate solutions
Be willing to seek out input from others and share own ideas to
achieve best outcomes
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NSW Public Sector Capability Framework
Group and Capability Level Behavioural Indicators
Identify ways to improve systems or processes which are used by
the team/unit
Business Enablers
Finance
Intermediate Understand basic financial terminology, policies and processes,
including the difference between recurrent and capital spending
Take account of financial and budget implications, including value
for money in planning decisions
Present basic financial information to a target audience in an
appropriate format
Understand financial audit, reporting and compliance obligations
and the actions needed to satisfy them
Display an awareness of financial risk and exposure and solutions
to address these
Business Enablers
Project Management
Adept Prepare clear project proposals and define scope and goals in
measurable terms
Establish performance outcomes and measures for key project
goals, and define monitoring, reporting and communication
requirements
Prepare accurate estimates of costs and resources required for
more complex projects
Communicate the project strategy and its expected benefits to
others
Monitor the completion of project milestones against goals and
initiate amendments where necessary
Evaluate progress and identify improvements to inform future
projects
People Management
Manage and Develop
People
Foundational Clarify work required, expected behaviours and outputs
Contribute to developing team capability and recognise potential in
people
Give support and regular constructive feedback that is linked to
development needs
Identify appropriate learning opportunities for team members
Recognise performance issues that need to be addressed and seek
appropriate advice
Occupation specific capability set (Skills Framework for the Information Age – SFIA)
Category and
Sub-Category
Level and Code Level Descriptions
Strategy and
Architecture
Advice and Guidance
Level 5 - CNSL
CONSULTANCY (CNSL) – Takes responsibility for understanding
client requirements, collecting data, delivering analysis and problem
resolution. Identifies, evaluates and recommends options,
implementing if required. Collaborates with, and facilitates
stakeholder groups, as part of formal or informal consultancy
agreements. Seeks to fully address client needs, enhancing the
capabilities and effectiveness of client personnel, by ensuring that
proposed solutions are properly understood and appropriately
exploited.
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Occupation specific capability set (Skills Framework for the Information Age – SFIA)
Category and
Sub-Category
Level and Code Level Descriptions
Business Change
Relationship
Management
Level 4 - RLMT RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT (RLMT) – Implements stakeholder
engagement/communications plans, including for example; handling of
complaints; problems and issues; managing resolutions; corrective
actions and lessons learned; collection and dissemination of relevant
information. Uses feedback from customers and stakeholders to help
measure effectiveness of stakeholder management. Helps develop
and enhance customer and stakeholder relationships.
Strategy and
Architecture
Business Strategy and
Planning
Level 5 - BURM BUSINESS RISK MANAGEMENT (BURM) – Carries out risk
assessment within a defined functional or technical area of business.
Uses consistent processes for identifying potential risk events,
quantifying and documenting the probability of occurrence and the
impact on the business. Refers to domain experts for guidance on
specialised areas of risk, such as architecture and environment. Co-
ordinates the development of countermeasures and contingency
plans.
Change and
Transformation
Business Change
Implementation
Level 5 – PRMG PROJECT MANAGEMENT (PRMG) – Take full responsibility for the
definition, approach, facilitation and satisfactory completion of
medium-scale projects (typically with direct business impact and firm
deadlines). Identifies, assesses and manages risks to the success of
the project. Ensures that realistic project plans are maintained and
ensures regular and accurate communication to stakeholders,
consistent with the methods in use (Agile, Waterfall, etc). Ensures
Quality reviews occur on schedule and according to procedure.
Manages the change control procedure, and ensures that project
deliverables are completed within agreed cost, timescale and resource
budgets, and are signed off. Provides effective leadership to the
project team, and takes appropriate action where team performance
deviates from agreed tolerances.
Other Specific Requirements
The role and responsibilities are to be carried out in a manner that is consistent with delegations, policies, procedures
and operations systems of HealthShare NSW. The following specific requirements should be noted:
Culture
Contribute to a constructive workplace culture and a safe workplace. Model the organisation’s CORE values and ensure
all workplace conduct is consistent with the behaviours associated with those values and the NSW Health Code of
Conduct.
Finance and Resources
Manage allocated finance and resources efficiently and effectively in accordance with the HealthShare NSW Delegations
Manual (and supporting corporate policies and documentation). This may include, but not be limited to, management
of an allocated budget, assets and stores, corporate records, intellectual property and personnel records and include
the correct retention of data and records.
Fraud and Corruption
Ensure there are effective and sustained controls to prevent, detect and respond to fraud and corruption.
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Performance Appraisal
Employees and managers should regularly check-in with each other, providing feedback to each other. All new staff
should have an initial performance assessment within three (3) months following commencement of employment. At
least every twelve (12) months, a performance appraisal should be undertaken.
Risk Management
Undertake business unit risk planning and risk assessments, ensuring competence in risk management and
assessment. Understand and abide by the organisation’s risk policies, maintaining an understanding of the operational
and risk management context, managing risk accordingly.
Vaccination
Category B
Training
Comply with and participate in the organisation’s training programs and policies, maintaining currency of all mandatory
training.
Work Health and Safety
Workers have a duty of care to ensure everyone is safe at work. Leaders must be safety aware. Everyone must Think
Safe, Work Safe and Live Safe and follow the HealthShare NSW guide to safety excellence. This includes taking
reasonable care for your own safety and others, participating with consultation arrangements and complying with safety
instructions and work health and safety legislation, policies and procedures.
Workplace Diversity
Comply with and participate in the organisations workplace diversity goals and policies and procedures.
Vaccination
Category B
Employee Agreement
I have read the Position description and understand its contents, am fit and able to perform the duties outlined in the
Job Demands Checklist, and agree to work in accordance with the requirements of the position.
Signatories Name Signature Date
Employee
Manager / Supervisor
Job Demands Checklist
The purpose of this checklist is to manage the risk associated with the position in relation to the occupant. It may be
used to provide information about the position to a Health Professional required to perform a pre-employment medical
assessment. Identification of possible risk can also assist with the development of a training plan for the occupant to
ensure the risks are minimised.
Each position should be assessed at the site as to the incumbent’s (or future incumbent’s) OHS responsibilities
specific to the position. This form is to be completed in consultation with the manager/supervisor of the position being
recruited for.
Job Demands Frequency Key:
I = Infrequent intermittent activity exists for a short time on a very infrequent basis
O = Occasional activity exists up to 1/3 of the time when performing the job
F = Frequent activity exists between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time when performing the job
C = Constant activity exists for more than 2/3 or the time when performing the job
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R = Repetitive activity involved repetitive movements
N = Not Applicable activity is not required to perform the job
Note: any entries not assigned a value will be automatically set to "N"
PHYSICAL DEMANDS - Description (comment) FREQUENCY
I O F C R N
Sitting – remaining in a seated position to perform tasks X
Standing – remaining standing without moving about to perform tasks X
Walking – floor type: even/uneven/slippery, indoors/outdoors, slopes X
Running – floor type: even/uneven/slippery, indoors/outdoors, slopes X
Bend/Lean Forward from Waist – forward bending from the waist to perform tasks X
Trunk Twisting – turning from the waist while sitting or standing to perform tasks X
Kneeling – remaining in a kneeling posture to perform tasks X
Squatting/Crouching – adopting a squatting or crouching posture to perform tasks X
Leg/Foot Movement – use of leg and/or foot to operate machinery X
Climbing (stairs/ladders) – ascend/descend stairs, ladders, steps X
Lifting/Carrying – light lifting and carrying (0 to 9 kg) X
Lifting/Carrying – moderate lifting and carrying (10 to 15 kg) X
Lifting/Carrying – heavy lifting and carrying (16kg and above) X
Reaching – arms fully extended forward or raised above shoulder X
Pushing/Pulling/Restraining – using force to hold/restrain or move objects toward or away from the
body X
Head/Neck Postures – holding head in a position other than neutral (facing forward) X
Hand and Arm Movements – repetitive movements of hands and arms X
Grasping/Fine Manipulation – gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or hands X
Work at Heights – using ladders, footstools, scaffolding, or other objects to perform work X
Driving/Riding – controlling the operation of a vehicle (e.g. car, truck, bus, motorcycle, bicycle) X
SENSORY DEMANDS - Description (comment)
I O F C R N
Sight – use of sight is an integral part of work performance (e.g. viewing of X-Rays, computer
screens) X
Hearing – use of hearing is an integral part of work performance (e.g. phone enquiries) X
Smell – use of smell is an integral part of work performance (e.g. working with chemicals) X
Taste – use of taste is an integral part of work performance (e.g. food preparation) X
Touch – use of touch is an integral part of work performance X
PSYCHOSOCIAL DEMANDS - Description (comment) FREQUENCY
Distressed People – e.g. emergency or grief situations X
Aggressive and Uncooperative People – e.g. drug/alcohol, dementia, mental illness X
Unpredictable People – e.g. dementia, mental illness, head injuries X
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Restraining – involvement in physical containment of patients/clients X
Exposure to Distressing Situations – e.g. child abuse, viewing dead/mutilated bodies X
ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS - Description (comment) FREQUENCY
Dust – exposure to atmospheric dust X
Gases – working with explosive or flammable gases requiring precautionary measures X
Fumes – exposure to noxious or toxic fumes X
Liquids – working with corrosive, toxic or poisonous liquids or chemicals requiring personal
protective equipment (PPE) X
Hazardous Substances – e.g. dry chemicals, glues X
Noise – environmental/background noise necessitates people raise their voice to be heard X
Inadequate Lighting – risk of trips, falls or eyestrain X
Sunlight – risk of sunburn exists from spending more than 10 minutes per day in sunlight X
Extreme Temperatures – environmental temperatures are less than 15°C or more than 35°C X
Confined Spaces – areas where only one egress (escape route) exists X
Slippery or Uneven Surfaces - greasy or wet floor surfaces, ramps, uneven ground X
Inadequate Housekeeping - obstructions to walkways and work areas cause trips and falls X
Working At Heights – ladders/stepladders/scaffolding are required to perform tasks X
Biological Hazards – exposure to body fluids, bacteria, infectious diseases X
Role Description Senior Project Manager - ICT
Award Health Managers (State) Award
Classification/Grade Health Manager Level 4
Employment Status Permanent Full-time
Location Parramatta
Department Customer Support, Service Delivery
Reports to Manager, Demand Delivery
Roles reporting to Nil
Position Number (Stafflink) TBC
Date of Approval TBC
Primary purpose of the role
The Senior Project Manager - ICT manages the risk, quality and progress of complex/large ICT projects to
organisational standards, and ensures projects are completed on time, on budget, to quality standards, and within
agreed scope.
About eHealth NSW
eHealth NSW is responsible for the delivery of digital solutions for clinical care and business services, supported by
smart infrastructure, providing a digitally enabled and integrated health system that delivers quality patient-centred
health experiences to the people of NSW.
Key accountabilities
Lead and manage the planning and delivery of complex and/or large projects, including all aspects of the project
management lifecycle (business cases, project plans, identification and allocation of resources, budgets,
communication and reporting) to ensure successful and quality project deliverables.
Develop strategies for the continuous monitoring, evaluation and improvement of all aspects of project
implementation, including risk and contingency management, benefits realisation, project impact and quality
measures.
Lead and manage project team/s to deliver all key milestones and outcomes of the project/s.
Manage and develop stakeholder relationships through effective communication, negotiation and issues
management, whilst fostering and sustaining strategic partnerships across teams, Directorates and the wider
Health agencies.
Provide expert advice about the feasibility and suitability of proposed solutions to optimise business performance.
Key challenges Lead the engagement on IT Service Management across the NSW Health system, balance competing demands to
achieve business objectives, establish effective stakeholder relationships and arrangements that ensure customer input to all decisions, and balance state-wide needs with local innovation and national directions.
Work within an environment where technologies are subject to rapid evolution and change and identify technology solutions and platforms that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the overall service offering for customers and drive improved value.
Create, lead and maintain a constructive workplace culture.
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Key relationships
Who Why
Internal
Manager Escalate issues, keep informed, advise and receive instructions
Work Team Participate in meetings to represent work group perspective and share
information Participate in discussions and decisions regarding implementation of
innovation and best practice Mentor and lead junior team members Leverage the DDO reporting capability.
Who Why
External
Service Providers Negotiate and approve contracts and service agreements Manage contracts and monitor provision of service to ensure compliance
with contracts and service agreements Contact to provide and gather information and resolve routine issues
Position Dimensions
Direct Report: Nil Indirect Report: Varies based on project requirements
Financial Delegation
Budget ($): Nil Financial Delegation: Nil
Essential Requirements
1. Extensive experience and a record of achievement in Service Management in a large and complex service environment, including relevant qualifications or equivalent demonstrated experience. This includes extensive knowledge and experience across multiple ITIL v3 disciplines such as Service Transition and Service Operation with a focus on Service Operation and Continual Service Improvement.
2. Project Management Qualifications (PRINCE2, PMBOK, Agile or other recognised Project Management qualifications) with extensive experience in project managing large/complex projects.
Selection Criteria
Demonstrated experience managing and overseeing major aspects of projects management and
implementation, including developing and monitoring project plans, coordinating resources, reporting, issue
and risk management and managing budgets.
Proven capacity to develop and implement complex strategic initiatives, including the capability to plan,
manage change, improve performance and project manage.
Highly interpersonal, influencing and negotiation skills with demonstrated experience engaging and influencing
key stakeholders and customers to influence and achieve optimal business outcomes
Excellent analytical skills including proven experience in analysing and interpreting complex information from numerous sources, preparing and presenting analysis and reports, dealing with challenges creatively and achieving business focused solutions.
Superior organisational skills and experience working in a high volume and demanding professional
environment with proven capacity to prioritise, multi-task, achieve business goals, perform and always work
with a customer focused approach.
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Capabilities for the role
The NSW Public Sector Capability Framework applies to all NSW public sector employees. The Capability Framework
is available at www.psc.nsw.gov.au/capabilityframework
This role also utilises an occupation specific capability set which contains information from the Skills Framework for
the Information Age (SFIA). The capability set is available at www.psc.nsw.gov.au/capabilityframework/ICT
Capability summary
Below is the full list of capabilities and the level required for this role. The capabilities in bold are the focus capabilities
for this role. Refer to the next section for further information about the focus capabilities.
NSW Public Sector Capability Framework
Capability Group Capability Name Level
Display Resilience and Courage Adept
Act with Integrity Intermediate
Manage Self Adept
Value Diversity Intermediate
Communicate Effectively Adept
Commit to Customer Service Intermediate
Work Collaboratively Intermediate
Influence and Negotiate Adept
Deliver Results Adept
Plan and Prioritise Intermediate
Think and Solve Problems Adept
Demonstrate Accountability Intermediate
Finance Intermediate
Technology Intermediate
Procurement and Contract Management Intermediate
Project Management Adept
Manage and Develop People Intermediate
Inspire Direction and Purpose Intermediate
Optimise Business Outcomes Intermediate
Manage Reform and Change Intermediate
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Occupation / profession specific capabilities
Capability Set Category and Sub-category Level and Code
Strategy and Architecture, Advice and Guidance, Consultancy Level 5 - CNSL
Relationship and Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Relationship
Management
Level 5 - RLMT
Strategy and Architecture, Business Strategy and Planning, Business
Risk Management
Level 5 - BURM
Change and Transformation, Business Change Implementation, Project
Management
Level 6 - PRMG
Focus capabilities
The focus capabilities for the role are the capabilities in which occupants must demonstrate immediate competence.
The behavioural indicators provide examples of the types of behaviours that would be expected at that level and
should be reviewed in conjunction with the role’s key accountabilities.
NSW Public Sector Capability Framework
Group and Capability Level Behavioural Indicators
Personal Attributes
Act with Integrity
Intermediate Represent the organisation in an honest, ethical and professional
way
Support a culture of integrity and professionalism
Understand and follow legislation, rules, policies, guidelines and
codes of conduct
Help others to understand their obligations to comply with
legislation, rules, policies, guidelines and codes of conduct
Recognise and report misconduct, illegal or inappropriate behaviour
Report and manage apparent conflicts of interest
Relationships
Influence and
Negotiate
Adept Negotiate from an informed and credible position
Lead and facilitate productive discussions with staff and
stakeholders
Encourage others to talk, share and debate ideas to achieve a
consensus
Recognise and explain the need for compromise
Influence others with a fair and considered approach and sound
arguments
Show sensitivity and understanding in resolving conflicts and
differences
Manage challenging relations with internal and external
stakeholders
Pre-empt and minimise conflict
Results
Deliver Results
Adept Take responsibility for delivering on intended outcomes
Make sure team/unit staff understand expected goals and
acknowledge success
Identify resource needs and ensure goals are achieved within
budget and deadlines
Identify changed priorities and ensure allocation of resources meets
new business needs
Ensure financial implications of changed priorities are explicit and
budgeted for
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NSW Public Sector Capability Framework
Group and Capability Level Behavioural Indicators
Use own expertise and seek others' expertise to achieve work
outcomes
Results
Think and Solve
Problems
Adept Research and analyse information, identify interrelationships and
make recommendations based on relevant evidence
Anticipate, identify and address issues and potential problems and
select the most effective solutions from a range of options
Participate in and contribute to team/unit initiatives to resolve
common issues or barriers to effectiveness
Identify and share business process improvements to enhance
effectiveness
Business Enablers
Finance
Intermediate Understand basic financial terminology, policies and processes,
including the difference between recurrent and capital spending
Take account of financial and budget implications, including value
for money in planning decisions
Present basic financial information to a target audience in an
appropriate format
Understand financial audit, reporting and compliance obligations
and the actions needed to satisfy them
Display an awareness of financial risk and exposure and solutions
to address these
Business Enablers
Project Management
Adept Prepare clear project proposals and define scope and goals in
measurable terms
Establish performance outcomes and measures for key project
goals, and define monitoring, reporting and communication
requirements
Prepare accurate estimates of costs and resources required for
more complex projects
Communicate the project strategy and its expected benefits to
others
Monitor the completion of project milestones against goals and
initiate amendments where necessary
Evaluate progress and identify improvements to inform future
projects
People Management
Manage and Develop
People
Intermediate Ensure that roles and responsibilities are clearly communicated
Collaborate on the establishment of clear performance standards
and deadlines in line with established performance development
frameworks
Develop team capability and recognise and develop potential in
people
Be constructive and build on strengths when giving feedback
Identify and act on opportunities to provide coaching and mentoring
Recognise performance issues that need to be addressed and work
towards resolution of issues
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Occupation specific capability set (Skills Framework for the Information Age – SFIA)
Category and
Sub-Category
Level and Code Level Descriptions
Strategy and
Architecture
Advice and Guidance
Level 5 - CNSL
CONSULTANCY (CNSL) – Takes responsibility for understanding
client requirements, collecting data, delivering analysis and problem
resolution. Identifies, evaluates and recommends options,
implementing if required. Collaborates with, and facilitates
stakeholder groups, as part of formal or informal consultancy
agreements. Seeks to fully address client needs, enhancing the
capabilities and effectiveness of client personnel, by ensuring that
proposed solutions are properly understood and appropriately
exploited.
Relationships and
Engagement
Stakeholder Engagement
Level 5 - RLMT RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT (RLMT) – Identifies the
communications needs of each stakeholder group in conjunction with
business owners and subject matter experts. Translates
communications/stakeholder engagement strategies into specific
tasks. Facilitates open communication and discussion between
stakeholders, acting a single point of contact by developing,
maintaining and working to stakeholder engagement strategies and
plans. (For example, may oversee the organisation’s
promotional/selling activities to one or more clients, to ensure that such
activities are aligned with corporate marketing objectives). Negotiates
with stakeholders at senior levels, ensuring that organisational policy
and strategies are adhered to. Provides informed feedback to assess
and promote understanding.
Strategy and
Architecture
Business Strategy and
Planning
Level 5 - BURM
BUSINESS RISK MANAGEMENT (BURM) – Carries out risk
assessment within a defined functional or technical area of business.
Uses consistent processes for identifying potential risk events,
quantifying and documenting the probability of occurrence and the
impact on the business. Refers to domain experts for guidance on
specialised areas of risk, such as architecture and environment. Co-
ordinates the development of countermeasures and contingency
plans.
Change and
Transformation
Business Change
Implementation
Level 6 – PRMG PROJECT MANAGEMENT (PRMG) – Takes full responsibility for the
definition, documentation and successful completion of complex
projects (typically with significant business, political, or high-profile
impact, and high-risk dependencies). Selects methods and tools,
using iterative techniques where appropriate, ensuring that effective
project control, change control, risk management and testing
processes are maintained. Monitors and controls resources, revenue
and capital costs against the project budget and manages
expectations of all project stakeholders.
Other Specific Requirements
The role and responsibilities are to be carried out in a manner that is consistent with delegations, policies, procedures
and operations systems of HealthShare NSW. The following specific requirements should be noted:
Culture
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Contribute to a constructive workplace culture and a safe workplace. Model the organisation’s CORE values and ensure
all workplace conduct is consistent with the behaviours associated with those values and the NSW Health Code of
Conduct.
Finance and Resources
Manage allocated finance and resources efficiently and effectively in accordance with the HealthShare NSW Delegations
Manual (and supporting corporate policies and documentation). This may include, but not be limited to, management
of an allocated budget, assets and stores, corporate records, intellectual property and personnel records and include
the correct retention of data and records.
Fraud and Corruption
Ensure there are effective and sustained controls to prevent, detect and respond to fraud and corruption.
Performance Appraisal
Employees and managers should regularly check-in with each other, providing feedback to each other. All new staff
should have an initial performance assessment within three (3) months following commencement of employment. At
least every twelve (12) months, a performance appraisal should be undertaken.
Risk Management
Undertake business unit risk planning and risk assessments, ensuring competence in risk management and
assessment. Understand and abide by the organisation’s risk policies, maintaining an understanding of the operational
and risk management context, managing risk accordingly.
Vaccination
Category B
Training
Comply with and participate in the organisation’s training programs and policies, maintaining currency of all mandatory
training.
Work Health and Safety
Workers have a duty of care to ensure everyone is safe at work. Leaders must be safety aware. Everyone must Think
Safe, Work Safe and Live Safe and follow the HealthShare NSW guide to safety excellence. This includes taking
reasonable care for your own safety and others, participating with consultation arrangements and complying with safety
instructions and work health and safety legislation, policies and procedures.
Workplace Diversity
Comply with and participate in the organisations workplace diversity goals and policies and procedures.
Vaccination
Category B
Employee Agreement
I have read the Position description and understand its contents, am fit and able to perform the duties outlined in the
Job Demands Checklist, and agree to work in accordance with the requirements of the position.
Signatories Name Signature Date
Employee
Manager / Supervisor
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Job Demands Checklist
The purpose of this checklist is to manage the risk associated with the position in relation to the occupant. It may be
used to provide information about the position to a Health Professional required to perform a pre-employment medical
assessment. Identification of possible risk can also assist with the development of a training plan for the occupant to
ensure the risks are minimised.
Each position should be assessed at the site as to the incumbent’s (or future incumbent’s) OHS responsibilities
specific to the position. This form is to be completed in consultation with the manager/supervisor of the position being
recruited for.
Job Demands Frequency Key:
I = Infrequent intermittent activity exists for a short time on a very infrequent basis
O = Occasional activity exists up to 1/3 of the time when performing the job
F = Frequent activity exists between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time when performing the job
C = Constant activity exists for more than 2/3 or the time when performing the job
R = Repetitive activity involved repetitive movements
N = Not Applicable activity is not required to perform the job
Note: any entries not assigned a value will be automatically set to "N"
PHYSICAL DEMANDS - Description (comment) FREQUENCY
I O F C R N
Sitting – remaining in a seated position to perform tasks X
Standing – remaining standing without moving about to perform tasks X
Walking – floor type: even/uneven/slippery, indoors/outdoors, slopes X
Running – floor type: even/uneven/slippery, indoors/outdoors, slopes X
Bend/Lean Forward from Waist – forward bending from the waist to perform tasks X
Trunk Twisting – turning from the waist while sitting or standing to perform tasks X
Kneeling – remaining in a kneeling posture to perform tasks X
Squatting/Crouching – adopting a squatting or crouching posture to perform tasks X
Leg/Foot Movement – use of leg and/or foot to operate machinery X
Climbing (stairs/ladders) – ascend/descend stairs, ladders, steps X
Lifting/Carrying – light lifting and carrying (0 to 9 kg) X
Lifting/Carrying – moderate lifting and carrying (10 to 15 kg) X
Lifting/Carrying – heavy lifting and carrying (16kg and above) X
Reaching – arms fully extended forward or raised above shoulder X
Pushing/Pulling/Restraining – using force to hold/restrain or move objects toward or away from the
body X
Head/Neck Postures – holding head in a position other than neutral (facing forward) X
Hand and Arm Movements – repetitive movements of hands and arms X
Grasping/Fine Manipulation – gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or hands X
Work at Heights – using ladders, footstools, scaffolding, or other objects to perform work X
Driving/Riding – controlling the operation of a vehicle (e.g. car, truck, bus, motorcycle, bicycle) X
SENSORY DEMANDS - Description (comment)
I O F C R N
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Sight – use of sight is an integral part of work performance (e.g. viewing of X-Rays, computer
screens) X
Hearing – use of hearing is an integral part of work performance (e.g. phone enquiries) X
Smell – use of smell is an integral part of work performance (e.g. working with chemicals) X
Taste – use of taste is an integral part of work performance (e.g. food preparation) X
Touch – use of touch is an integral part of work performance X
PSYCHOSOCIAL DEMANDS - Description (comment) FREQUENCY
Distressed People – e.g. emergency or grief situations X
Aggressive and Uncooperative People – e.g. drug/alcohol, dementia, mental illness X
Unpredictable People – e.g. dementia, mental illness, head injuries X
Restraining – involvement in physical containment of patients/clients X
Exposure to Distressing Situations – e.g. child abuse, viewing dead/mutilated bodies X
ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS - Description (comment) FREQUENCY
Dust – exposure to atmospheric dust X
Gases – working with explosive or flammable gases requiring precautionary measures X
Fumes – exposure to noxious or toxic fumes X
Liquids – working with corrosive, toxic or poisonous liquids or chemicals requiring personal
protective equipment (PPE) X
Hazardous Substances – e.g. dry chemicals, glues X
Noise – environmental/background noise necessitates people raise their voice to be heard X
Inadequate Lighting – risk of trips, falls or eyestrain X
Sunlight – risk of sunburn exists from spending more than 10 minutes per day in sunlight X
Extreme Temperatures – environmental temperatures are less than 15°C or more than 35°C X
Confined Spaces – areas where only one egress (escape route) exists X
Slippery or Uneven Surfaces - greasy or wet floor surfaces, ramps, uneven ground X
Inadequate Housekeeping - obstructions to walkways and work areas cause trips and falls X
Working At Heights – ladders/stepladders/scaffolding are required to perform tasks X
Biological Hazards – exposure to body fluids, bacteria, infectious diseases X
Role Description Service Capability Manager
Award Health Managers (State) Award
Classification/Grade Health Manager Level 5
Employment Status Permanent Full-time
Location Parramatta
Department Customer Support, Service Delivery
Reports to Senior Manager, Customer Support
Roles reporting to Incident Manager, Problem Manager, Change Manager
Position Number (Stafflink) TBC
Date of Approval TBC
Primary purpose of the role
The Service Capability Manager is responsible for leading, driving and managing eHealth Service Management
operational requirements in the areas of Incident Management, Problem Management, Change Management, through
the strategic and sustainable use of existing capabilities and development of future capabilities. This role has
significant impact on the achievement of required performance and service levels whilst negotiating and managing
competing strategic and current operational objectives.
About eHealth NSW
eHealth NSW is responsible for the delivery of digital solutions for clinical care and business services, supported by
smart infrastructure, providing a digitally enabled and integrated health system that delivers quality patient-centred
health experiences to the people of NSW.
Key accountabilities
Development, management and provision of IT Service Management capabilities and services on behalf of Service Delivery to customers state-wide and internally. The team consists of Incident, Problem and Change Management Processes and services.
Full responsibility for budgeting, estimating, planning and objective setting, including determining specific programs of work or strategies required, which may involve large contract negotiations.
Lead, counsel and provide authoritative advice, as well as building long term strategic relationships, with senior stakeholders, using exceptional negotiation skills whilst maintaining organizational and strategic objectives.
Manages individuals and several group functions at a senior organizational level, within a wider complex and dynamic environment.
Key challenges
Lead the engagement on Service Capability Management across the NSW Health system, balance competing demands to achieve business objectives, establish effective stakeholder relationships and arrangements that ensure customer input to all decisions, and balance state-wide needs with local innovation and national directions.
Work within an environment where technologies are subject to rapid evolution and change and identify technology solutions and platforms that improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the overall service offering for customers and drive improved value.
Create, lead and maintain a constructive workplace culture.
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Key relationships
Who Why
Internal
Manager & Information Services/
Corporate Executives
Escalate issues, keep informed, advise and receive instructions Report on compliance metrics Provide strategic and technical advice to influence decisions regarding
IT initiatives, end-to-end service and innovation. Ensure process alignment and provide and maintain the Service
Capability framework Ensure ongoing Service Owner support
Work team Inspire, guide, support and motivate team, provide direction and manage performance
Review the work and proposals of team members Encourage team to work collaboratively to contribute to achieving the
team’s business outcomes
eHealth Customers Resolve and provide solutions to issues Create awareness of policies and standards associated with
governance, risk and security and how they are applied in the organisation
Facilitate Service Capability Governance Provide Service Capability related advisory services
External
Auditors / Suppliers Undertake external audits and IT Service Capability reviews External Service Management integration assessments
Government Agencies Work with other agencies to share information and guidance
Position Dimensions
Direct Report: 14 Indirect Report: Nil
Financial Delegation
Budget ($): Nil Financial Delegation: Nil
Essential Requirements
Superior experience and a record of achievement in Service Delivery and Service Support Management in a large and complex service environment, including relevant qualifications or equivalent demonstrated experience. This includes extensive knowledge and demonstrated experience across multiple ITIL v3 disciplines such as Service Strategy, Service Transition and Service Operations.
Selection Criteria
Demonstrated leadership experience, driving performance, developing the capability of a team, coaching and advising staff, and fostering a performance based and customer focussed work culture.
Excellent interpersonal, influencing and negotiation skills with extensive experience engaging, collaborating and influencing key stakeholders and customers at a senior level to influence and achieve optimal business outcomes (technological, financial and quality).
Superior organisational skills and experience working in a high volume and demanding professional
environment with a capacity to lead and manage operational service management requirements. This includes
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meeting specified outcomes and time frames, while anticipating problems, developing contingencies and
negotiate solutions.
Highly developed analytical skills including the ability to analyse and interpret complex information from
numerous sources, exercise independent judgement, prepare and present analysis and reports, deal with
challenges creatively and achieve business focused innovative solutions.
Proven capacity to contribute and implement strategic initiatives, including the capability to plan, manage
change, improve performance and project manage.
Capabilities for the role
The NSW Public Sector Capability Framework applies to all NSW public sector employees. The Capability Framework
is available at www.psc.nsw.gov.au/capabilityframework
This role also utilises an occupation specific capability set which contains information from the Skills Framework for
the Information Age (SFIA). The capability set is available at www.psc.nsw.gov.au/capabilityframework/ICT
Capability summary
Below is the full list of capabilities and the level required for this role. The capabilities in bold are the focus capabilities
for this role. Refer to the next section for further information about the focus capabilities.
NSW Public Sector Capability Framework
Capability Group Capability Name Level
Display Resilience and Courage Advanced
Act with Integrity Adept
Manage Self Adept
Value Diversity Intermediate
Communicate Effectively Advanced
Commit to Customer Service Adept
Work Collaboratively Adept
Influence and Negotiate Adept
Deliver Results Intermediate
Plan and Prioritise Adept
Think and Solve Problems Advanced
Demonstrate Accountability Advanced
Finance Intermediate
Technology Adept
Procurement and Contract Management Adept
Project Management Intermediate
Manage and Develop People Adept
Inspire Direction and Purpose Adept
Optimise Business Outcomes Adept
Manage Reform and Change Advanced
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Occupation / profession specific capabilities
Capability Set Category, Sub-category and Skill Level and Code
Strategy and Architecture, Business Strategy and Planning, IT
Management
Level 6 – ITMG
Relationships and Engagement, Stakeholder Management, Relationship
Management
Level 6 – RLMT
Skills and Quality, People Management, Performance Management Level 5 – PEMT
Strategy and Architecture, Advice and Guidance, Technical Specialism Level 5 – TECH
Focus capabilities
The focus capabilities for the role are the capabilities in which occupants must demonstrate immediate competence.
The behavioural indicators provide examples of the types of behaviours that would be expected at that level and
should be reviewed in conjunction with the role’s key accountabilities.
NSW Public Sector Capability Framework
Group and Capability Level Behavioural Indicators
Personal Attributes
Act with Integrity
Adept Represent the organisation in an honest, ethical and professional
way and encourage others to do so
Demonstrate professionalism to support a culture of integrity within
the team/unit
Set an example for others to follow and identify and explain ethical
issues
Ensure that others understand the legislation and policy framework
within which they operate
Act to prevent and report misconduct, illegal and inappropriate
behaviour
Relationships
Influence and Negotiate
Adept Negotiate from an informed and credible position
Lead and facilitate productive discussions with staff and
stakeholders
Encourage others to talk, share and debate ideas to achieve a
consensus
Recognise and explain the need for compromise
Influence others with a fair and considered approach and sound
arguments
Show sensitivity and understanding in resolving conflicts and
differences
Manage challenging relations with internal and external
stakeholders
Pre-empt and minimise conflict
Results
Demonstrate
Accountability
Advanced Design and develop systems to establish and measure
accountabilities
Ensure accountabilities are exercised in line with government and
business goals
Exercise due diligence to ensure work health and safety risks are
addressed
Oversee quality assurance practices
Model the highest standards of financial probity, demonstrating
respect for public monies and other resources
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NSW Public Sector Capability Framework
Group and Capability Level Behavioural Indicators
Monitor and maintain business unit knowledge of and compliance
with legislative and regulatory frameworks
Incorporate sound risk management principles and strategies into
business planning
Business Enablers
Technology
Adept Demonstrate a sound understanding of technology relevant to the
work unit, and identify and select the most appropriate technology
for assigned tasks
Identify opportunities to use a broad range of communications
technologies to deliver effective messages
Understand, act on and monitor compliance with information and
communications security and use policies
Identify ways to leverage the value of technology to achieve
team/unit outcomes, using the existing technology of the business
Support compliance with the records, information and knowledge
management requirements of the organisation
People Management
Manage and Develop
People
Adept Define and clearly communicate roles and responsibilities to
achieve team/unit outcomes
Negotiate clear performance standards and monitor progress
Develop team/unit plans that take into account team capability,
strengths and opportunities for development
Provide regular constructive feedback to build on strengths and
achieve results
Address and resolve team and individual performance issues,
including unsatisfactory performance in a timely and effective way
Monitor and report on performance of team in line with established
performance development frameworks
Occupation specific capability set (Skills Framework for the Information Age – SFIA)
Category and
Sub-Category
Level and Code Level Descriptions
Strategy and
Architecture, Business
Strategy and Planning
Level 6 – ITMG IT Management (ITMG) - Identifies and manages resources needed
for the planning, development and delivery of specified information and
communications systems services. Influences senior level customers
and project teams through change management initiatives, ensuring
that the infrastructure is managed to provide agreed levels of service
and data integrity. Takes full responsibility for budgeting, estimating,
planning and objective setting. Plans and manages implementation of
processes and procedures, tools and techniques for monitoring and
managing the performance of automated systems and services, in
respect of their contribution to business performance and benefits to
the business, where the measure of success depends on achieving
clearly stated business/financial goals and performance targets.
Monitors performance and takes corrective action where necessary.
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Occupation specific capability set (Skills Framework for the Information Age – SFIA)
Category and
Sub-Category
Level and Code Level Descriptions
Relationships and
Engagement,
Stakeholder
Management
Level 6 – RLMT Relationship Management (RLMT) - Builds long-term, strategic
relationships with senior stakeholders in the largest client
organisations (internal or external). Acts as a single point of contact
and facilitates access to colleagues and subject experts. Maintain a
strong understanding of clients’ industry and business, assists clients
in the formation of IT strategies, and acts to ensure that they are
offered products and services aligned to these strategies. Negotiates
at senior level on technical and commercial issues. Influences the
development and enhancement of services, products and systems,
and oversees the management and planning of business
opportunities. Oversees monitoring of relationships and acts on
relevant feedback.
Skills and Quality,
People Management
Level 5 – PEMT Performance Management (PEMT) - Manages individuals and
groups. Allocates responsibilities and/or packages of work. Provides
support and guidance as required, in line with individuals’ abilities.
Delegates responsibilities as appropriate. Advises individuals on
career paths, and encourages proactive development of skills and
capabilities. Sets performance targets, and monitors progress against
agreed quality and performance criteria. Provides effective feedback,
throughout the performance management cycle, to ensure optimum
performance. Mentors individuals, possibly within other parts of the
organisation. Participates, as appropriate, in formal processes such as
compensation negotiations and disciplinary procedures.
Strategy and
Architecture, Advice
and Guidance
Level 5 – TECH Technical Specialism (TECH) - Maintains an in-depth knowledge of
specific specialisms, and provides expert advice regarding their
application. Can supervise specialist consultancy. The specialism can
be any aspect of information or communication technology, technique,
method, product or application area.
Other Specific Requirements
The role and responsibilities are to be carried out in a manner that is consistent with delegations, policies, procedures
and operations systems of HealthShare NSW. The following specific requirements should be noted:
Culture
Contribute to a constructive workplace culture and a safe workplace. Model the organisation’s CORE values and ensure
all workplace conduct is consistent with the behaviours associated with those values and the NSW Health Code of
Conduct.
Finance and Resources
Manage allocated finance and resources efficiently and effectively in accordance with the HealthShare NSW Delegations
Manual (and supporting corporate policies and documentation). This may include, but not be limited to, management
of an allocated budget, assets and stores, corporate records, intellectual property and personnel records and include
the correct retention of data and records.
Fraud and Corruption
Ensure there are effective and sustained controls to prevent, detect and respond to fraud and corruption.
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Performance Appraisal
Employees and managers should regularly check-in with each other, providing feedback to each other. All new staff
should have an initial performance assessment within three (3) months following commencement of employment. At
least every twelve (12) months, a performance appraisal should be undertaken.
Risk Management
Undertake business unit risk planning and risk assessments, ensuring competence in risk management and
assessment. Understand and abide by the organisation’s risk policies, maintaining an understanding of the operational
and risk management context, managing risk accordingly.
Training
Comply with and participate in the organisation’s training programs and policies, maintaining currency of all mandatory
training.
Work Health and Safety
Workers have a duty of care to ensure everyone is safe at work. Leaders must be safety aware. Everyone must Think
Safe, Work Safe and Live Safe and follow the HealthShare NSW guide to safety excellence. This includes taking
reasonable care for your own safety and others, participating with consultation arrangements and complying with safety
instructions and work health and safety legislation, policies and procedures.
Workplace Diversity
Comply with and participate in the organisations workplace diversity goals and policies and procedures.
Vaccination
Category B
Employee Agreement
I have read the Position description and understand its contents, am fit and able to perform the duties outlined in the
Job Demands Checklist, and agree to work in accordance with the requirements of the position.
Signatories Name Signature Date
Employee
Manager / Supervisor
Job Demands Checklist
The purpose of this checklist is to manage the risk associated with the position in relation to the occupant. It may be
used to provide information about the position to a Health Professional required to perform a pre-employment medical
assessment. Identification of possible risk can also assist with the development of a training plan for the occupant to
ensure the risks are minimised.
Each position should be assessed at the site as to the incumbent’s (or future incumbent’s) OHS responsibilities
specific to the position. This form is to be completed in consultation with the manager/supervisor of the position being
recruited for.
Job Demands Frequency Key:
I = Infrequent intermittent activity exists for a short time on a very infrequent basis
O = Occasional activity exists up to 1/3 of the time when performing the job
F = Frequent activity exists between 1/3 and 2/3 of the time when performing the job
C = Constant activity exists for more than 2/3 or the time when performing the job
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R = Repetitive activity involved repetitive movements
N = Not Applicable activity is not required to perform the job
Note: any entries not assigned a value will be automatically set to "N"
PHYSICAL DEMANDS - Description (comment) FREQUENCY
I O F C R N
Sitting – remaining in a seated position to perform tasks X
Standing – remaining standing without moving about to perform tasks X
Walking – floor type: even/uneven/slippery, indoors/outdoors, slopes X
Running – floor type: even/uneven/slippery, indoors/outdoors, slopes X
Bend/Lean Forward from Waist – forward bending from the waist to perform tasks X
Trunk Twisting – turning from the waist while sitting or standing to perform tasks X
Kneeling – remaining in a kneeling posture to perform tasks X
Squatting/Crouching – adopting a squatting or crouching posture to perform tasks X
Leg/Foot Movement – use of leg and/or foot to operate machinery X
Climbing (stairs/ladders) – ascend/descend stairs, ladders, steps X
Lifting/Carrying – light lifting and carrying (0 to 9 kg) X
Lifting/Carrying – moderate lifting and carrying (10 to 15 kg) X
Lifting/Carrying – heavy lifting and carrying (16kg and above) X
Reaching – arms fully extended forward or raised above shoulder X
Pushing/Pulling/Restraining – using force to hold/restrain or move objects toward or away from the
body X
Head/Neck Postures – holding head in a position other than neutral (facing forward) X
Hand and Arm Movements – repetitive movements of hands and arms X
Grasping/Fine Manipulation – gripping, holding, clasping with fingers or hands X
Work at Heights – using ladders, footstools, scaffolding, or other objects to perform work X
Driving/Riding – controlling the operation of a vehicle (e.g. car, truck, bus, motorcycle, bicycle) X
SENSORY DEMANDS - Description (comment)
I O F C R N
Sight – use of sight is an integral part of work performance (e.g. viewing of X-Rays, computer
screens) X
Hearing – use of hearing is an integral part of work performance (e.g. phone enquiries) X
Smell – use of smell is an integral part of work performance (e.g. working with chemicals) X
Taste – use of taste is an integral part of work performance (e.g. food preparation) X
Touch – use of touch is an integral part of work performance X
PSYCHOSOCIAL DEMANDS - Description (comment) FREQUENCY
Distressed People – e.g. emergency or grief situations X
Aggressive and Uncooperative People – e.g. drug/alcohol, dementia, mental illness X
Unpredictable People – e.g. dementia, mental illness, head injuries X
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Restraining – involvement in physical containment of patients/clients X
Exposure to Distressing Situations – e.g. child abuse, viewing dead/mutilated bodies X
ENVIRONMENTAL DEMANDS - Description (comment) FREQUENCY
Dust – exposure to atmospheric dust X
Gases – working with explosive or flammable gases requiring precautionary measures X
Fumes – exposure to noxious or toxic fumes X
Liquids – working with corrosive, toxic or poisonous liquids or chemicals requiring personal
protective equipment (PPE) X
Hazardous Substances – e.g. dry chemicals, glues X
Noise – environmental/background noise necessitates people raise their voice to be heard X
Inadequate Lighting – risk of trips, falls or eyestrain X
Sunlight – risk of sunburn exists from spending more than 10 minutes per day in sunlight X
Extreme Temperatures – environmental temperatures are less than 15°C or more than 35°C X
Confined Spaces – areas where only one egress (escape route) exists X
Slippery or Uneven Surfaces - greasy or wet floor surfaces, ramps, uneven ground X
Inadequate Housekeeping - obstructions to walkways and work areas cause trips and falls X
Working At Heights – ladders/stepladders/scaffolding are required to perform tasks X
Biological Hazards – exposure to body fluids, bacteria, infectious diseases X