Description:
About the role
Drive NT Health’s information and data governance strategy at a system-wide level. In this senior leadership position, you’ll lead the strategic transformation of health information management across the Territory to ensure standardised, compliant, and best-practice systems that enable accurate data for care, funding, planning and reporting.
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Lead the NT-wide information management and data governance strategy
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Oversee planning, development and implementation of enterprise data systems
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Build a strong information-sharing culture and guide electronic medical records transition
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Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory frameworks
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Develop minimum datasets, data dictionaries and system-wide reporting tools
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Provide expert advice on digital records, scanning and storage systems
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Champion high-quality workplace practices and cultural leadership
Skills & Experience
Essential
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Minimum 15 years’ experience in senior information management roles
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Deep understanding of health information systems across multi-facility health environments
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Proven leadership in implementing data standards and system-wide practices
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Expertise in relevant legislation, data security and recordkeeping compliance
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Ability to lead large teams and foster high performance across divisions
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Strong stakeholder engagement and strategic advisory capabilities
Desirable
Degree in Health Information Management
Postgraduate qualification in Business, Information Systems, Epidemiology or related fields
Benefits
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Senior executive remuneration (discussed upon application)
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Strategic system-level influence across the NT Health network
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Lead innovation and digital transformation in healthcare data
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Supportive leadership culture and professional development opportunities
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Darwin-based leadership role with relocation support
More about NT Health
NT Health is committed to delivering high-quality, accessible, and data-informed healthcare to communities across the Northern Territory. This is an opportunity to join a system on the cusp of transformation—where your leadership will shape the future of health information across remote, regional and urban settings.
Be part of a values-driven executive team and make an impact at a Territory-wide scale.