Senior Strategy & Planning Partner
Clayton, VIC, AU, 3168
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About Strategy & Planning Team | Office of the Chief Executive
Help shape the future of care at one of Australia’s largest and most innovative health services.
The Strategy & Planning team is pivotal in shaping and supporting Monash Health’s long-term strategy and direction. The team integrates strategy and service planning to guide the organisation’s growth and service delivery. Utilising key data and insights about our environment and services, the Strategy & Planning team sets medium to long-term objectives, identifies key priorities and supports effective delivery.
About the role
We’re looking for a Senior Strategy & Planning Partner (full-time permanent) to join our Strategy & Planning team and play a key role in supporting the delivery of Monash Health’s long‑term direction. In this role, you’ll work closely with senior leaders across clinical and non‑clinical areas to translate strategic intent into clear, actionable plans that improve how we deliver care for our community.
You’ll lead priority strategic and service planning projects, bring strong analytical and conceptual thinking, and build trusted relationships across the organisation and with external partners. Your work will help strengthen decision‑making, align our efforts, and support delivery of our Strategy and Clinical Services Plan.
About you
If you’re a strategic thinker with deep health system experience, excellent communication skills, and a passion for shaping tomorrow’s care today, we’d love to hear from you.
Some of the key knowledge and experience we're looking for include:
- Demonstrated experience leading complex, high‑priority strategic initiatives and/or service planning in large, complex health organisations.
- Strong understanding of public health policy, system issues, and the broader health service environment.
- Demonstrated capacity to navigate ambiguity, manage evolving priorities, and operate effectively in dynamic environments.
- Advanced conceptual and analytical capability, with the ability to interpret complex systems and synthesise information into clear, actionable insights.
- High‑level stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build and sustain effective relationships across internal and external partners.
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare clear, concise, audience‑appropriate reports and strategic documents.
Join us and help reimagine care so people can live their best lives.
For a confidential discussion and to explore this opportunity further, please reach out to Leanne Tao, Director Strategy & Planning on 0412 629 649.
Position Description can be found here
Our Culture and Values
At Monash Health, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Our culture is inclusive, supportive and future-focused, underpinned by clear values and a commitment to continuous improvement.
Our teams play a critical role in bringing our new strategy to life, challenging traditional approaches, embracing innovation, and ensuring every appointment reflects our commitment to equity, transparency and excellence.
You’ll be encouraged to share ideas, contribute to improvement initiatives, and grow alongside experienced professionals who are passionate about what they do.
We are Full Hearted, Open Minded and All In, enabling excellent service delivery and a positive candidate and employee experience every time.
We recognise the value of equal employment opportunity. We are committed to patient safety, promoting fairness, equity and diversity in the workplace and to Child Safe Standards.
How to Apply
Applications are accepted via the Monash Health online EHub system. For information including how to apply and probity check requirements, please click here for the ‘Application Guide’
Applications will be screened upon receipt and selection activity may commence prior to the closing date.
Applications close: 28 April, 2026