Senior Consultant

Sophie Macpherson

Sophie has extensive experience working in government and consulting, where she has played key roles in developing and implementing major health policies and programs. Her work spans critical areas like mental health, housing support, and health services. Sophie combines policy expertise with practical program management skills to drive improvements in health services and outcomes. Her experience coordinating high-level government initiatives and managing complex stakeholder relationships enables her to turn complex policy objectives into achievable programs that deliver real results.

Sophie's superpower

Sophie has a unique ability to bridge policy development and practical implementation. Her experience across clinical practice, government, consulting, and research gives Sophie valuable insights into what works on the ground. Sophie is skilled at working with different groups and turning complex plans into practical programs that make a difference.

How she got here

  • Joined HealthConsult as a Senior Consultant, bringing expertise in health policy development and implementation from both academic and government sectors
  • Led the state-wide implementation of the Housing and Mental Health Agreement 2022 for NSW Health, establishing new frameworks for integrated service delivery 
  • Coordinated NSW Health's contribution to intergovernmental forums including the Health Ministers Meeting and Health Chief Executives Forum, ensuring alignment of state and national priorities 
  • Developed NSW Health's response to the Homes NSW Homelessness Strategy Action Plan 2024-2026, establishing new approaches to support vulnerable populations 
  • Led the design of Queensland Health's transition to outcomes-based funding, creating frameworks to improve healthcare service delivery and accountability 
  • Developed comprehensive clinical services plans for Townsville and Cairns Hospital and Health Services, focusing on mental health service integration 
  • Created infrastructure strategies for the Department of Communities and Justice, establishing new approaches to courts and youth justice facilities 
  • Designed financial sustainability strategies for major health services including Monash Health, improving operational efficiency and service delivery 
  • Led strategic planning for Primary Health Networks, defining their role in Australia's healthcare system 
  • Enhanced monitoring and evaluation systems for the Housing Accommodation Support Initiative, improving program effectiveness and accountability