Monica Fajks

Monica is placed with the Far West Local Health District and is based in Broken Hill, where her first rotation is with the Allied Health and Integrated Community Services Directorate. Monica holds a Bachelor of Communication (Public Relations). This degree has allowed her to immerse herself in the dynamic fields of digital media, marketing, advertising, and event management.

Monica has been employed with NSW Health for three years and has experience working in directorates such as Medical Services, Remote Health Services, and the Chief Executive Unit which has allowed Monica the opportunity to delve into corporate media relations and project support work.

Over the two-year program, Monica is excited about embracing this new opportunity to deepen her understanding of health, its various services, pillars, and specialty networks. She is grateful for the opportunity to take part in the HMIP and to identify and nurture her leadership and management skills, aligning with her aspirations for future career development.

Outside of work Monica enjoys camping, spending time with family and friends, taking the dogs for bush walks, reading, and exercising.

Francis Goh

Francis is placed with the Independent Health and Aged Care Pricing Authority (IHACPA). His first placement is with the Hospital Costing team, where they collect cost data from all hospitals nationwide. He arrived in Sydney in 2018 and graduated with a Bachelor of Clinical sciences from Macquarie University.

Francis has a strong interest in many areas of healthcare and is very passionate about enacting change through systemic reform. He believes the future of a sustainable healthcare system requires a new outlook in the way we think and view health. He hopes to design cost-effective models of care, pioneer artificial intelligence integration, and guide the healthcare system towards a preventative model.

Francis is grateful for the opportunity to be a part of the HMIP as he believes that this program will help in building him into a capable health leader.

Anja Ivkovic

Anja has joined the HMIP through Macquarie University Health (MQ Health), MQ Health is an integrated academic led private healthcare organisation and teaching hospital located on the Macquarie University Campus in Sydney. Anja will continue her work with MQ Health Sciences Centre alongside additional placements and projects across the organisation.

Anja holds a Bachelor of Economics/International Relations from the University of Sydney. Anja's journey in healthcare began in her role as an administrative assistant in outpatient private specialist clinics during her university tenure. Post-graduation, Anja took the opportunity to transitioned into a management role with MQ Health, assuming the responsibilities of Practice Manager for multiple specialist healthcare outpatient clinics.

Now, as an intern with the ACHSM, Anja is poised to deepen her understanding of the intricate health system over a two-year program. Her focus extends to developing a strong understanding of the breadth of Australia’s private and public systems in order to better understand how we can improve patient’s experiences and outcomes within our health system. Anja's commitment to becoming a passionate and effective leader within healthcare is a testament to her dedication to professional growth and desire to contribute to the dynamic field of healthcare management.

Grace Jung

Grace is placed at NSW Ambulance, where her first rotation is with the office of the Chief Executive.

Originally from South Korea, Grace moved to Australia in 2008 and holds a bachelor’s degree in biomedical science from UTS. Her professional journey includes serving as the Design Transfer Manager in the medical device industry. In this role, she contributed to the commercialisation of PCR technology, focusing on integrating innovative research diagnostic technology into commercial manufacturing.

Grace is grateful for the opportunity to be part of HMIP. Throughout the two-year internship, she aims to develop robust leadership skills and contribute positively to the healthcare system. With a diverse background, she is particularly interested in the complexity of public healthcare. She looks forward to learning more and using her past experience to make a positive impact and drive meaningful change.

Outside of work, Grace enjoys running, freediving, hiking and camping with friends.

Karen Li

Karen is currently working at MQ Health, where her rotations will be across different departments within MQ health including Macquarie University Hospital.

Karen arrived in Australia in 2008 and graduated from the University of Technology Sydney with an MBA in Professional Accounting in 2010. She started working as an inventory planner for Zimmer Biomet, a top-ranked orthopaedic company globally. She then moved into senior roles in both ZimmerBiomet and Cardinal Health, leading a team of demand planners and inventory specialists to achieve optimal inventory control and high level of customer satisfaction. Transitioning to the health sector as a Supply Chain Manager at Macquarie University Hospital in 2022, Karen is eager to participate in this internship program to enhance her skill set and leadership abilities, adapting them to the unique hospital environment. Her ultimate goal is to make a meaningful impact and contribute to the broader healthcare system in the years ahead.

Outside of work, Karen enjoys spending quality time with her three children and family. She also finds joy in activities such as baking, camping, and having picnics in nature.

Nicholas Minns

Nick is placed with the Far West Local Health District. His first rotation is within the Mental Health, Drug and Alcohol Directorate. Nick holds a Bachelor of Nursing from the University of SA, along with a Graduate Diploma in Nursing (Critical Care Nursing) and a Graduate Diploma in Clinical Education from Flinders University.

Nick has more than 15 years of experiencing as a clinician across diverse settings both in Australia and internationally. Originating from a remote community in NSW, Nick is passionate about enhancing the equality and equity of healthcare. Nick is looking forward to strengthening partnerships and fostering collaborations to positively impact the experiences for our rural and remote communities.

Beyond his professional endeavours, Nick is a proud father of three. He finds joy in traveling with his family to explore new cultures and create lasting memories together.