Description:
About us
The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) is the leading organisation responsible for training, developing, accrediting, advocating for and representing psychiatrists across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand within the mental health sector. Through conferences, publications, and initiatives, the College also fosters evidence-based practices, ensures high-quality, culturally sensitive care, and is committed to elevating healthcare outcomes for Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander, and Māori communities guided by its commitments to reconciliation and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Program Coordinator to oversee various post-graduate assessment projects and to coordinate the implementation of the changes in Assessments in line with good governance, stakeholder consultation and Fellowship program curriculum.
The role’s primary focus is to oversee the transformation of the RANZCP clinical assessment program into a workplace environment and work closely with key internal and external stakeholders (Committees and Working Groups) to develop, deliver, and oversee the operationalization of the activities, changes and delivery of the assessments for the doctors undertaking medical specialist training towards professional qualifications and Fellowship in Psychiatry.
What You'll Bring
- A solid background in medical education or assessment related sector or post-graduate education, with relevant experience or understanding of the change management principles, medical training challenges and emerging trends in the field. This will be vital for success in this role.
- Proven ability in the program management and project coordination, where multiple projects are underway with competing timelines and priorities.
- Demonstrated experience in building and engaging with a diverse range of stakeholders and being able to develop direction, identify risks and influence.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, combined with well-developed analytical and research abilities, and proven experience in developing highly complex project plans, progress reports, and proposals.
- Relevant tertiary qualifications will be highly regarded, and/or demonstrated experience across tertiary, specialist medical colleges or university sectors, medical education, post-graduate assessment environment and/or in Competency-Based Model Education (CBME) in health or education settings.
- Experience within a membership organisation or the not-for-profit sector would be an advantage.
- Australian or New Zealand citizen or holds the right to work in Australia.
Some of What’s on Offer:
- Salary range from $82,896-$103,646 inclusive of Super and Leave Loading.
- A great hybrid working arrangement with 2 days in the office as a minimum
- A rostered monthly paid day off for full-time staff.
- Gender neutral 12 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and secondary carers.
About the application process
If this role piques your interest, but your experience isn’t an exact match—apply anyway! RANZCP encourages applications from those with varied experience and we’re keen to receive your application if you think you'll thrive in this role.
Please apply through the Expr3ss link, combining your resume and cover letter into one document. We encourage all applicants to review the position description as it provides further details about the responsibilities of the role.
For any queries or assistance in applying reach out at: recruitment@ranzcp.org
No agencies please.
Embracing Diversity:
At RANZCP, creating a workplace where diversity, inclusion, and authenticity thrive is a priority. Applications are warmly welcomed from people of all backgrounds, whether you're First Nations, LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, or come from a wide range of ages, ethnicities, faiths, and lived and living experiences. We're all about embracing what makes you, you.
This is a re-advertised role. Early submissions are encouraged, as applications will be reviewed as they are received. Previous applicants need not apply.