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Program Officer

Department of Health (WA Health)
Perth Full-day Full-time

Description:

CRVCID No. 659584

This is a Permanent Full Time appointment.

WA Health embraces diversity and is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service.

WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.

WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.

Position Profile: We are seeking a suitably experienced and enthusiastic candidate for the role of Program Officer.

Responsibilities

In this position you will support the internal and external stakeholder relations activities of the Health Networks Unit. Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Coordinates and manages specific initiatives as directed, including liaison with service units and community organisations on matters relating to clinical reform initiatives and required statistics and research.
  • Creates and prepares a range of materials and publications to support the work of the networks including infographics, newsletters, presentations, and brochures. Coordinates updates of websites and online platforms.
  • Communicates with internal and external stakeholders to provide information and updates on Health Networks programs and projects.
  • Provides project and operational support, including monitoring and reporting on project plans, milestones and deliverables, to ensure time, cost and quality indicators are in line with approved project plans.
  • Undertakes basic research and analysis in assigned project areas and contributes to the preparation of project briefs to support informed decision making and planning.

Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):

  • 11.5% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here.
  • Access to salary packaging arrangements
  • Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
  • Flexible working arrangements
  • Flexible leave arrangements

Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form.

For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Melanie Booth, Development Officer on 08 9222 6840.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Application Instructions : Applicants are requested to apply online.

Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements.

These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.

LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
6 Apr 2025;   from: linkedin.com

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