Healthcare Australia (HCA) is a major provider of healthcare services across Australia, including allied health, primary care, recruitment, NDIS, care services, and training.
In December 2024, we commenced providing health, mental health and wellbeing services across the onshore Immigration Detention network. Our team, which includes nurses, general practitioners, and allied health professionals, offer a wide range of healthcare services to detainees, including but not limited to health assessments, chronic disease management, health promotion and targeted population health education, medication, wound management, immunisation, and other primary health clinical interventions. HCA also introduced a Virtual Care Centre (VCC), a 24/7 service that provides remote healthcare through telehealth and video consultations, helping to enhance onsite care for detainees.
Full time position avalible on a 6 month fixed-term contract.
Hybrid working conditions.
Office hours 9am - 5pm
The Health Policy Coordinator is responsible for supporting the development, analysis, and implementation of health policies that advance the mission and goals of HCA. This position plays a ley role in supporting policy initiatives, tracking legislative and regulatory developments, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders. The Health Policy Coordinator supports that policy efforts are aligned with organistaional priorities and are informed by evidence-based research and stakeholder input.
Key responsibilities!
* Conduct research and analysis of health policies, legislation, and regulations to inform organisational strategy.
* Draft evidence-based policies, reports, and recommendations incorporating stakeholder feedback.
* Monitor emerging trends and issues in health policy at local, state, and national levels.
* Assist in developing and executing strategies to influence health policy decisions.
* Coordinate meetings with policymakers and cultivate relationships with key stakeholders, including government agencies, advocacy organisations, and community partners.
* Manage multiple policy projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of outcomes.
* Maintain accurate records of policy activities and prepare reports for leadership and relevant stakeholders.
* Create educational materials and presentations to communicate policy issues to diverse audiences.
* Support content creation for newsletters, websites, and social media related to health policy.
* Address inquiries from the public, media, and other stakeholders regarding organizational policy positions.
About you!
Hold a bachelor's degree in Public Health, Public Policy, Health Administration, or a related field, with 2–3 years of experience in health policy or advocacy. Should have a strong understanding of health policy issues, excellent research and analytical skills, and the ability to communicate complex policy matters clearly. Proficiency in managing multiple projects, engaging stakeholders, and using Microsoft Office Suite is essential.
Bring your passion for driving meaningful change in healthcare policy and be rewarded with:
* Be part of an amazing culture, based on the values of - We Care, We are Team Players, We are Leaders, We understand your needs.
* Ongoing 24/7 immediate mental health and counselling support via our Employee Assistant Program (EAP)
* Discounted Bupa Health Insurance
Have any questions or further assistance about the role, please contact Katie Longhurst on katie.longhurst@primaryhsa.com.au
Veterans are encouraged to apply. At HCA we are committed to embracing diversity and committed to providing a safe working environment.