The People Project Tasmania (TPPT) is a not-for-profit organisation and one of seven government-funded Rural Workforce Agencies (RWAs) nationally. We are dedicated to supporting Tasmanian communities by recruiting and retaining quality health professionals, and by delivering support coordination, plan management, and capacity-building services to NDIS participants across the state. With expert teams, a positive culture, and a practical, person-centred approach, we're committed to strengthening both Tasmania's health workforce and the lives of people with disability.
The Position
The People Project Tasmania is in a unique position to offer an exceptional individual a role within their primary health workforce team. The team are all experts in their field, and you will receive ongoing training and support to excel in advising practices to be their best.
The practice management consultant will collaborate with our existing practice support team to provide professional development to business owners/practice managers, promote sustainable business practice and build expertise in recruitment and management of staff within allied health and GP practices.
The ability to deal with a range of stakeholders, including GP's, allied health professionals, practice managers/business owners, government organisations and a whole range of internationally trained medical professionals will be a critical part of your day-to-day role.
The position can be based in Launceston and is full time fixed term contract position for 12 months. This is a new and exciting initiative funded to develop workforce planning and you will have your chance for input. The ideal candidate will have practice or business management experience in the allied health or general practice space and/or have a deep understanding of the issues, challenges and opportunities for these business types.
What you'll bring
We're looking for someone with excellent attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to juggle multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. You should have:
* A comprehensive understanding of the business operations in general practice/allied health practice
* Outstanding organisational skills, with the ability to prioritise workload accordingly
* Well developed interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders
* An understanding of primary care in Tasmania - with an emphasis on the challenges faced in rural Tasmania
* An understanding of accreditation standards in general practice, and allied health registration bodies such as NRAS
* An understanding of billing requirements for Medicare and/or NDIS
* An autonomous working style, with the ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision.
The Organisation
The People Project Tasmania is a not-for-profit incorporated association contracted by the Australian and Tasmanian governments to recruit and retain general practitioners, nurses, and allied health professionals in Tasmania, with an emphasis on rural and remote communities. Our organisation is one of seven Rural Workforce Agencies funded by the Australian Government nationally. The People Project Tasmania also delivers the Health Workforce Scholarship Program and is a registered NDIS provider of Coordination of Supports and Plan Management.
The People Project Tasmania main office is in Launceston with satellite offices in George Town and Devonport. This role will be based in the Launceston Office, but with some travel throughout the state. Our offices have been fitted out with the latest technology and the greenery is multiplying by the day. You will have the opportunity to work with a team of co-workers and management that would bend over backwards to help you out.
The culture is a one of a kind – just ask any one of our team who will tell you about all the benefits of working for The People Project Tasmania, including ongoing professional development, additional paid time off, corporate days, impromptu lunches and morning teas to celebrate just about everything that happens at work and at home. The People Project Tasmania is a fun, innovative place to work and somewhere all staff are heard equally.
The People Project Tasmania is committed to inclusivity and diversity and we encourage anyone with lived experience of disability to apply.
What's on offer?
This role offers a salary of $83,429 to $86,140 p.a. (pro rata) plus access to Salary Packaging, boosting your take-home pay. The position is offered at a 1.0 FTE.
We also offer above award conditions, including:
· Paid leave without debit during our Christmas office closure
· An Easter Tuesday holiday
· days of personal leave per year
· Leave loading
· A workplace culture that celebrates with food, fun, and plenty of indoor plants
You'll begin with a supportive induction and training period at our Launceston office to set you up for success.
To apply
If you would like to know more about this position you can obtain a Position Description by contacting Dan Lowe on or email
To be considered for this role, you will need to:
· Address the selection criteria, as outlined in the Position Description, and
· Provide an up-to-date copy of your CV.
Applications should be emailed directly to the above email address, and applications received through SEEK will not be considered.
Applications close Sunday 5th October 2025.
The People Project is a child safe organisation, committed to child safety and wellbeing. All staff are required to hold a current WWVP clearance and agree to The People Project Child Safe Code of Conduct.