Overview
This is a appointment for Fixed Term Full time at 75 hours per fortnight, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency. We currently have two full time fixed term positions available, one of which is available until 30/06/2028, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
The Opportunity:
There has never been a more exciting time to work in the Intergovernmental Relations and Community Programs Directorate at the WA Department of Health. A focus on wide-ranging and high-profile national system reforms across aged care, disability and health have created opportunities for the WA Health system to bring about changes that positively impact the health outcomes for our most vulnerable West Australians.
The Community Programs team designs and delivers strategic programs at the interface of the hospital system and aged care, disability and broader health and community service systems, including programs that support timely discharge from hospital. We are seeking applications from talented individuals eager to work in a team environment that is agile, dynamic and focused on delivering positive outcomes and change across a range of portfolios. We are seeking people who have proven experience in delivering strategic projects and are experienced in stakeholder engagement.
Vacancy Reference No. 719795
PositionDescription
This role leads and oversees all aspects of project development and implementation including preparing business cases and project plans, establishing appropriate governance, identifying, allocating and managing resources, and meeting reporting requirements, to ensure project outcomes are achieved.
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).
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 1985 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
Other Conditions and Process
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.
WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.
We value the unique diversity of experience that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and people from culturally diverse backgrounds bring to our workforce.
Employee Benefits
In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (inline with operational requirements):
* 12% 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
How to Apply
For Further Job related Information: contact Joanne Cronin on (08) 9222 40*** or *************@health.wa.gov.au.
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 (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au) submitting a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience in no more than 4 pages including referee details, and a statement of no more than 2-3 pages addressing the following essential selection criteria:
* Project management including undertaking a lead role in developing, delivering, monitoring, and evaluating a portfolio of strategic projects, with the ability to achieve project outcomes, in partnership with stakeholders.
* Critical, conceptual, and analytical thinking including the ability to make decisions and develop solutions to complex problems.
* Provision of expert advice and information including preparation of high-level reports, briefs, business cases and project plans
* Effective interpersonal communication, negotiation and influencing to facilitate cooperation and support.
Applicants should note that essential selection criteria not included above may be covered at the interview stage.
Your 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. Applicants must have a current, valid email address in order to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants.
Referees: It is preferable for one of your referees to be a current supervisor or manager.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.
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