Senior Program Officer, Allied Health
Employment Type: Full time - Permanent
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 3
Remuneration: $122,850.00 - $139,559.00 plus 11.5% superannuation and leave loading (salary equivalent to experience)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ534720
Senior Program Officer, Allied Health
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and collaborative team at the NSW Health Education and Training Institute. HETI is looking for a dedicated allied health professional to join the allied health team and play a significant role in the planning, developing, designing, delivering, coordinating, reviewing and evaluating evidence based educational materials, courses and programs, in partnership with key agencies for the NSW Health allied health workforce. We are seeking someone who brings their passion for education to the role and demonstrates the ability to think strategically, manage relationships and competing priorities within a complex health environment. This position reports to the Senior Program Manager – Allied Health.
Where you'll be working
The role is based in Sydney at 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards in a modern, purpose-built 5 star rated green campus that is well serviced by public transport and access to public parking. The building offers activity-based working conditions with agile and flexible work spaces and the latest in technology, modern end-of-trip facilities, and secure bicycle storage. There is an onsite cafe, and a 100-space childcare centre.
HETI offers competitive remuneration (base salary plus super and leave loading), a monthly ADO (for full-time staff), a range of flexible working options including hybrid working (all staff are required to attend the office weekly), as well as comprehensive leave entitlements and discounted access to fitness facilities. Professional development is well embedded in our organisation and staff are encouraged to continue their studies and take opportunities for furthering their careers.
HETI is committed to promoting the diversity of our people and our learners through fostering an inclusive culture where everyone feels safe to bring their whole selves to HETI. This includes actively breaking down barriers to enable staff to fully participate and be included in a way that respects and values difference. We encourage applications from people with disability, Aboriginal people and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQA+ and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
As a part of NSW Health, HETI is driven by the NSW Health CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment, building a positive workplace culture.
Experience the many great benefits of working for the NSW Government.
What you will be doing
The position works across the breadth of 23 allied health professions. The Allied Health team offers unique programs, resources, education and training designed for these specialised professions to support the delivery of high-quality, interprofessional, safe, patient-centred care. You will bring your clinical background and strong educational expertise, as well as project management, collaboration, influencing and problem-solving skills to achieve high quality project outcomes and contribute to attainment of HETI objectives.
In this role you will:
- design, develop, and implement HETI educational resources, training, and eLearning for the allied health professions that is aligned to subject matter expertise which contributes to optimal levels of learning outcomes and learner engagement
- establish and sustain collaborative partnerships and effective relationships with key stakeholder across NSW Health including the Ministry of Health, Local Health Districts and Specialty Health Networks, and other NSW Health Pillars and Community Organisations as required to inform state-wide training materials
- deliver high quality project management using advanced management skills, including producing professional project documentation, implementation plans, reports, briefs and related material and analyse, research, resolve and/or escalate any issues related to assigned programs and projects to ensure outcomes are achieved.
- exercise appropriate influencing, negotiation, and interpersonal skills to achieve positive outcomes for NSW Health.
To learn more about HETI, please visit https://www.heti.nsw.gov.au/
How to apply
All NSW Health employees must abide by the NSW Health Code of Conduct and the CORE values and principles that it promotes.
Your application must stand on its own merits, and the completeness and relevance of your application will determine if you proceed in the selection process.
During the selection process, candidates will be required to undergo additional assessments in determining their suitability for the role. Successful candidates will also need to agree to undergo a National Police Check.
As part of the selection process, we will also seek verification of experience, skills and qualifications you have provided in your application.
To be considered for this role, please attach a cover letter (2 pages maximum) and an up-to-date resume (5 pages maximum) that clearly outlines your skills and experience, as relevant to this role.
Need more information?
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For role related queries or questions contact Daniella Pfeiffer on Daniella.Pfeiffer@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: Monday, 27th January 2025 at 11:59PM
