Address- Part time (10.5 hour per week) Fixed term until 31 December 2024 with possible extension
- Exciting flexible opportunity for an Executive Officer to be part of the HSRAANZ and lead and support the Executive Committee
- Base Salary $117,116 (pro-rata) + 17% superannuation
About the opportunity
HSRAANZ is a member based not for profit association, dedicated to the promotion of health services research in policy and practice. The collective voice of Australian and New Zealand health services research, HSRAANZ connects researchers with health service leaders, managers and clinicians to drive improvement and innovation in health and health care. The Association is governed by an active Executive Committee, who meet monthly.
Since its inception in 2001, HSRAANZ has been the collective voice for Australian and New Zealand health services research with aims to:
- Convene and connect producers and users of health services research in Australia and New Zealand and build links internationally.
- Support evidence-based policy and practice in the health system, helping to mobilise health services research, build capacity and make an impact.
- Influence policy leaders and funders to improve the profile and landscape of health services research, enabling it to thrive and develop.
The Executive Officer plays a pivotal role in the Health Services Research Association of Australia and New Zealand. They collaborate closely with the Executive Committee, led by the President, as well as the broader membership of the association. Their primary responsibilities involve leading, supporting, and developing various activities such as meetings, conferences, courses, networks, reports, special projects, and consultations. The Executive Officer is assisted by the Administration Officer. Together, they work towards the association's goals and ensure its smooth functioning.
Your key responsibilities will be to:
- work closely with the Executive Committee, providing guidance and advice, and acting on their decisions and initiatives
- engage with members, both organisations and individuals, and build and sustain positive membership relationships and networks. Continue to expand the membership base
- build and sustain good working relationships with a wide range of external stakeholders including the Federal and State Health Departments and funding agencies, non-government agencies and universities
- develop and implement the Strategic Plan and annual program of activities in collaboration with the Executive Committee
- lead and manage special projects and respond to consultations in collaboration with the Executive Committee and wider membership
- write reports and other publications for a wide variety of purposes/audiences and make oral presentations with confidence and professionalism to academics, government, and other audiences.
- oversee the organisation of meetings, seminars and conferences for a wide range of purposes, ensuring the delivery of large meetings is coordinated efficiently with the external events secretariat, particularly the biennial research conference.
About you
- a deep understanding of health services research methodologies, trends and challenges, along with knowledge of, and experience in, how the health services research system in Australia and/or New Zealand is funded, conducted and applied
- established networks, or the demonstrated ability to quickly develop networks, with researchers, policymakers, funders and other stakeholders, and the ability to build collaborations and partnerships within the health services research sector
- strong analytical and advocacy skills and experience in strategic decision making.
- financial and resource management skills including budgeting, resource allocation and identifying funding opportunities
- excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to interact with the Executive Committee, members and stakeholders and write for a wide variety of audiences and to produce reports, blogs, papers and other content
- proficiency in the Microsoft suite and other software packages (such as WordPress, Mailchimp, Xero, social media) for analysis, presentation, financial management, website content management, and social media
- High level of self-motivation and the ability to work well under pressure to prioritise tasks and use judgement and discretion in making decisions, including knowing when to seek advice or more senior involvement.
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Sponsorship / work rights for Australia
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. For a continuing position, you must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen or an Australian Permanent Resident.
Australian Temporary Residents currently employed at the University of Sydney may be considered for a fixed term contract for the length of their visa, depending on the requirements of the hiring area and the reasons for the position.
Pre-employment checks
Your employment is conditional upon the completion of all role required pre-employment or background checks in terms satisfactory to the University. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.
As this position is located on an NSW Health site, it is a regulatory requirement to complete compulsory employment checks prior to starting in this position. For more information and instructions, please visit:NSW Health employment requirements
EEO statement
At the University of Sydney, our shared values include diversity and inclusion and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a University community which reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this commitment through our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTIQ. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.
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Applications Close
Tuesday 12 March 2024 11:59 PM
