Lead Regional Manager

Rural Doctors Network (RDN) is seeking a full-time Regional Manager to lead the regional management team and support the development and maintenance of strong relationships with key rural stakeholders, influencers and decision-makers at all levels with NSW; and the broader sector where required, lead initatives within the region on behalf of RDN and ensure well planned and collegial approaches to service delivery.

As the Lead Regional Manager will be the key point of contact for RDN throughout Northern NSW, ability to travel throughout the region is essential.

The Lead Regional Manager position is offered on a fixed term which will conclude in December 2024.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Develop and maintain relationships with key external stakeholders within the sector and border industry, inclusive of the health workforce through to key CEO’s, Council GM’s and members of parliament.
• Act as the first point of contact for all regional relationships and ensure CRM is current in terms of communication information
• Manage the performance of a small team and strengthen the capacity and skills of direct reports by providing guidance and supporting exposure to key program activities and partner organisations, facilitating skills transfer, identifying beneficial training and participation at relevant program
• Lead in the planning, development and implementation of regional programs, projects, and activities on behalf of RDN and regional stakeholders while ensuring key stakeholders are actively engaged and recognised contributors
• Seek to innovate and streamline workflow processes to improve overall service delivery outcomes
• Ensure that collaborative plans and initiatives reflect RDN strategic plan and agreed activity targets
• Work with the Aboriginal Engagement Manager and other key positions internally to ensure effective and proactive engagement within the Aboriginal sector,
• Act as the advisor to RDN’s senior leadership team with regard to successes, issues and/or risks, including possible solutions to stakeholder relationships as soon as they arise
• Liaise with other RDN teams to provide and receive feedback around key stakeholder and community issues
• Actively monitor and evaluate regions performance and identify potential future projects and opportunities in order to achieve for long-term financial sustainability and continual service delivery improvement

About you

Ideally, you will bring to the position:

• Relevant tertiary-level qualifications in business or related field (required)
• Experience leading a small team that are responsible for significant resources and the successful delivery of objectives
• High-level knowledge and understanding of stakeholder engagement and relationship management processes and practice.
• Experience working with communities and in complex stakeholder environments.
• Experience developing and maintaining stakeholder networks, and stakeholder information within a CRM platform.
• A good understanding of the issues and impacts for rural and disadvantaged communities in Australia
• Strong commitment to supporting Aboriginal health and wellbeing with a demonstrated understanding of cultural awareness and safety.
• Excellent problem solving & organisational skills.
• Proven experience working collaboratively with others to achieve strategic goals and quality outcomes.
• Computer literacy with a range of software packages including but not limited to Microsoft Office and Salesforce CRM (desirable).
• Strategic thinking, high level planning and implementation skills with experience in monitoring and evaluation to ensure targets are met and outcomes are achieved.
• Unrestricted drivers license

Why work at RDN?

RDN offers a friendly, diverse culture with a range of generous employment conditions.

We are a passionate team, looking for likeminded individuals who want to make a positive difference to health services within rural and remote areas. We value our staff and their contribution and offer:

• Working from home/hybrid model offered
• Salary packaging benefits
• Access to an EAP
• A workplace culture encouraging autonomy and teamwork, where you are empowered to use and develop your skills every day

About Rural Doctors Network

RDN is a not-for-profit, non-government charitable organisation. We are a values-based, diverse organisation with a vision for improved health service access for all Australians - no matter where they live.

We work collaboratively with stakeholder organisations to deliver a range of innovative initiatives and programs with the aim to improve health and wellbeing for rural, remote, Aboriginal and disadvantaged communities and the many dedicated health professionals who serve them.

To Apply
If this sounds like you, click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. You are encouraged to apply promptly as applications close when suitable applicants are obtained.

Preferred applicants will be required to undergo a National Police Check and must provide evidence they are vaccinated with at least two (2) doses of Covid-19 Vaccine.

We value a diverse and inclusive workplace
At RDN we encourage our employees to have an enjoyable and rewarding career with an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and encourages social and cultural diversity. We strongly encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities to apply.

For a confidential discussion, or if you require an adjustment within the recruitment process, please contact Angelica on *******@nswrdn.com.au