NEPN Change and Communications Specialist

Position Title NEPN Change and Communications Specialist
Employment Type Temporary Full Time
Location Eastern Health
Award Classification Administrative Officers (10) Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025 - Admin Officer Gr 06
Hours (per fortnight) 80Applications from Recruitment agencies will not be accepted
The successful applicant to this position will be required to undergo a pre-employment Police Check.
Position SummaryNEPN Change and Communications Specialist

• Limited Term Full Time | Monthly ADO
• Box Hill location | Attractive salary + salary packaging to increase take home pay!
• Establishment of shared pathology service for North East Victorian Region

Eastern HealthEastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services, including maternity, palliative care, mental health, drug and alcohol, residential care, community health and state-wide specialist services to people and communities that are diverse in culture, age, socio-economic status, population and healthcare needs.About the roleNorth East Pathology Network (NEPN) is one of the three networks with participating pathology services from Austin Health, Eastern Health and Northern Health.NEPN has established an extensive Reform Program with two main streams of entity formation and the planning, procurement and implementation of a single shared Laboratory Information System (LIS).NEPN is seeking the expertise and skills a Senior Change, Communications and Engagement specialist to lead the Change, Communications and Engagement aspects of the NEPN Program.The person in this role will be required to work with our recently engaged consultancy who are establishing a Change Strategy and Change Roadmap, and will be charged to take forward the recommendation and manage the Change Impacts to our partner pathology services with the objective of fostering positive and effective relationships with all partner pathology representatives, wider partner health services teams and consumers of pathology testing.This is an exciting role that shapes the success of the NEPN Program with meaningful, relevant and timely change, communications and engagement strategies within a large and multi-agency program. The successful candidate will work as part of a vibrant, energetic and supportive team, with professional development opportunities and work/life balance within a hybrid working environment.About youTo be successful in this role you will possess:Essential

• Proven and senior level experience in internal and external stakeholder management and communication in a large and multi-agency program.
• Proven ability to think strategically and provide appropriate and timely communications operationally across a large group of stakeholders
• Exceptional oral, written and presentation skills with attention to detail.
• Proven ability to tailor communications to suit a variety of stakeholders.
• Proven ability to foster positive and effective relationships with a wide group of stakeholders.
• Experience in identification and use of different communications channels, with an aim to streamline communications
• Proven ability and expertise to define and implement messaging across different phases of a complex and multi-year program.
• Proven experience in program level Change Management including setting up of change teams and management of change impacts across a board range of stakeholders and departments
• Experience in establishing Change Plans to align with the readiness to change
• As a leader of change managing the of an organisation including working with training teams to prepare for the rollout
• Experience in delivering or leading a team who can make ready new workflows, process and procedures from day one.
• Proven experience in managing change transition over a geographically dispersed operational service and through a stabilisation period for multiple sites ensuring to ensure teams and champions embedded in the operational teams are ready and confident to perform well.

Desirable

• Previous experience in healthcare setting, ideally within the pathology sector.
• Tertiary qualification in a relevant field
• Experience in working across multiple sites and services, ideally both metropolitan and regional areas.

Please refer to the attached position description for further details of the role.Vaccination against infectious disease is a mandatory requirement of this role. An offer of employment is conditional on you providing evidence that you are currently vaccinated against COVID-19 with booster & Influenza, prior to commencing employment.What we offerEastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range !

• Diverse and engaging career opportunities
• Friendly & supportive team
• Flexible working hours
• Salary packaging options
• Career progression in our teaching hospitals

Next StepsIf you believe you have the ability to make a difference in this rewarding industry, apply today!Please note:

• All applications must be submitted online via E-Mercury
• All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory Fit2Work Check, where preferred candidates will be required to complete a Criminal History Check at the expense of Eastern Health.
• You must have Australian work rights to apply for this position.
• Recruitment agency applications will not be accepted.

Eastern Health is a child safe organisation, committed to promoting the wellbeing and cultural safety of Aboriginal children, children with disabilities and all children in their diversity.Eastern Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment that welcomes and values all people. We recognise that diversity is essential in ensuring Eastern Health provides the best service to its consumers.Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, women, those from the LGBTIQ+ community, people living with disability and those from a culturally and linguistically diverse background, are strongly encouraged to apply. Those seeking support in submitting an application are welcome to contact the hiring manager listed or feel free to contact the .For additional resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants click here:Values in Action: Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day**Please note applications will be screened upon receipt and advertising may close prior to the closing date.**
Contact Person ALICIA HALL
Contact Number (04) 3170 7035
Alternate Contact Person Mahtab Minai
Alternate Contact Number (04) 3856 9041
Closing Date 16/05/2024
Position Description NEPN Change and Communications Specialist - 2024_Final (2).pdfApplication Guide
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