Project Manager Virtual Hospital

Project Manager Virtual Hospital | Uniting Care Health

(3-6 months fixed term contract)

• A newly created role - Location negotiable, Brisbane or Sunshine Coast with occasional travel and flexible working arrangements
• Development of the strategy and Business Plan for the next 5 years
• An exciting opportunity for an experienced Project Manager with strong management and organisational skills

 UnitingCare is on track to deliver a single vision, united voice, stronger partnerships, better financial stewardship and the ability to make an even greater impact in the services we provide.

We’re looking for someone who wants to make the world a little better through small moments that leave big impacts. To be part of something bigger, achieving positive change by working with thousands of Australians to help them live life in all its fullness.

Your part in the UnitingCare team:

As the Project Manager Virtual Hospitals, you will work closely with the GM Lead and Chief Medical Officer to establish an effective project management environment or framework for delivery, developing the Virtual Hospital strategy and business plan by project managing a portfolio of initiatives to deliver realisable benefits on time and within budget.

With a focus on establishing the Business Plan for the next 5 years, this role will undertake a range of Project Lead/Management activities including but not limited to:

• Establish an effective project management environment/ or framework for delivery; including sourcing, design and establishment of project team, project stakeholder engagement, change management and alignment to UCQ frameworks and processes
• Develop and deliver all required project artefacts as agreed with the GM lead and hospital SLT, Virtual Hospital Steering Committee, Better Together Office or other governance forums as required, in line with quality standards and timelines.
• Set objectives and prioritise tasks, delegating as required, ensuring good project cadence is established to deliver results.
• Deliver projects as per agreed plans and identified scopes, ensuring the delivery of Business outcomes through efficient use of people, capital and process.
• Manage project costs, and resources within budget and ensure the delivery of benefits tracking in accordance with the agreed business case.
• Deliver project performance reporting on a monthly basis, calling out identified project risk and issues, implementing appropriate risk mitigation strategies.
• Contribute to the development of sound business cases for new initiatives.
• Undertake project post-implementation reviews, and record key learnings to enhance the delivery of future projects.

What makes a difference for us?

Essential:

• Formal or professional qualifications in Information Technology, Business or related discipline
• Project Management experience (minimum of 5 years in a senior project management role)
• Highly organised with a high attention to detail and excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated experience in successfully managing and delivering projects to achieve critical business outcomes 
• Capability in project planning techniques including the ability to assess and manage risks, costs, resources, and outcomes/deliverables
• Proven stakeholder engagement and management skills at executive and senior management level with the ability to lead / influence a diverse group of people 
• Excellent problem solving and problem resolution skills
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Desirable: 

• Certificate or Diploma in Project Management, or PRINCE2 / Agile Certifications
• Previous experience or sound understanding of working with the Heath, Human Services and Not-For-Profit industry
• Experience in developing strategic plans, strong Virtual Hospital knowledge or similar clinical service design knowledge, Project Managing multiple projects simultaneously ensuring best practice delivery methodologies, 
• Experience working in matrix/ complex organisation structures

Start making a difference today

Our application process takes less than 15 minutes – Click the ‘APPLY’ button to be taken to our online application process and upload your resume and cover letter. Our team are available to answer any questions you may have.

Applications close Thursday 18th April 2024

What makes a difference for you?

The opportunity to be part of the second-largest Queensland employer who has been leading by example as a proud not-for-profit, for more than 100 years. With more than 16,500 staff and 9,000 volunteers across our brands of BlueCare, Lifeline, ARRCS, The Wesley Hospital, Buderim Private Hospital, St Stephen’s Hospital, and St Andrew’s War Memorial Hospital, and have been leading by example for more than 100 years. Our team are compassionate, inclusive and committed to the work we do, helping people live life in all its fullness.

• Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance
• Save tax and increase your take home pay by salary packaging your everyday living expenses and bills (up to $15,900) and meal entertainment (up to $2,650) per annum
• A recognition and rewards platform, providing employee discounts at hundreds of retailers, including everyday expenses, holidays, health insurance, annual awards celebration, wellbeing and employee assistance programs
• A positive and inclusive team based on respect, shared standards, strong values and a commitment to serving others
• 12 weeks paid parental leave and 2 weeks paid partner leave, available after 6 months service, in addition to the government scheme
• Diversity and inclusive leave, offering paid gender affirmation leave and cultural leave options (paid and unpaid) for those who may celebrate Lunar New Year, Diwali, Ramadan, NAIDOC weeks and other significant cultural events
• Career development opportunities to challenge yourself, grow and make a meaningful difference

Diversity & Inclusion 

Our approach is simple – everybody is welcome here.  At UnitingCare, diversity is at the core of our who we are, our mission and our values. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to all employees no matter their sex, race, culture, sexual orientation, disability or gender identity. Demonstrating our commitment to reconciliation and building long-term employment opportunities for First Nations peoples, UnitingCare strongly encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants for this position.

Safe workplace 

We work hard to make our services welcoming and safe for every person. We are united in keeping children, young people and the elderly safe from harm, within our services, workplaces and the communities we support. We are committed to speaking up loudly for their safety.