Project Officer (523636)

Under the direction of the Manager Purchasing and Performance, the Project Officer will provide project management support for outreach rural and remote health programs. This work will involve collaboration, problem-solving, analysis of issues, investigation and research, and database management. The occupant is required to:

• Develop, maintain and review databases for statistical and financial information.
• Establish effective stakeholder relationships and communication strategies to ensure a sound level of understanding of the programs and program requirements and information exchange.
• Providing specialist advice to senior managers in relation to the service and business activity of outreach service programs and related projects.
• Prepare program reports, analyses and other information as required.

The Role

1. Provide specialised expertise and project management support to the Manager Purchasing and Performance, working collaboratively with program staff, to identify service priorities and prepare in-depth outreach service plans, proposals, budgets, reports and reviews.
2. Undertake detailed research, evaluation and analysis to facilitate service delivery improvements for outreach service programs and related projects.
3. Work collaboratively with other program staff on routine business processes and maintain quality information and resources needed for outreach administration, ensuring that information management systems are fit-for-purpose and able to provide information and reports as needed.
4. Work collaboratively with other program staff and key stakeholders to identify, collate and promote the use of resources in health literacy.
5. Assist in the development and implementation of communication and stakeholder engagement strategies.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

Details of Appointment

Please note two positions are being advertised:

2x Permanent full time day worker positions, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible.

*notwithstanding hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant

• Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time and part time vacancies.

Salary: $95,393 - $100,067 per annum. Our Employer 11% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022

Eligibility:

Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:

1. Current Driver’s Licence.
2. Degree-level qualifications in a relevant field, or equivalent experience.

The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre‑employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:

1. Conviction checks in the following areas:

1. crimes of violence
2. sex related offences
3. serious drug offences
4. crimes involving dishonesty

1. Identification check
2. Disciplinary action in previous employment check.

How to Apply

Apply Online.  Please click the "Apply" button on this screen.  This ensures important questions about you are answered. 

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.

Please note:

• We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
• All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
• Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.

Statement of Duties

Applicant Guide

For more information

Toby Gibbs

Position: Manager - Purchasing and Performance
Phone: (03) 6166 1***
E-mail: **********@health.tas.gov.au

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