Project Officer Paediatric Network

Project Officer, Paediatric Network
Agency for Clinical Innovation

• Join an organisation passionate about delivering improved health care.
• Work collaboratively with the Paediatric Network Manager to establish and implement innovative programs, frameworks and models of care.
• Flexible Working Organisation based in state of the art, agile offices in St Leonards.

We are looking for

• Ability to participate in specialist teams to develop and implement specific projects and initiatives that improve the provision of health service delivery with LHD/SHNs and hospitals.
• Participate in the review of health service delivery reform initiatives, working with LHDs to formulate specific strategies to achieve improvements in the provision of chronic care services.
• Obtain engagement and agreement from key stakeholders to maximise acceptance of new initiatives by persuading others to adopt procedures and strategies where there are conflicting interests.

About us
The Agency for Clinical Innovation (ACI) leads innovation in clinical care across NSW. We do this by bringing clinicians, patients and healthcare managers together to design and implement new ways to deliver healthcare.
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What you will be doing
The Project Officer will develop, implement, promote and monitor strategic change management programs and initiatives that will improve the level and quality of paediatric service delivery in LHDS/SHNs across NSW. This also includes projects that support better integration between general practice and public health services to deliver more coordinated care for people with chronic conditions. This role will also provide high level policy advice and executive support functions to senior committees and taskforces. In 2022 and 2023, the role will be involved with the implementation of the ACI deliverables for the Henry Review.
The role will work collaboratively with ACI Networks, LHD/SHN managers and clinicians and other key stakeholders to facilitate the contribution of key internal and external stakeholders in the innovation of new programs, frameworks and models of care across the state.
A copy of the position description can be accessed online.
Employment details
Employment Type: Full Time - Temporary for a period up to 12 months. 13 December 2023
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 3
Remuneration: $122,850.00 - $139,559.00 per annum, excluding Superannuation
Hours Per Week: 40 (38 standard + 2hrs toward ADO)
Requisition ID: REQ459019
How to apply
Your application should include:

• a cover letter detailing your interest and how your skills and experience are relevant to this role, maximum of 3 pages
• an up-to-date resume of no more than five (5) pages which clearly details your skills and experience as relevant to this role.
• address Selection Criteria / Question below in your application.

Application must be lodged electronically. Please go to / and search Job Reference Number REQ459019 to submit your application.
Selection Criteria / Questions * Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline and/or demonstrated relevant industry experience.

• Demonstrated ability to provide expert advice which is strategic and adds value to a project at a state wide level.
• Demonstrated experience in project management and the implementation of local/regional projects, frameworks and/or initiatives with state wide application.
• Sound knowledge of the health system in NSW and the national context and broad knowledge and understanding of policy issues related to paediatric and acute care.

The ACI values diversity and is committed to building an inclusive workplace culture that reflects the community we serve. We encourage applications from diverse community groups including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQ+, those with special needs and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.
If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person and would like some more information about applying for a role within the ACI, please contact one of our Aboriginal Workforce Consultants on 1800 004 546 or by email
If you are a person with disability and require information or specific arrangements to participate in the recruitment process, please contact .
This position is a temporary position and requires full working rights in Australia (e.g. Australian citizenship/ permanent resident). If you currently hold a temporary visa that allows you to live and work in Australia, you may be eligible for employment opportunities in line with the conditions of your visa.
COVID-19 Vaccination Compliancy
All NSW Health workers are required to have completed a primary course of a COVID-19 vaccine which has been approved or recognised by the Therapeutics Goods Administration (TGA). Additionally, Category A workers are required to receive a booster dose three months after completing the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations. New applicants must have completed the vaccination course prior to commencement with NSW Health, or provide an approved medical contraindication certificate ( ) certifying the worker cannot have any approved COVID-19 vaccines available in NSW.
Acceptable proof of vaccination is the Australian Immunisation Register (AIR) Immunisation History Statement or AIR COVID-19 Digital Certificate. Booster doses are highly recommended for all health care workers who have completed the primary course of COVID-19 vaccinations.
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This recruitment is managed by our internal teams at the ACI. ACI is unable to accept agency applications nor engage with recruitment agencies at this point in time. We thank you in advance for respecting our process.
Closing date: Sunday 28 January 2024
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