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We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive culture for all our staff, health providers, partners, and community members. The contribution and participation of people with diverse bodies, identities and experiences is crucial to the work we do and allows us to shape a health system that is fit for the future.
WA Primary Health Alliance acknowledges, and pays respect to, the Traditional Owners and Elders of this country. We recognise their diversity and the significant importance of their cultural heritage, values, beliefs, and self-determination in contributing to the positive health and wellbeing of the whole community. We also acknowledge and welcome all members of the lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans/transgender, intersex, queer, asexual, aromantic and other rainbow (LGBTIQA+) communities and celebrate the extraordinary diversity of people's bodies, identities, relationships, and experiences.
We encourage applications from every background and ability, including but not limited to, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+ people, people from multicultural backgrounds and people with disability.
WA Primary Health Alliance is a not-for-profit organisation dedicated to enhancing healthcare services in Western Australia. Due to the nature of our funding and prescribed activities, we often operate in a dynamic and changeable environment. Adaptability and flexibility are therefore necessary to respond appropriately to changes as they occur. Our organization oversees the strategic commissioning functions of the Perth North, Perth South, and Country WA Primary Health Networks (PHNs), and collaborates with medical professionals, allied health experts, Area Health Services, and service providers to enhance the coordination of care for those at risk of poor health outcomes.
The role
This role is responsible for strategic advice and direction for the workforce related Budget measures from the Strengthening Medicare reform. The position will work with internal and external stakeholders to provide high quality strategic and policy advice on the complex topic of health system reform. Working towards strategy alignment of innovative and sustainable primary health care workforce models for Western Australia. The role plays a crucial part in shaping, designing, and implementing workforce initiatives, aligning with WAPHA's strategic goals, advocating for primary care, and designing innovative and sustainable workforce models for specific areas and populations. Collaboration with various stakeholders and a focus on multidisciplinary teams are key aspects of this responsibility. The Australian healthcare system faces multiple challenges, including rising healthcare costs, inadequate access to healthcare services in certain areas, growing healthcare disparities, and the need for government support to meet the evolving healthcare needs of the population.
This role will be offered a Maximum Term contract until 31st December 2025 on a full-time basis and offers the flexibility to work from home and office.
Key tasks and responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Primary Care Strategic Workforce Advice:
- Initiate opportunities to improve understanding of Commonwealth guidance and strategic imperatives.
- Support the development of practical solutions for commissioning, primary care development, and health system integration.
- Monitor and coordinate workforce needs and shortages across the WA health ecosystem.
- Provide advice on state, national, and international workforce trends.
- Analyse and prepare briefings, reports, and policy papers to guide decision-making.
- Support the development of innovative, best practice primary healthcare service delivery models.
2. Stakeholder Engagement:
- Collaborate across the organisation with integrity, professionalism, and commitment to WAPHA's vision.
- Develop and maintain internal and external stakeholder relationships.
- Interact with stakeholders to influence workforce policy, programs, and activities.
- Work across WAPHA Portfolios to plan, innovate, and design sustainable primary health care workforce models.
About you
To be considered for this role, candidates must meet the following selection criteria:
- Tertiary qualification or demonstrated experience in a health-related field.
- Expertise in Australian health policy, with a focus on primary health care.
- Experience in critical analysis, synthesis of complex material, and high-quality writing.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including engagement with diverse groups.
- Ability to translate policy into effective commissioning approaches in primary health care services (Preferred)
Our Benefits
- Hybrid Working Arrangement that combines remote work (3-4 days per week) with office presence in our modern Subiaco office (1-2 days per week).
- Commitment to Employee Development
- Salary Packaging - WAPHA's arrangement allows for a maximum of $15,900 for general living expenses and $2,650 for entertainment benefits per fringe benefit tax year.
- Competitive salary
- Professional development allowance ($1k per year)
- 20 days paid annual leave & 10 days of paid personal leave accrued per annum.
- Employee Assistance Program
- Paid parental leave.
- Gifted paid day off during Christmas.
- Annual $200 health and wellbeing reimbursement scheme
- All employees have access to LinkedIn learning.
- Study leave options available.
- Option to purchase additional leave.
- 13 weeks long service leave after 10 years of continuous services (accessible on a pro-rata basis after 7 years)
To Apply
Please submit your application by clicking the 'Apply' button.
Your application should include your CV along with a cover letter. The cover letter should outline your interest in working for WAPHA and address the selection criteria as outlined in the job advertisement demonstrating your skills and experience relevant to the requirements of this role.
Applications close Monday 12th February 2024.
WAPHA reserves the right to commence shortlisting prior to the advertised close date.
For further information please email . Please note that applications must be submitted via the link provided - applications received by email will not be accepted.
