Job title: Program Officer
Company: Government of Western Australia
Job description: Salary: PSO Level 4 $87,712 – $92,057 p.a.
Location: East Perth
Unit/Division: Medical Workforce Unit
Work Type: Permanent – Full Time
Position No: Pool Ref 00001618
Closing Date: 2024-04-02 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)
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VCID No. 886591
This is a Recruitment Pool for Permanent Full Time appointment.
Position Profile: We are seeking a dynamic and motivated individual to join our Medical Workforce Unit on a permanent full-time basis as Program Officer.
As a Program Officer, you will provide administrative support in the delivery of the state-wide Area of Need program by assisting with development of initiatives, programs and projects related to developing a sustainable medical workforce. You will also undertake research and analysis and preparation of reports, ministerial correspondence and senior management submissions. Other duties include:
- Assess submissions, analyse national and state workforce data and prepare reports for the Minister for Health regarding determinations for unmet areas of need.
- Prepare drafts, briefs, ministerial correspondence, responses and reports as required.
- Participate in team activities including development of medical workforce projects.
- Liaise with other Branches, Divisions and agencies concerning the development of medical workforce needs.
Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.
Employee Benefits: In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):
- 11% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information
. * Access to salary packaging arrangements
- Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
- Flexible working arrangements
- Flexible leave arrangements
Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form.
For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Pat Cambridge on 08 9222 2077.
Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.
WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles.
WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 27/12/2024.
Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online.
Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria 2, 3 & 5 in no more than 2 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.
If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted.
Expected salary: $87712 – 92057 per year
Location: East Perth, WA
Job date: Sun, 17 Mar 2024 05:25:53 GMT
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