I work for NSW Hiring for Program Officer at Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Full Time

• Employment type: full-time, temporary till 9 November 23 and until 29 December 23 with a possibility of extension
• 35 hour working week, in a hybrid working environment
• Conveniently located in Gladesville, close to public transport

About This Role

Program Officer, Regulation provides high level administrative services, including the case management of complaints to enable the Councils to meet their statutory requirements regarding the regulation of health practitioners in NSW.

Crown Clerk 5/6, salary from $89,707 – $98,982 plus Super and annual leave loading

For more information, read the full Role Description .

What You’ll Be Doing

Roles will be allocated responsibility in one or more areas, such as:

• processing of complaints received by the Councils in relation to potential misconduct
• managing health practitioners whose health is impaired
• managing health practitioners whose professional performance is unsatisfactory

About You

We are seeking motivated and committed individuals with:

• Demonstrated experience in providing high quality administrative support to committees and delegates, preferably within a regulatory environment.
• Well-developed organisational skills and proven ability to manage high volume workloads, to work autonomously and be proactive
• High level of understanding of confidentiality and privacy requirements; ability to be sensitive and discreet in a range of situations
• Experience in the review / development of operational policies and procedures

How To Apply

All applicants must review the role description and apply by submitting an up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and responses to 2 targeted questions

• What will you bring to the role that is going to make you successful? (No more than about half a page in total).
• Why do you think it is important to regulate registered practitioners in NSW? (No more than about half a page in total).

For role related queries or questions contact Sharlene Wiebenga and quote REQ412076

Closing Date: 13 July 2023

Working at Health Professional Councils Authority

The Health Professional Councils Authority (HPCA) is an executive agency of the NSW Ministry of Health. We play an important role in protecting the health and safety of the public by supporting the 15 NSW Health Professional Councils in managing complaints about NSW health practitioners.

These positions are located in Medical Council in Gladesville, in a heritage listed building surrounded by a beautiful park close to public transport with a free onsite parking.

Benefits

• Hybrid working arrangements
• flex leave on top of annual leave
• great learning and development opportunities including LinkedIn learning
• employee support services
• fitness passport

Our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At the HPCA we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply please visit The Stepping Up Initiative .

To be eligible for employment in these roles you must be an Australian citizen, or a permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.

Additional Information

• This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
• This is a temporary role and there may be opportunities for ongoing employment at grade
• For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal
• Please note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role

Considering the significant risks posed by COVID-19, the Ministry of Health expects all workers to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, and you will be required to show proof of your COVID-19 vaccination status prior to securing this role.

Applications Close: 23:59pm on 13 July 2023

Agency: Health