Senior Project Officer Rural Health Workforce Project
Senior Project Officer, Allied Health (Rural Workforce Project)
Additional Benefits:
Competitive remuneration
a monthly ADO (for full-time staff)
a range of flexible working options including hybrid working
comprehensive leave entitlements
Location:
Based at 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards. Rural NSW Health facilities/ locations will be considered.
Applications Close: Thursday, 22 nd October **** at 11:59PM
Are you passionate about improving health outcomes for rural communities and supporting the allied health workforce to thrive in rural practice?
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Allied Health team at the Health Education and Training Institute (HETI) and contribute to a statewide initiative that supports allied health professionals who are new to rural practice.
As a Senior Project Officer, you will lead the development and delivery of innovative education, training and workforce initiative designed to strengthen the rural allied health workforce across NSW.
You will bring your allied health experience working in rural and/or remote health, along with the ability to think strategically, build strong stakeholder relationships and manage complex projects in a dynamic environment. Experience within a NSW Health rural Local Health District and in the design or delivery of education and training programs will be highly regarded.
HETI is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply!
The Health Education and Training Institute (HETI) is a leading provider of high-quality training and education to support more than 140,000 clinical and non-clinical staff, trainers, managers and leaders across the NSW health system.
HETI offers competitive remuneration (base salary plus super and leave loading), a monthly ADO (for full-time staff), a range of flexible working options including hybrid working (all staff are required to attend the office weekly),



as well as comprehensive leave entitlements and discounted access to fitness facilities. Career development is well embedded in our organisation and staff are encouraged to continue their studies and take opportunities for furthering their careers.
Benefits:
Competitive remuneration (base salary plus super and leave loading)
a monthly ADO (for full-time staff)
a range of flexible working options including hybrid working (all staff are required to attend the office weekly)
comprehensive leave entitlements
discounted access to fitness facilities
Professional development is well embedded in our organisation and staff are encouraged to continue their studies and take opportunities for furthering their careers
Where you'll be working
The role is based at 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards. Applicants based in rural NSW Health locations are encouraged to apply and may be considered for appointment from their local location. If the successful applicant is from the Sydney area, then the position will be based in Sydney at 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards in a modern, purpose-built 5 star rated green campus that is well serviced by public transport and access to public parking. This building offers activity-based working conditions with agile and flexible workspaces and the latest in technology, modern end-of-trip facilities, and secure bicycle storage. There is an onsite cafe, and a 100-space childcare centre.
About the Opportunity
The position works across the breadth of 23 Allied Health professions. You will be working within the HETI Allied Health team. The team offers unique programs, resources, education and training designed for these specialised professions to support the delivery of high-quality, interprofessional, safe, patient-centred care.



You will bring your clinical background, understanding of rural healthcare and strong educational expertise, as well as project management, collaboration, influencing and problem-solving skills to achieve project outcomes and contribute to achieving HETI's objectives.
In this role you will:
design, develop and implement HETI educational resources, training, and eLearning for new to rural allied health professionals in consultation with subject matter experts which contributes to optimal levels of learning outcomes and learner engagement
manage collaborative partnerships and effective relationships with key stakeholders across NSW Health including the Ministry of Health, Local Health Districts and Specialty Health Networks, and NSW Health Pillars and Community Organisations to inform state-wide training materials
apply robust project management methodologies to deliver high-quality outcomes. Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation across all phases, including scope, plans, budgets, timelines and milestone tracking to monitor and manage project. Provide regular status reports and ensure objectives are achieved within agreed timeframes and deliverables
exercise appropriate influencing, negotiation and interpersonal skills to achieve positive outcomes for NSW Health.
This 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.
If interview adjustments are required, please contact ****** at the time the interview invitation is issued, or as soon as reasonably possible. Requests for adjustments will be considered in line with NSW Health requirements.
NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.
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