Join ANMF (South Australian Branch) as a Professional Liaison Officer and help empower nurses and midwives through advocacy, organising and support.

The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (South Australian Branch) (ANMF (SA Branch)) has an exciting career opportunity to join our team and work as a Professional Liaison Officer.

About the Role:

As a Professional Liaison Officer, you will be at the forefront of organising efforts, growing membership, strengthening workplace networks and empowering members to turn workplace issues into collective action.

This role is key to developing, supporting and empowering our Worksite Representatives, while providing workplace-level support and representation to members on professional practice and employment matters. You will be responsible for developing, implementing and evaluating strategies that strengthen member engagement, grow membership, and support member retention, helping to build a strong and active membership base across our workplaces.

As a key representative of the ANMF (South Australian Branch), the Professional Liaison Officer will play an important role in strengthening the organisation's presence and visibility across worksites within their portfolio. This will involve undertaking regular scheduled site visits, fostering strong workplace relationships, and supporting member engagement. The position requires travel throughout metropolitan South Australia and occasional travel to regional locations.

About You:

To be considered for the position you will need to meet the following criteria:

- Solid experience as a Registered Nurse, Enrolled Nurse or Midwife

- Knowledge of current issues relevant to Nursing & Midwifery

- Knowledge of, and commitment to Nursing, Midwifery and the principles of Trade Unionism

- Skills in advocacy, negotiation, problem solving, undertaking case work or projects relevant to this role
- A capacity to provide advice and undertake activities in relation to Nursing, Midwifery and Care practice and policy

- Ability to recruit and retain members

- Knowledge of, and/or experience in providing representation and advice

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to manage administrative tasks and use Microsoft Office applications effectively
- An ability to work both independently and as part of a team





- Well-developed planning skills and demonstrated ability to develop, implement and evaluate objectives and targets

- Strong attention to detail, an outstanding work ethic, a hands-on positive attitude and "can do" approach

- Hold a current driver’s license. There is a requirement to regularly travel within metropolitan South Australia, and occasionally to regional South Australia.

- Hold or be willing to obtain a current Department of Human Services (DHS) Working with Children Check (WWCC)

About us:

The Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (SA Branch) is the principal professional and industrial organisation representing more than 26,000 nurses, midwives and personal care workers across South Australia. ANMF (SA Branch) has been both a progressive industry body and the leading voice for the nursing and midwifery workforce for more than a century, working together to negotiate positive outcomes at a local, state and federal level.

Our Australian Nursing and Midwifery Education Centre (ANMEC), an award-winning Registered Training Organisation (RTO) delivering high-quality training with strong student support and adaptable learning.

We also operate Union Legal SA, offering legal services providing legal services to both members and non-members, and we support the Rosemary Bryant Foundation, funding Nursing and Midwifery research.

Our Culture and Why You’ll Love Working with Us:

At the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation (SA Branch), we are dedicated to supporting our members and the broader healthcare workforce. You will play an active role in strengthening a positive, engaged, and dynamic workforce that is focused on making a meaningful difference for our members.

We foster a professional, collaborative and supportive environment where every team member is valued. You will have the chance to contribute your skills, work alongside dedicated colleagues and make a meaningful impact every day.

Why Join Us?





- Paid Professional Development Allowance – Invest in your growth and development

- Additional Personal Leave days each year - Because your wellbeing matters

- Paid Office Shutdown between Christmas and New Years – Enjoy extra time off without dipping into your Annual Leave

- 17.5% Leave Loading (capped) – Extra financial support when you take annual leave

- Flexible working arrangements – Balance work and life with ease

- Active Employee Assistance program (EAP) – Access professional support when you need it

- Free onsite parking – Hassle free access to work

- Paid Parental Leave - Support when it matters most, with paid time off to care for your growing family.

- Extra superannuation benefits (after 6 months) - Boost your future with increased employer superannuation contributions

- Programmed Day Off (PDO) – Accrue one Programmed Day Off (PDO) every 4-week cycle (in line with the EA for full-time employees working additional hours for the accrual benefit)

The Professional Liaison Officer position is offered as a permanent full-time position, classified in the RN2 range in accordance with the ANMF (South Australian Branch) Employees Agreement.

Further information and a position description are available at www.anmfsa.org.au. For questions or enquiries about this role please email the HR team at [email protected].

Previous applicants need not apply.

How to Apply:

If this sounds like the role for you then we would love to hear from you!

Please submit your updated Resume along with a cover letter that highlights your skills and explains why you would be an ideal candidate for the role. Applications, including your cover letter and resume, should be addressed to Jess Mader, Human Resources Advisor, and can be lodged via the SEEK application Link.

Applications close: Monday, 9 November 2026

ANMFSA is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that is committed to providing a working environment that embraces diversity and inclusion. We are committed to building a workforce that is inclusive of and reflects the communities in which we live and work. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders and members of culturally and linguistically diverse communities are encouraged to apply.

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