CRVCID. 756037 This is a Fixed Term Full Time appointment until 30/06/2027, at 76 hours per fortnight, with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

Position Profile

The Program Director strategically directs and leads Rare Care, an outpatient state-wide service supporting children and their families with rare and undiagnosed disease within the Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS). The successful applicant will be responsible for the management and alignment of Rare Care within CAHS to connect talent, systems, information and initiatives to consistently support and deliver on health service planning priorities at a strategic and operational level. The Program Director also leads and directs the development, implementation and evaluation of the Rare Care program of works in accordance with state, national and international priorities.

Requirements

- A statement addressing the following selection criteria ONLY in no more than 3 pages;
- Shape and Manage Strategy - Able to develop and maintain a strategic and portfolio view over the set of programs and communicate a vision and strategy for the delivery of program outcomes. Able to manage the delivery of projects within the strategic framework.
- Productive Relationships - Able to build and sustain productive relationships with colleagues, customers, contractors, other team members and stakeholders.
- Communication and Influence - Able to communicate and influence effectively.
- Achievement of Results - Able to implement program and project management strategies, frameworks,



systems and defined methodologies to ensure successful delivery of a series of large, complex and interrelated projects spanning a large enterprise. Able to deliver intended results through driving a culture of quality and achievement in project management throughout the

- A statement addressing the following suitability criteria ;

- Experience working in rare and undiagnosed disease
- Experience in leading clinical teams in health services
- Exposure to working collaboratively with organisations and agencies external to WA Health

- A current resume which summarises your experience and how you meet the position requirements.
- The name, email and contact details of two referees who can be contacted to provide an employment reference (we will contact you and seek your confirmation prior to contacting your listed referees).

Suitability Criteria

Suitability recognises that there is a range of factors - along with having the skills, knowledge and abilities - that constitute merit. These factors included a person's eligibility, ability to demonstrate the right behaviours, ethical alignment and cultural fit. In addition to the Essential Criteria and Desirable Criteria outlined in the attached Job Description Form,



these requirements will also be considered to determine your suitability for the role.

Selection Criteria

Please see the attached Job Description Form.

For Further Job Related Information

We encourage you to contact Sue Baker on 0420 314 562.

Help in submitting your application

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Eligibility to Apply

To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have valid Australian work rights. This includes visa holders. Permanent appointments may be made to individuals who hold citizenship, permanent residency, or visas that enable ongoing employment in Australia.

Sponsorship is not currently available for this position.

Other Conditions

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process.

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and robust

📌 Program Director (Australia)
🏢 Child and Adolescent Health Service
📍 Australia