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Senior Manager, Disaster Readiness and ResponseAdd expected salary to your profile for insightsHealthy North Coast (HNC) is an independent, not-for-profit organisation committed to improving the health of our North Coast communities through quality primary health care. We proudly deliver the Primary Health Network (PHN) Program across the stunning north coast region from Tweed Heads to Port Macquarie across Githabul, Bundjalung, Gumbaynggirr, Dunghutti, Birpai and Yaegl lands. Our goals are to:improve the efficiency and effectiveness of health services for people, particularly those at risk of poor health outcomes, andimprove the coordination of health services and increasing access and quality support for people.Why work for usHNC is a truly great place to work. We know this because our employees tell us.They are proud of making a difference to the health outcomes of our communities while enjoying flexible, hybrid work arrangements, fantastic leave benefits, wellbeing initiatives and attractive employment conditions (including annual salary packaging benefits of $15,900 plus $2,650 for meals and entertainment).HNC is committed to improving and sustaining employment outcomes for people from diverse backgrounds. We recognise the knowledge, insights and capabilities of Aboriginal peoples. Their strength, resilience and cultural competence are highly valued and applicants with this background are strongly supported to apply.We recognise people of Aboriginal descent, who identify as Aboriginal and are accepted as Aboriginal within their local community where they live and work.About the RoleThis role will strengthen Healthy North Coast''s disaster preparedness activity and build the resilience and capability of the primary health care sector to maintain services, be agile and enhance support during and after events.As evidenced recently with the flooding on the Mid North Coast and Ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, the North Coast region of NSW is vulnerable to disasters and considered a high-risk disaster area. In this role you will support HNC to continue to play an important role in providing leadership and strategic action through good preparation to support the health and wellbeing of its communities.The Senior Manager, Disaster Response and Readiness manages the implementation of HNCs disaster preparedness activity to support resilience and readiness for North Coast communities across 12 local government areas from Tweed Heads to Port Macquarie.About youYou will have:leadership and operational experience in the development and delivery of disaster or emergency planning functions, including preparedness, response and recoveryproven ability to build productive networks and alliances at all levels of government, non-government organisations and communities to achieve shared outcomesknowledge of primary healthcare, the Australian health and social services system, the north coast and the state and national policy environment. Or transferable skills from other sectorsproject management experience including leading the development and delivery of strategic and operational implementation activity with internal and external dependencies and riskadvanced written communication and facilitation or training skillsability to work in high pressure environments with authorityrelevant tertiary qualifications and/or equivalent experience, 8+ years in emergency and disaster management or other relevant discipline.How to ApplyPlease forward your resume and cover letter (max 3 page) demonstrating how you meet the key criteria listed above to jobs@hnc.org.au . The position description for this role is available at www.hnc.org.au/careers/. To request assistance with any reasonable adjustments to submit your application, please also reach out viajobs@hnc.org.au .* This position is being re-advertised as a permanent, ongoing opportunity *How do your skills match this job?How do your skills match this job?Sign in and update your profile to get insights.Your application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?Healthy North Coast is an independent, not-for-profit organisation committed to improving the health of our North Coast communities through quality primary health care.We are proud to be delivering the North Coast PHN Program and working collaboratively with our Mid North Coast and Northern NSW Local Health Districts (LHDs).Healthy North Coast is an independent, not-for-profit organisation committed to improving the health of our North Coast communities through quality primary health care.We are proud to be delivering the North Coast PHN Program and working collaboratively with our Mid North Coast and Northern NSW Local Health Districts (LHDs).To help fast track investigation, please include here any other relevant details that prompted you to report this job ad as fraudulent / misleading / discriminatory. #J-18808-Ljbffr