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$80k - $85k + super + NFP salary packaging Help shape the future of health services in Tasmania | Plan and design innovative healthcare solutions to meet local needs Salary ($80-$85k) + super + not-for-profit salary packaging Choice of work location: Hobart, Launceston or Ulverstone About the opportunity At Primary Health Tasmania a core focus of our work is planning, developing and commissioning services that address the health needs of Tasmanians. This process involves assessing community health needs and designing effective solutions to meet them. Due to the growing scope of our work, we are seeking additional staff to join our team! As we are continuing to grow our team, we are looking for a Health Service Planning Coordinator (Primary Health Consultant Health Service Planner) to lead planning and designing those solutions. Youll work closely with a range of stakeholders and experts to find the best ways to make it happen. What makes this role truly unique is the variety of work you will do from researching evidence, service design, recommending service models, right through to preparing procurement documents and assessing market capacity. A real plus is youll be rewarded knowing you are shaping health services that make a real difference in peoples lives. What you would be doing Research evidence to guide service planning Assess market capacity by engaging with service providers Recommend and develop evidence-based, consumer-centred service models Prepare procurement documents, including selection criteria and evaluation plans Support continuous improvement of services by analysing service data, reviewing the services, and improving team processes, templates and tools Your work focus areas will be Aboriginal health, aged care, mental health, chronic conditions, alcohol and other drugs, and more Heres what youll look like Relevant Qualifications: Qualifications or experience in public health, clinical, or social services with strong health literacy and awareness of clinical processes. Data-Driven Decision Making: Practiced research skills with the ability to use data and evidence to inform service recommendations. Communication & Stakeholder Engagement: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with track record of collaborating with diverse stakeholders. Continuous Quality Improvement: A keen eye for identifying opportunities for improvement and finding innovative solutions for better outcomes. Don''t worry if you havent had experience in this exact role, as we will provide the training and support to enable you to succeed. If you have transferable skills, we encourage you to apply. Valuable experience could include working in health or health management, skills in project and relationship management, or the ability to develop effective service solutions in a health setting. Benefits of working with us Salary packaging up to $15,900 Use your pre-tax salary for everyday living expenses you pay less tax and have more money to spend. Up to $2,650 of pre-tax income can be used to pay for entertainment expenses (meals, holiday accommodation etc.). Hybrid working option blend of working from the office and home (after completion of 6 months) Generous leave and family care benefits, such as; additional 5 days of paid Carers Leave per year, paid Parental Leave, 3 days of paid leave between Christmas and New Year Fitness Passport program join up for unlimited access to 30+ gyms and pools Discounted private health insurance Friendly and inclusive workplace culture which embraces the diversity of its people Heres some information about us We are a not-for-profit organisation funded by the Australian Government to connect care and keep Tasmanians well and out of hospital. We are one of 31 Primary Health Networks (PHNs) in Australia and operate statewide with offices in Hobart, Launceston and Ulverstone. Our people and our values are an important part of what makes Primary Health Tasmania a great place to work. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values Teamwork, Respect, Accountability and Courage. How to apply If you are excited to make your mark in this unique position and join a dedicated team who make a meaningful difference every day, please get in touch. To ensure your application stands out please submit a current resume and a cover letter describing your motivation for applying, and how your unique skills, experience and values align with the requirements of the role as outlined in the Position Description found on our website: www.primaryhealthtas.com.au/careers. We really encourage you to reach out and learn more about this opportunity by calling Evelien Post, Manager Service Design on 03 6213 8254. The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including reference checks, Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check or other screening as necessary depending on the role. Please note: We may commence interviews prior to this date and close the vacancy early if the right candidates are found, so, please apply as soon as possible. Diversity Statement We welcome and encourage applications from people across our diverse community, especially from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. We recognise the richness that diversity brings to our workplace and believe everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, valued and heard regardless of their ages, nationalities, abilities, religions, genders, sexualities and cultural identities. Primary Health Network Program an Australian Government initiative #J-18808-Ljbffr