The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) works in partnership with 15 National Boards to implement the national regulatory scheme for health professionals. The purpose of health practitioner regulation is to protect the public by ensuring that Australia’s registered health practitioners are suitably trained, qualified, and safe to practise.   

About the role   

The Ahpra Communications and Media team provides strategic and material support to Ahpra and the National Boards for internal and external stakeholder engagement. This includes managing Ahpra’s internal and external channels, such as: websites, the intranet, publications, media, social media, and videos.  

Reporting to the Senior Project Manager – Website, this role will take the lead on the initial stages of a new Consultation and Engagement Hub platform at Ahpra, to improve how Ahpra and the National Boards engage with the community and health professions. In the Project Officer, Communications and Media role, you will initially focus on scoping, investigating, and researching to determine the platform’s technical requirements. 

This is a full time, 6 month fixed term contract, with the possibility of extension. 

You can read more in the attached role description:   Project Officer, Communications & Media (CL5)

About you 

You are a results’ driven project professional with a proven ability to deliver complex digital initiatives that enhance engagement and communication. Adept at managing projects through structured methodologies, you ensure alignment with organisational objectives while setting up for successful implementation. 

Your strengths include coordinating all aspects of platform delivery, from scoping requirements and forecasting budgets to establishing KPIs and driving continuous improvement. You bring a strategic approach to stakeholder engagement, fostering collaboration and maintaining clear communication to manage expectations and achieve project milestones. Your dedication to fostering a safe, respectful, and productive workplace further underscores your professional integrity and alignment with Ahpra values. 

Ahpra requires all employees to comply with Ahpra policies, including our Flexible working policy.   

What we offer:   

• A supportive and flexible working culture that supports you in achieving a balance between work and personal commitments. 
• Hybrid work environment - blend of office and work from home means the best of both worlds 
• Central office locations with modern, open-plan workspaces. 
• Attractive salary of $99,550 per annum plus superannuation.   

To apply:   

• Click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application. 
• Your application must include a current resume and cover letter addressing the 'Experience" section of the Role Description (2 page maximum) 
• Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process. 
• For any queries or a confidential discussion regarding this position, please email [email protected] using the subject line: Project Officer - Communications and Media - Flexible Location enquiry via EthicalJobs. Offers of employment are subject to successful background (pre-employment screening) and Criminal History checks.  
• Applications must be submitted by 11.30pm AEDT on the closing date.  

Ahpra acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and the continuing connection to lands, waters, and communities. We pay our respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and Elders past and present. 

Ahpra is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage people of all abilities to apply, particularly people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander heritage, and those who may experience diversity or disability related barriers in securing employment.  If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application.   

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