The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) works in partnership with 15 National Boards to implement the National Registration and Accreditation Scheme (NRAS) for health professionals. We support safe, professional practice and behaviour by Australia’s 800,000+ registered health practitioners.  

About the role  

The Ahpra Regulatory Experience and Engagement Team (REET) develops strategies and implements initiatives that improve the experience, trust and confidence of people connecting with Ahpra and National Boards. We are committed  to the work in Identifying and minimising distress for practitioners involved in a regulatory process with recommendations to be implemented progressively over 2023–25. 

This role has two key and distinct parts to it. Firstly, it involves coordinating all aspects of the research project on the Expert Advisory Group (EAG) recommendation which aims to understand and improve the regulatory experience of regional, remote and overseas-trained practitioners.  

The second part of the role involves leading a program of engagement to support and coordinate addressing the myths and misinformation prevalent in the practitioner community regarding regulation. This will include working with external stakeholders and delivering a second set of symposia in February 2025 (x3 events) to build on and solidify the outcomes of the first three symposia that were held in February 2024.

This is a full time, 12 month fixed term contract. 

You can read more in the attached role description.

About you

With your strong skills in relationship management, you will work with senior internal and external stakeholders to convert ‘one-off’ engagement activities into ongoing and multi-faceted external engagement strategy. 

Your previous experience is working within a research environment, including writing or managing ethics applications and/or conducting qualitative research. You are able to coordinate multiple projects with confidence and embody our values of Respect, Integrity, Collaboration and Achievement which in turn builds on the trust and credibility you will develop with key stakeholders. 

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
• Occasional travel interstate.
• Discounts on Private Health Insurance and selected gym memberships.
• 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: Projects Officer - Regulatory Experience Engagement - Flexible Location enquiry via EthicalJobs. Offers of employment are subject to successful background (pre-employment screening) and Criminal History checks. 
• A position description is attached.

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.  

With respect, no agencies please.