About the role

As our Policy Manager, you will be the driving force behind Capital Health Network’s (CHN) external health policy responses, ensuring that our organisation is at the forefront of addressing crucial public health challenges in the ACT. You will apply strong research and problem-solving acumen to establish comprehensive policy position and craft impactful submissions to shape the primary health care landscape and improve health outcomes for all Canberrans.

We are seeking a dedicated policy professional who will be responsible for identifying CHN’s areas of impact and translate our funding opportunities into new actionable programs, through a range of activities including undertaking research, building and analysing data, as well as collaborating closely with our sector and industry connections to support CHN’s work in key policy areas.

About the team

The Policy Manager operates within the Policy and Planning Team, which provides data sources that underpins CHN activities and decision making. The team serves as a reference point for all CHN’s Business Units and is responsible for contributing to our local needs assessment that informs our services and program implementation.

See yourself in our team

If you are someone who has a knack for policies and passion for community health and wellbeing, this role is tailor-made for you. Join our team in this exciting position where you will effectively use your research skills as a bridge between policies and population. You will thrive in understanding the intricacies of how new and changing health policies can directly translate into improved care, health and wellbeing of the ACT community.

Work location

This position is based in our Deakin office. We support flexibility and a hybrid work model at CHN and are happy to work with the successful candidate to ensure balance between work and life.

Working at CHN

At CHN you will have an opportunity to work with professional subject matter experts and experienced leaders who encourage and support you to develop your interests, expertise and achieve your ambitions.

Some of the reasons CHN employees love working here include:

• Flexible working arrangements to promote sustainable teams and work life balance
• A career pathway with learning programs and a professional development fund
• Exciting, diverse and fulfilling work at the heart of Canberra’s primary health care system
• Corporate office in Deakin
• Collaborative workplace culture and supportive team environment
• An opportunity to work with key health professionals and stakeholders across the health sector
• A diverse and inclusive workplace built on values and wellbeing
• Attractive remuneration package, including the option to salary package up to $15,900 of your pre-tax income per FBT year
• Close proximity to some of the best coffee shops in Canberra and free public parking.

Learn more about Capital Health Network from our website: Capital Health Network | Home (chnact.org.au)

Salary: $107,179 plus superannuation.

How to Apply

Position documentation can be found here.

Please apply using the ‘Apply Now’ button. Your application MUST include a cover letter addressing how your skills, experience and expertise will meet the functional competencies (max. 3 pages), salary expectations, and your CV (max. 3 pages). Please do not send your applications to the recruitment email address.

Please note: Applicants are required to have full Australian work rights at the time of application and include details of any visa limitations and end dates in the application cover letter.

For further enquiries: Please contact Chris Wood, General Manager Policy and Planning via: [email protected] using the subject line: Policy Manager enquiry via EthicalJobs.

CHN, ACT’s PHN welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. Capital Health Network will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with cultural requirements and/or individuals with a disability throughout the recruitment process.

If you identify as a person who may require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via [email protected] or 02 6287 8023 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.