ABOUT MHPN

MHPN works to strengthen the existing primary health workforce to improve referral pathways and practitioner expertise through the promotion of interdisciplinary practice and collaborative care.

MHPN engages general practitioners, psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses (both mental health and general), social workers, occupational therapists, counsellors and a range of related health practitioners working in primary care, in public and private settings and in communities across Australia.

MHPN provides a platform to promote interdisciplinary practice, through three interrelated programs:

• National network program
• Online professional development webinar program
• Online professional development podcast program

MHPN is funded by the Federal Department of Health and Aged Care.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This position is part-time (0.6 - 0.8 negotiable) with a hybrid working arrangement (50% of time is to be spent at the MHPN Head Office, Level 6, 257 Collins St, Melbourne). The role manages seven direct reports. 

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

Provide leadership and strategic direction for the networks program, including:

• Identifying opportunities for program growth.
• Developing program evaluations and monitoring.
• Working with the networks team to organise work priorities to deliver to MHPN’s network related targets.
• Workflow management, including caseloads and outcomes.
• Conducting regular and effective coaching sessions, one-on-one and team meetings.
• Prioritising projects and tasks efficiently.
• Developing and maintaining effective working relationships with internal staff to provide input and assistance to help manage relationship with external IT service provider.
• Developing and maintaining external stakeholder strategies to promote the networks program.
• Providing direction on business documentation, working collaboratively with the Communications Team.
• Managing documentation to track, monitor, and report on projects and business as usual activities.

Required Key Skills and Experience

To be successful in this role you will have well-developed interpersonal skills and be able to demonstrate previous experience managing a team. Strong organisational skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team, along with the proven ability to work to project deadlines will be required. Tertiary qualifications in a health, mental health or relevant management discipline essential. See the Position Description for all required key skills and experienced.

THE NEXT STEPS

Further information and details about the National Networks Program Manager role can be found in the attached Position Description.

To submit your application, click "Apply Now".

Enquiries can be made to Deb O'Brien at [email protected] using the subject line: National Networks Program Manager enquiry via EthicalJobs. Alternatively, please call 1800 209 031.

NOTE: Short-listing of candidates will commence prior to the closure date, so please do not delay submitting your application.

Please note all applicants must have full and unrestricted rights to work in Australia.