About OPAN

The Older Persons Advocacy Network (OPAN) is the national body of a network comprised of nine state and territory organisations that deliver advocacy, information and education services throughout Australia. OPAN is independent of government and from aged care providers.

About the Role

The Senior Project Officer will be responsible for delivering on the Diversity Educators Project. This project aims to educate aged care providers, across all aged care delivery types, on the delivery of culturally safe and inclusive services to people from diverse and marginalised groups. Additionally, the Senior Project Officer will have oversight of Diversity Educators across Australia, who will deliver education, training and resources to aged care providers.

The Senior Project Officer will also liaise directly with an Advisory Group consisting of peak diversity bodies, researchers, older people and other relevant organisations. They will assist with training of the Diversity Educators, and building of communities of practice, as well as ensuring good data collection for the project evaluation.

Our office is based in Surry Hills. However, it is possible for this role to work remotely.

About You

To be successful you will demonstrate the following selection criteria:

• Experience in advanced PC and document control knowledge.
• Experience in project management and processes.
• Effective time management skills to meet the project/activity’s timelines.

• Prioritisation and project coordination skills.
• Strong writing skills.
• Submission, report and grant writing skills.
• Exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills.

• A minimum of five years’ experience working in NFP, health, aged care or human services sector.
• Tertiary qualifications in project management (desirable)

The successful applicant will hold, or be able to obtain, a current National Criminal Record Check.

What’s on Offer

• A rewarding opportunity that can make a difference to Australia’s older persons
• Ongoing training and learning opportunities

• Generous Salary Packaging Benefits - $15,900 tax free

OPAN also recognises the importance of diversity. We are committed to providing a work environment in which everyone is included, treated fairly and with respect.

OPAN reserves the right to close this role early if a suitable candidate is found. Please monitor your email regarding communication on progress of your application.

A position description is attached.

Visit www.opan.org.au to learn more about OPAN.

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