• Apply your health research and program evaluation skills to have a meaningful impact on public health and healthcare delivery
• Full-time permanent
• Salary ($80k-$85k) + super + not-for-profit salary packaging
• Location: Hobart CBD

About the opportunity

Due to an internal promotion, we are excited to be looking for our new Health Research and Evaluation Officer. This is a rare opportunity to join our newly restructured Health Strategy and Performance team, make a real difference in public health and shape the future of healthcare delivery.

In your work, you will have the chance to influence important decisions and drive continuous improvement. Plus, you will be part of a supportive and professional team focused on strategic health planning and program management, which offers great opportunities for personal growth and contributing to large-scale health projects.

What you would be doing

This role will provide expert research and evaluation services to monitor and assess our activities, prepare strategic reports and ensure all work meets high standards to support informed decision-making and effective health care planning.

Your day-to-day tasks will include:

• Project and Administrative Support: Provide support for research and evaluation projects, making sure there is compliance with contractual and organisational standards
• Quantitative Data Management: Collect, manage, analyse, and synthesise quantitative data on health performance and status indicators to produce high-quality reports
• Qualitative Data Collection: Conduct in-depth interviews, facilitate focus groups, and manage qualitative data according to established protocols
• Stakeholder Liaison: Work with management and external stakeholders to conduct surveys, specifying data collection and analysis methodologies
• Literature Reviews and Documentation: Perform literature reviews, prepare written materials, and contribute to health research ethics applications

Here's what you’ll look like

While having a relevant qualification and experience in public health, health research, epidemiology or similar would be an advantage, these skills will give you a great head start:

• Evaluation design and ability to use mixed methods, qualitative and quantitative research methodologies to evaluate program performance and outcomes within a complex health context
• Well developed analytical and research skills including a demonstrated ability to undertake health programs research and evaluation activities
• Proficiency in using relevant research tools and software to manage and analyse data including the Microsoft Office suite and related level database skills.

Benefits of working with us…

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 – Use your pre-tax salary for everyday living expenses – you pay less tax and have more money to spend.
• Up to $2,650 of pre-tax income can be used to pay for entertainment expenses (meals, holiday accommodation etc.)
• Hybrid working option – blend of working from the office and home (after completion of 6 months)
• Generous leave and family care benefits, such as; additional 5 days of paid Carer’s Leave per year, paid Parental Leave, 3 days of paid leave between Christmas and New Year
• Discounted private health insurance
• Friendly and inclusive workplace culture which embraces the diversity of its people

Here’s some information about us…

We are a not-for-profit organisation funded by the Australian Government to connect care and keep Tasmanians well and out of hospital. We are one of 31 Primary Health Networks (PHNs) in Australia and operate statewide with offices in Hobart, Launceston and Ulverstone.

Our people and our values are an important part of what makes Primary Health Tasmania a great place to work. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values – Teamwork, Respect, Accountability and Courage.

How to apply

If you are eager to make your mark in this unique position and join a dedicated team who make a meaningful difference every day, please get in touch by clicking Apply Now.

Be sure to make your application stand out by providing a current resume and a cover letter describing your motivation for applying, and how your special skills, experience and values align with the requirements of the role as outlined in the attached Position Description.

Feel free to reach out and learn more about this opportunity by calling Chris Bishop, Manager – Health Strategy and Performance on 03 6213 8224.

**Please note: We may commence interviews prior to the closing date and close the vacancy early if the right candidate is found, so, please apply as soon as possible.     

Diversity Statement

We welcome and encourage applications from people across our diverse community, especially from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. We recognise the richness that diversity brings to our workplace and believe everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, valued and heard regardless of their ages, nationalities, abilities, religions, genders, sexualities and cultural identities.

Primary Health Network Program – an Australian Government initiative.

A position description is attached.