Project Officer

Child and Adolescent Health Service; Perth; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading paediatric healthcare service in Perth is seeking a Project Coordinator for the FH in Kids Project. The role involves coordinating project functions, managing stakeholder communications, and overseeing budget reports. Candidates should have strong project management experience and excellent documentation skills. This position is part-time and fixed term until January 2027.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in project management.
• Ability to coordinate and liaise with multiple stakeholders.
• Strong documentation and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate project functions including facilitation and communication.
• Produce outcome reports and manage budgets.
• Provide executive support to governing committees.

Job description

Overview

CRVCID 703586. This is a Fixed Term Part Time appointment for 30.40 hours until 30 January 2027.

Position Profile

The FH in Kids Project is a key pillar in the strategy to improve the wellbeing of children and families with FH in Western Australia. This position works collaboratively with the Consultant – General Paediatrics, CAHS staff, health professionals, relevant stakeholders and consumers to plan, implement and evaluate FH service development initiatives. The role is responsible for coordination of all project functions including facilitation, liaison and communication with and between stakeholders, outcomes report production, budget management, governance oversight, managing risk, and provision of executive support to Committees governing the project. The successful applicant will maintain sound project documentation and records, including developing required information systems to support project objectives.

About CAHS

The Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) is the leading paediatric healthcare service in Western Australia, with four service areas: Neonatology, Community Health, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS), and Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH). CAHS employs over 6,500 staff and delivers services at PCH, King Edward Memorial Hospital (KEMH) and across more than 160 community clinics in the metropolitan area.

For further information about the benefits of working for CAHS and our services, please click here.

Selection Criteria

Please see the attached Job Description Form (JDF) available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au.

For Further Job Related Information

We encourage you to contact Jemma Weidinger on 0436 59 5847.

Equal Opportunity and Diversity

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. We are committed to growing our Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health Aboriginal Workforce Policy. Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

Other Conditions

WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. Policies require applicants to undertake a criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. You may also be required to undertake a working with children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. Referees may be asked to comment on integrity and past ethical behaviour. Adverse information will be considered as part of the appointment process.

For assistance including any adjustment needed to accommodate a disability and confidential enquiries, please contact the Strategic Talent Acquisition Recruitment Team (START) via [e-mail].

Selection process may be used to fill other similar vacancies across the health service. If the successful applicant declines or vacates, the next most suitable applicant may be selected. This process remains valid for twelve (12) months from the endorsement of the recruitment decision. If you experience difficulties applying online, contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 during business hours.

Application Instructions

Applicants are requested to apply online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au. A current, valid email address is required for communication.

Requirements

Your ability to meet the work-related requirements will be assessed throughout the recruitment process. For your written application please provide the following:

• a statement addressing the selection criteria as outlined in the attached JDF
• a covering letter outlining your suitability for this position
• a current resume summarising your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements
• the name, email and contact details of two referees who can provide an employment reference, one of whom should be a current or recent line manager

These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach documentation.

CAHS values

To achieve our vision of “healthy kids, healthy communities”, CAHS is committed to a workplace culture driven by our values of Compassion, Collaboration, Equity, Respect, Excellence and Accountability. During the selection process you may be assessed on your ability to fulfil these responsibilities in accordance with the values. If you have questions, please contact the person named in this advert.