Project Officer- Government Projects

• Fixed Term (Hybrid Work Environment)

We are seeking a Project Officer- Government Projects, to join our Standards Unit on a 24-month fixed term full time contract.

The role of the Project Officer, in conjunction with the Manager is responsible for the efficient and effective delivery of Lung Disease projects and supporting the Special Interest Groups (SIGs) to deliver the projects and other requirements that support contemporary and evidence-based standards and project delivery.

The Project Officer duties will include, but not limited to: 

• Preparing written documents such as agendas, minutes, reports, work-plans and professional documents and communication materials relevant to government projects, SIGs and practice standards.
• Providing secretariat and administrative support to relevant committees, working groups and special interest groups, to support the delivery of government projects with occasional out of normal hours support.
• Contributing to meetings or stakeholder interactions to convey key messages regarding standards, quality and professional programs/projects.
• Acting as point of call for queries from members and external stakeholders for consultations, information requests, advice, concerns or complaints.
• Responding to queries and keeping a record of requests and outcomes; and liaising with, or forwarding queries to College Members or other Units, as required, ensuring follow up and outcomes are recorded.
• Ensuring that professional documents are updated in a timely manner.
• Co-ordinating and actively participating in developing material and content to communicate the activities of the government projects to the College membership and external audiences as needed.
• Foster collaborative working relationships fundamental to the projects objectives and deliverables including internal and external stakeholders, both within the Standards Unit, other business units.

The successful candidate will have:

• Demonstrated ability in managing and delivering multiple projects or coordinating government funded, deadline driven projects.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects in a high activity environment.
• Highly developed verbal communication, negotiation and change management skills to effectively interact with a diverse range of key internal and external stakeholders.
• Understanding of the principles influencing healthcare integration, coordination, and person-centred care (desirable).
• Highly developed writing skills with experience in preparing a range of written materials (reports, standards, policy) for different audiences.
• Appropriate tertiary qualifications in health or related discipline and/or relevant work experience.
• Postgraduate qualifications in health or related discipline (desirable).

The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Radiologists (RANZCR) is a non-profit peak body for advancing patient care in the clinical radiology and radiation oncology fields across Australia, New Zealand and Singapore.

About the Culture 

Our evidence-based culture focuses on best practice outcomes for patients and equity of access to high quality care, underpinned by an attitude of compassion and empathy. The College’s values include acting with integrity, holding ourselves accountable and leading the way with innovative practices.

As an organisation we are committed to diversity and inclusion, and to the training and professional development of our people. 

Some of the benefits we offer for all our team members are:

• Flexibility – we offer a hybrid work arrangement between home and office along with flexible starting and finishing times;
• Development – we have set a standard of constant and ongoing development throughout the organisation;
• Health and Wellness activities – we offer a confidential and free Employee Assistance Program for all employees, along with various social and wellbeing activities throughout the year;
• Rostered Days Off – available throughout the year;
• Additional paid leave days during our end of year shutdown period;
• Paid Parental Leave.

About the College

RANZCR is committed to improving health outcomes for all, by educating and supporting clinical radiologists and radiation oncologists. RANZCR is dedicated to setting standards, professional training, assessment and accreditation, and advocating access to quality care in both professions to create healthier communities. We are a membership organisation led by clinicians who are elected, across Australia, New Zealand and Singapore.

RANZCR creates a positive impact by driving change, focusing on the professional development of its members and advancing best practice health policy and advocacy, to enable better patient outcomes. RANZCR members are critical to health services: radiation oncology is a vital component in the treatment of cancer; clinical radiology is central to the diagnosis and treatment of disease and injury.

For more information about us, our benefits or other roles, take a look at https://www.ranzcr.com/college/about/careers-at-ranzcr.

How to Apply

Please apply submitting your CV and cover letter via our Career Portal. You can get there by clicking apply now and registering your details with us.

We encourage all applicants, including those of Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander and Māori descent to apply. 

This is an excellent opportunity to work with a friendly and accessible team.

Recruitment agencies, we understand your interest, but we plan to fill this position ourselves.