Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of those living in rural and remote areas of Western Queensland? We are looking for a Program Officer to support the workforce needs and training requirements of General Practice and GP Registrars in the Western Queensland PHN (WQPHN) region as part of the delivery of the GP Workforce Planning & Prioritisation (GP WPP) Program. If you or someone you know is up for the challenge, keep reading!
The Role
The role is responsible for the following key functions within the WQPHN organisation :
Workforce Needs Analysis & Training Pathways; Program Development & Consultation; Practice Support. Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities
Build culturally safe, collaborative relationships with General Practices, Hospital and Health Services (HHSs), and Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs) to support WPP activities. Liaise with stakeholders, registrars, and consumers to understand and enhance workforce and training capacity needs in rural and remote areas. Analyse General Practice workforce needs and provide advice to inform distribution targets and training capacity in each PHN region. Document and support training pathways and placement recommendations, incorporating regional data and insights. Conduct consultations and surveys with local General Practice teams, registrars, and communities to refine WPP recommendations. Coordinate stakeholder forums to validate prioritisation methods and support general practice placement improvements. Prepare workforce needs and capacity reports with evidence-based recommendations for regional planning. Regularly update local intelligence on GP training requirements and capacity across the region. In conjunction with the Primary Care and Chronic Disease Team, coordinate training and education for relevant stakeholders and general practice teams. The Right Person
The successful candidate will possess :
Tertiary qualifications in health, business, communications or related field, or minimum 3 years' experience in an equivalent role. Demonstrated experience working in the healthcare system with sound understanding of Primary Health Networks (PHNs) and their purpose. Relevant and current knowledge of requirements of Australian General Practice Training, RACGP Vocational Training Standards, ACRRM Training Standards for Supervisors and Training Posts, National Terms and Conditions for the Employment of Registrars (NTCER) is highly desirable. Proven track record in stakeholder engagement, including the ability to build relationships, networks and supportive partnerships with internal and external stakeholders including general practitioners, practice managers, HHSs and ACCHOs. Ideally, this critical role will be based within the WQPHN region in Longreach, Mount Isa, Winton or Roma; however, applicants are welcome to apply from across the state. Hybrid work-from-home arrangements also apply. The remuneration package for this role includes attractive tax-exempt salary packaging options.
Our Commitment to Reconciliation
WQPHN is committed to undertaking all work within a culturally inclusive, sensitive and safe framework that supports Reconciliation. The WQPHN Reconciliation Action Plan shows our commitment and dedication to embedding reconciliation initiatives into our everyday work.
Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged for all WQPHN positions.
How to Apply
For the full position description containing the minimum qualifications and competencies for this role, please visit our website :
Expressions of interest and applications are to be accompanied with a cover letter explaining your candidacy for the role together with your resume detailing your work history, key achievements, qualifications and references.
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