About the Department A regulatory agency of the Australian Government that carry out a range of assessment and monitoring activities to ensure therapeutic goods available in Australia are of an acceptable standard. About the Role The Prescription Medicines Authorisation Branch (PMAB) is responsible for processing and evaluating new prescription medicines, new uses of medicines and other variations to medicines, leading to an approval or rejection decision. Through evaluating the premarket clinical aspects of prescription medicines, and with advice from other branches in the TGA, PMAB ensures medicines are safe, efficacious, and become available in a timely manner. Key Duties Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of the Medicines Repurposing Program (MRP) Develop, coordinate and maintain detailed program plans, including timelines, budgets and resource allocations Manage the program scope and monitor program progress against key activities, keeping it on track by proactively identifying, assessing, and resolving roadblocks Report on program status to the Minister, the Secretary and senior executives Prepare and review a range of written work including briefs, policy papers, and communication material Take responsibility for the achievements of individual and team outcomes, monitor progress and follow through to deliver quality outcomes Lead and motivate the MRP team, working with the Medical Officer 4 and Medical Officer 3 to manage tasks and ensure clear communication among all stakeholders Build and sustain effective working relationships with a broad range of internal and external stakeholders Engage regularly with the Technology Assessment and Access Division (TAAD) on issues related to reimbursement through the Pharmaceutical Benefits Scheme (PBS) Foster a positive and productive work environment for the program team Mandatory Requirements Ability to exercise a considerable degree of independence and perform a leadership role using organisation and management skills to support the immediate team and Prescription Medicine Authorisation Branch Excellent organisational and time management skills with proven experience in successfully managing projects or programs from start to finish Engage and collaborate with key stakeholders to identify opportunities, achieve outcomes and facilitate cooperation Develop, manage, and maintain a range of stakeholder relationships Strong written and verbal communication skills, in particular the ability to write clearly and concisely about complex and sensitive matters for different audiences Ability to prioritise tasks, work effectively under pressure, and adapt to changing priorities Make decisions based on professional judgement, evaluating risks and in the context of a complex and changing environment. Desirable A Baseline security Clearance is highly regarded (desirable but not mandatory). Experience in program or project management An understanding of the Therapeutic Goods Administration's regulatory environment and/or health technology assessment processes for subsidy, or ability to learn quickly. How to Apply Click APPLY or contact Marisa Conlon, Senior Consultant, Talent Acquisition at for further information on the role. Please submit applications in Word format only by 10am, 15 th November 2024. FIRST PEOPLE Recruitment Solutions is a majority Aboriginal owned agency providing contingent contracts, fixed term contracts and permanent recruitment solutions to Government and Corporate Australia Our Head Office is based in Canberra with a national reach to all the states and territories, regional and remote areas of Australia. FIRST PEOPLE Recruitment Solutions acknowledges the traditional owners of country throughout Australia and recognises their continuing connection to land, waters and community. We pay our respect to them and their cultures; and to elders past, present and emerging.