Salary: $80k - $85k + super + NFP salary packaging
New Position - actively contribute to mental health reform in Tasmania Salary ($80k-$85k) + super + not-for-profit salary packaging Location: Hobart About the opportunity Primary Health Tasmania is excited to be part of the new Mental Health Continuum of Care Project, aiming to create a better mental health care model for Tasmania.
We're looking for a proactive Project Coordinator to take on a new role to handle daily administration and coordination tasks, so our Project Manager can focus on strategy and engaging with stakeholders. As the central coordinator, you'll ensure smooth teamwork across departments, manage communication, address feedback, and help keep everything on track. Being organized and adaptable is the key to our success.
While this role is initially offered on a 12-month contract basis, there is potential for future opportunities and advancement within the organisation.
What you would be doing Working closely with the Project Manager your focus will be:
Keep project plans and documents up-to-date, coordinate tasks to ensure everything runs smoothly. Support management of project budgets and financial reporting. Spot and address project risks and quickly inform the Project Manager of any issues. Create communication materials, draft clear project updates, and ensure everything aligns with our communication plans. Support external consultants and project resources, and track deliverables to make sure we meet our project goals. Complete tasks assigned by the Project Manager to meet deadlines and ensure project success. Here's what you'll look like Coordination and Organization: Experience in planning and managing projects, keeping track of resources and timelines. Communication and Relationship-Building: Ability to connect with and build relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. Financial Literacy: Skilled in managing project plans, budgets, and resources with a good understanding of project finances. Adaptability and Problem-Solving: Proactive in meeting project needs, working independently, and finding practical solutions. 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 excited to make your mark in this brand-new position and join a dedicated team who make a meaningful difference every day, please get in touch.
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 unique skills, experience and values align with the requirements of the role as outlined in the Position Description found on our website:
Feel free to reach out and learn more about this opportunity by calling Evelien Post– Project Manager - Health Service Commissioning on 03 6213 8254.
Applications close COB Monday 20 January 2025 **Please note: We may commence interviews prior to this 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.
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