• Part-time / Contract

The Continence Foundation of Australia provides support and advice to over 5 million Australians affected by, or at risk of, bladder and bowel control problems and acts as an advocate for their interests. As the national peak body, the Foundation exists to serve all Australians by promoting bladder and bowel health.

The Role

We are seeking a purpose driven, experienced project manager who has a desire to see lasting reform in the aged care sector.

As the lead in developing the implementation plan for the evidence based, best practice model of continence care, you will be able to engage and influence decision makers throughout the sector to provide dignified care for those living in residential aged care.

The role

As project manager you will focus on the codesign of the implementation plan, engage appropriate stakeholders to participate in its application and advocate for it as a key component of the reform agenda.

You will be supported by the broader Foundation team to:

• Develop implementation strategies
• Engage and establish influential relationships
• Budget, evaluate and performance report

About you

You will have the following attributes to be successful:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in health/policy/business.
• At least 3-5 years’ demonstrated experience in project management, planning, and implementation, particularly in initiatives focused on achieving public health/social reform.
• Attention to detail, good problem-solving skills and highly developed written and oral presentation skills, with ability to inform evidence-based decision making
• Demonstrated experience in developing and maintaining relationships with a broad range of stakeholders particularly in the aged care sector.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build trusting relationships with internal and external stakeholders to inform policy development and gain commitment to implementation

For more information please contact Sally-Ann Nadj Programs Manager on 0418 363 261 or [email protected], using the subject line: Project Manager - Aged Care Reform enquiry via EthicalJobs, or go to continence.org.au for a copy of the position description.