• Permanent full-time
• $113,078.00 – $152,310.00 per annum commensurate with experience
• + Superannuation + 5-week annual leave
• + 12 RDOs + Christmas shut down

The New South Wales Nurses and Midwives’ Association (NSWNMA) in association with the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation New South Wales Branch (ANMF NSW Branch) seeks a self-motivated Professional Officer (WHS) to join our Professional Services team on a permanent full-time basis.

In this role, you will undertake responsibility for:

• Identifying current emerging WHS issues that may impact on nurses and midwives in their workplace
• Investigating, undertaking research and analysis and determining the best outcome or position for our members
• Representing the WHS and professional interests of members of the NSWNMA and ANMF NSW Branch at all forums attended
• Lobbying appropriate agencies and stakeholders to promote the best interests of our members
• Positively representing the values and principles of trade unionism

To be considered for this role you require:

Selection criteria

• Demonstrated analytical and research skills
• Demonstrated experience in the preparation of detailed submissions and report writing
• Demonstrated experience in project management, policy development and broad research skills
• A self-motivated person who is able to work independently as well as in a team and is able to meet deadlines and manage several issues simultaneously
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Experience in and/or tertiary qualifications in relevant field
• A clear understanding and commitment to trade union principles
• Knowledge of contemporary nursing, midwifery and health industry standards and issues related to the WHS of nurses and midwives at all levels
• Public speaking experience and presentation skills
• Well-developed information technology skills with proven competence in the application of Microsoft Office
• Commitment to the trade union movement

Click on Apply Now to apply for this position online. Your application must briefly address each point of the selection criteria found in the section of the Professional Officer (WHS) position description.

NSWNMA/ANMF NSW Branch is an Equal Opportunity Employer and fosters a diverse workplace.