• Do you have experience in preparing, negotiating and administering contracts, and managing stakeholder relationships?
• Permanent, Full-time position
• Salary ($80k - $85k) + super + not-for-profit salary packaging
• Locations: Hobart, Launceston or Ulverstone – You choose!

About the opportunity

A big part of what we do at Primary Health Tasmania is planning and contracting (commissioning) services designed to improve the health and wellbeing of Tasmanians.

Due to an increase in health program portfolios, we have an exciting, new opportunity for an Advisor – Contractor Relationships to join an established and highly committed team, playing a key role in managing contracts for commissioned service providers in the primary health care sector.

The work of the Advisor follows the full commissioning cycle and works collaboratively with commissioned service providers to deliver quality health care to Tasmanians. The role is a unique blend of influence and contract management, shaping health service delivery.

What you would be doing

Working closely with your team and the Manager – Contractor Relationships you will support the planning, implementation and management of commissioned health service providers – including:

• Procurement, contract negotiation and implementation
• Performance and compliance monitoring, and risk management
• Ensure precise and accurate contract documentation
• Develop a shared understanding with service providers on contractual requirements
• Support contract closure including service decommissioning

Here's what you’ll look like

• Contract Management: Skilled in developing, negotiating, implementing and overseeing contracts including supporting procurement planning and service commissioning
• Performance Monitoring: Proficient in assessing data, monitoring service provider performance and ensuring compliance with safety, quality and financial standards
• Collaboration: Expert in building and maintaining successful relationships across teams, and supporting providers and stakeholders in meeting contractual requirements
• Be a Culture Champion: Understanding that every day, you play an important part of what makes Primary Health Tasmania a great place to work

Benefits of working with us…

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 – Use your pre-tax salary for everyday expenses which means 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)
• Discounted private health insurance
• 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
• 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 – Respect, Teamwork, Accountability and Courage.

How to Apply

If you are keen to make your mark in this new role 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 attached below.

Feel free to reach out and learn more about this opportunity by calling Teresa Rose, Acting Manager – Contractor Relationships on phone 03 6213 8251.

**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.

Primary Health Network Program – an Australian Government initiative.

A position description is attached.