• Promote equal access to health services for priority population groups in Tasmania
• Full-time, permanent
• Salary ($80k - $85k) + super + not-for-profit salary packaging
• Locations: Hobart, Launceston or Ulverstone – your choice

About the opportunity

At Primary Health Tasmania, our purpose is to create sustainable health and wellbeing solutions with, and for, the Tasmanian community - making sure Tasmanians get the right health care, in the right place and at the right time. Our Priority Populations team focuses on finding better ways to deliver care and to improve access to primary health care for those in our community with unique needs and who deserve our special attention.

We are looking for a proactive, organised Health Programs Coordinator (Primary Health Consultant) to join a supportive, values-driven team who are passionate about improving health outcomes for those who need it most.

Work alongside people who care deeply about equity, collaboration and creating real change in the healthcare system. This role offers the chance to contribute to projects that improve healthcare access to priority populations. Enjoy varied, meaningful work including project support, stakeholder engagement, health promotion and education.

If you are looking for a strong team culture that encourages learning, innovation and mutual support, this is a great opportunity to grow your career while making a lasting impact across Tasmania.

What you would be doing

Every day you will support the delivery of targeted initiatives to improve healthcare access by:

• Project and Research Support: Assist with planning, implementing, and evaluating health initiatives, including data collection, analysis, and reporting to inform service planning and improved outcomes

• Resource and Event Coordination: Support the development and distribution of tools and communication materials and help coordinate health promotion events, workshops and stakeholder engagement activities

• Collaboration and Administration: Work collaboratively across teams and sectors to support integrated project delivery, maintain effective relationships and provide high-level administrative and communication support

Here's what you’ll look like

You might have a background in public health, health sciences, health and community sector or have administration or project support experience in healthcare or human services.

These skills will set you up for success:

• Project and Administrative Support: Be organised and efficient, able to manage scheduling, take accurate minutes, track actions, prepare documents and support the smooth running of multiple projects

• Communication and Collaboration: Clear communication – both written and verbal – is essential in this role. You’ll be engaging with a range of internal teams and external stakeholders, so building and maintaining positive relationships is key.

• Attention to Detail and Data Management: Ability to accurately gather and enter information, assist with research, prepare summaries and reports, and ensure accuracy in documentation and communications.

• You’ll 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)

• 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 ready to make your mark in this varied and meaningful role and join a dedicated team who value each other and make a real 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: www.primaryhealthtas.com.au/careers.     

Feel free to reach out and learn more about this opportunity by calling Monique Johnson – Manager – Priority Populations on 03 6215 8513

**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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A position description is attached.