• Location: Orange (Dubbo or Bathurst may be considered)
• Full time maximum term contract to 30 June 2025 (with possibility of further extension)

Western NSW Primary Health Network (WNSW PHN) is currently seeking motivated individuals who have a passion for primary healthcare and community wellbeing. 

The Western NSW Primary Health Network (WNSW PHN) funds a range of health services and programs to improve access to care and better health for our communities. 

The Education Coordinator is responsible for the planning, development and implementation of the Western NSW Primary Health Network (WNSW PHN) Continual Professional Development (CPD) Program for primary health care professionals. The role is heavily reliant on the ability to develop strong working partnerships with both internal and external stakeholders. 

The role contributes to the identification of needs and support the delivery of appropriate CPD focused initiatives which will improve efficiency, effectiveness, and outcomes of primary health care services. 

The provision of a strong CPD Program will also contribute to attracting and retaining a sustainable highly skilled primary health care workforce that is well supported and professionally engaged.

If you have any questions about this position after you have read this document, please contact Katie Prior on 0409 850 368. 

Selection Criteria

Essential

• Diploma or above qualifications in health, social science, community development, business, education or similar. 
• Demonstrated ability in the planning, coordination and facilitation of training and/or education programs, ideally in a health setting.
• Understanding of primary health care system in a regional or rural setting.
• Demonstrated understanding of Aboriginal culture including a commitment to cultural awareness and safety.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to effectively liaise, consult and negotiate in a culturally diverse environment.
• Advanced computer skills required for MS Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, Managing Webinar Platforms and databases. 
• Capacity to travel within western NSW; hold a current driver’s licence. 

Desirable

• Degree qualifications in health, social science, community development, business, education or similar. 
• Demonstrated experience in a similar role.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities in a flexible and timely manner.
• Demonstrated experience in hosting virtual meetings and webinars. 
• Proven track record in stakeholder management, including an ability to build relationships and strategic partnerships. 
• Experience in working with Aboriginal people, organisations and communities in view of planning and implementing services and achieving outcomes for Aboriginal people.

About Western Health Alliance Ltd (WHAL) 

trading as Western NSW Primary Health Network (WNSW PHN)

The Western NSW PHN (WNSW PHN) is one of 31 Primary Health Networks across Australia. We are an independent, not-for-profit organisation funded by the Commonwealth Department of Health, established to support frontline health and wellbeing services. Our focus is to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of primary health care, ensuring people receive the right care in the right place at the right time.

WNSW PHN is an agile and high performing organisation that responds to the identified needs of the community, Commonwealth and State health policy, and the development needs of primary health care providers.   We work closely with general practice, Aboriginal Medical Services and other health care providers, Local Health Districts, non-government organisations and the broader community to plan and fund programs that support local health services to meet the health needs of our communities.

Benefits to working with WHAL

We pride ourselves on being supportive and flexible and offer a great range of benefits including:

• Generous salary packaging options up to $18,450 per year
• Professional development allowance and leave
• Family friendly and flexible working arrangements
• Collaboration with passionate likeminded professionals
• 5 weeks annual leave 
• Option to purchase an additional 2 weeks leave or cash out 2 weeks
• Additional leave between the Christmas and New Year period
• 6 weeks paid parental leave
• Free Employment Assistance Program

Guidelines for applicants

These guidelines aim to assist you in submitting applications for advertised vacancies with the Western NSW PHN.

WNSW PHN is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Please read the attached information package carefully before applying.