Project Officer

NSW Rural Doctors Network (RDN) are looking for a Full-Time Project Officer to join our Outreach team on a  full-time basis for a 12-month fixed-term contract.  

The team is based in Sydney; however, for the ideal candidate, we will consider remote work for individuals based in  Western NSW.

As a Project Officer, you will be responsible for assisting with the implementation of a range of projects and services, that increase patient access to high-quality health services for rural and Aboriginal communities. 

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Employing project management tools to ensure the timely and on budget delivery of quality projects.
• Effectively coaching and supporting stakeholders to deliver on program objectives and enable local decision making. 
• Connecting appropriate health practitioners to local partner organisations, acting as the first point of contact between both parties
• Monitoring subcontractor performance through cash flow management, and compliance with reporting and budgetary requirements.
• Obtaining feedback from stakeholders to ensure continual improvement in the quality of service delivery and program administration.
• Being responsible for general evaluation, reporting, data collection and analysis of the projects.
• Developing tailored service proposals for organisations and subcontractor agreements.

We encourage candidates with transferable skills and experience not within the health sector to apply!

About you

Ideally, you will bring to the position:

• Experience in a customer focused project coordination role
•  Knowledge of project management principles
•  Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders from various backgrounds.
•  Ability to work independently, set objectives and meet these within appropriate timeframes.
• Demonstrated ability to drive and adapt to change in an evolving organisation
• Excellent problem solving & organisational skills.
•  Unrestricted drivers license

Why work at RDN?

RDN offers a friendly, diverse culture with a range of generous employment conditions.

We are a passionate team, looking for likeminded individuals who want to make a positive difference to health services within rural and remote areas.  We value our staff and their contribution and offer:

•   Working from home/hybrid model offered
•   Salary packaging benefits
•   Access to an EAP
•   A workplace culture encouraging autonomy and teamwork, where you are empowered to use and develop your skills every day

About NSW Rural Doctors Network

RDN is a not-for-profit, non-government charitable organisation. We are a values-based, diverse organisation with a vision for improved health service access for all Australians - no matter where they live.

We work collaboratively with stakeholder organisations to deliver a range of innovative initiatives and programs with the aim to improve health and wellbeing for rural, remote, Aboriginal and disadvantaged communities and the many dedicated health professionals who serve them. 

To Apply
If this sounds like you, click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application. Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately.  You are encouraged to apply promptly as applications close when suitable applicants are obtained.

Preferred applicants will be required to undergo a National Police Check and must provide evidence they are vaccinated with at least two (2) doses of Covid-19 Vaccine.

We value a diverse and inclusive workplace
At RDN we encourage our employees to have an enjoyable and rewarding career with an Equal Opportunity Employer that values and encourages social and cultural diversity. We strongly encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+, and people with disabilities to apply.

For a confidential discussion, or if you require an adjustment within the recruitment process, please contact Angelica on careers@nswrdn.com.au