Executive Officer – ACT

About AMA ACT Branch

AMA ACT is the Australian Capital Territory Branch of the Australian Medical Association.

The Branch represents doctors and patients in the ACT, advises AMA Ltd on local policy issues, advocates on ACT health system and medical workforce issues, and undertakes Branch functions under the AMA Constitution and ACT Branch By-laws.

AMA ACT provides local advocacy and representation for doctors, contributes to national AMA policy and campaigns, supports member engagement, engages with government and health services, communicates with members and the public, and supports the wellbeing and professional interests of doctors practising in the ACT.

The Branch operates within AMA Ltd governance, financial, employment and administrative frameworks while maintaining a strong local identity and focus.

Position Purpose

The Executive Officer is responsible for the effective operation of AMA ACT and serves as the principal adviser to the ACT President and ACT Council. The Executive Officer supports the delivery of the Branch’s strategic objectives, advocacy priorities, member services and governance responsibilities.

Working closely with the ACT President, ACT Council and AMA Ltd, the Executive Officer leads the implementation of Council decisions, organisational priorities and member engagement initiatives, while ensuring the efficient and sustainable operation of the Branch.

While operating within AMA Ltd governance, employment and financial frameworks, the Executive Officer’s primary responsibility is the effective operation, performance and sustainability of the ACT Branch and delivery of outcomes for ACT members.

Key Accountabilities

1. Branch leadership and strategy

Lead the effective operation of the AMA ACT Branch, supporting the ACT President and Branch Council to set priorities, implement the Strategic Plan, and deliver agreed local advocacy, member engagement and organisational outcomes.

2. Governance and Council support

Ensure ACT Council, the Advisory Forum and Branch committees are well supported through timely papers, clear advice, action tracking, governance processes and implementation of decisions.

Ensure implementation of Council decisions and provide regular reporting to Council on progress, performance, strategic objectives, , changes to the legal and political environment.

3. Advocacy, policy and stakeholder engagement

Lead and coordinate ACT Branch advocacy, policy development, submissions, stakeholder engagement and government relations, ensuring AMA ACT remains a credible and influential voice for ACT doctors and patients.

4. Workplace relations and professional representation

Provide executive oversight of workplace relations and professional representation activities, including coordination of industrial priorities, workforce advocacy, member communications and escalation of complex or sensitive matters through appropriate AMA Ltd channels.

5. Membership, communications and member value

Drive member engagement, retention and growth by ensuring the Branch delivers clear value through communications, events, publications, cohort engagement, member feedback and visible local advocacy.

6. Finances

Work with AMA Ltd to support development of AMA ACT budgets and financial plans.

7. Operational leadership

Manage Branch work planning, workflow, resources and delivery, ensuring the Branch operates efficiently within AMA Ltd systems, policies and delegations.

Authority and Delegations

The Executive Officer operates within delegations established by AMA Ltd and any applicable policies, procedures and financial authorities.

The Executive Officer may:

·       Contribute to development, manage and monitor Branch budgets;

·       coordinate and prioritise agreed ACT Branch work;

·       represent the Branch in approved forums and stakeholder engagements;

·       make operational decisions necessary for efficient Branch management within approved delegations;

• prepare proposals, briefs and recommendations for the ACT President, ACT Council and AMA Ltd management.

The Executive Officer may not:

·       enter contracts outside approved delegations;

·       employ, terminate or vary employment arrangements without appropriate AMA Ltd approval;

·       commit AMA Ltd to expenditure beyond approved delegations;

• make public policy commitments outside agreed AMA and Branch policy.

The Executive Officer must operate within AMA Ltd delegations, policies and lawful directions, and support implementation of agreed ACT Branch priorities and Council decisions.

Where AMA Ltd requirements and ACT Branch priorities appear to conflict, the Executive Officer must escalate the matter through agreed management and governance channels.

Key Relationships

Internal

·       Staff allocated to support the AMA ACT Branch

·       AMA ACT President

·       AMA ACT Branch Council

·       AMA ACT Advisory Forum and committees

·       AMA ACT Members

·       General Manager, Branches

·       AMA Ltd Chief Executive Officer and executive leadership

·       AMA Ltd Member Engagement team

·       AMA Ltd communications, policy, finance, legal, HR and governance teams

·Other AMA Branch Executive Officers[BG1] 

External

·       ACT Government

·       ACT Health and Community Services Directorate

·       Canberra Health Services

·       Medical practices

·       Medical students and doctors in training

·       Professional and industrial organisations

·       Media organisations

·   Sponsors, partners and event stakeholders

Skills, Experience and Attributes

Essential

·       Senior leadership and management experience.

·       Governance, strategy and stakeholder engagement capability.

·       Strong communication and influencing skills.

·       Sound judgement and political acumen.

·       Experience in advocacy, public policy, government relations or member representation.

• Financial and operational management capability.

Desirable

·       Experience in a membership, professional, health or not-for-profit organisation.

·       Experience supporting boards, councils or elected governance bodies.

• Understanding of healthcare policy, workforce or workplace relations issues.

Qualifications

Tertiary qualifications in management, public policy, health, law, industrial relations, communications, business or a related discipline are desirable.

Equivalent senior executive experience may be accepted.

Personal Attributes

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

·       integrity and professionalism;

·       sound judgement;

·       strong interpersonal skills; and

·      commitment to the purpose and values of the AMA.