About the role
In this newly created role, the Project Officer
will support the development, implementation and delivery of the Palliative
Medicines in Community Pharmacies (PMCP) program. The position aims to strengthen
the role, function and scope of community pharmacies in palliative care,
supporting better access to palliative medicines and pharmacy services for Canberrans
receiving palliative care at home. The role works collaboratively with other sector
stakeholders in the ACT to co-design program and evaluation framework, and
coordinate program deliverables, including with palliative prescribers, health
care service providers and ACT Health and Community Service Directorate (HCSD).
About the team
The Project Officer will be part of the
Palliative Care Planning Team and report to Palliative Care Planning Manager.
The team oversees the implementation of the Greater Choice for At Home
Palliative Care (GCfAHPC) Program across the ACT by collecting and generating
data to monitor performance, evaluate services and contribute to continuous
improvement. The team sits within the broader Health System Integration Team
that is responsible for coordinating projects and program areas centred around
improvement and integration of the health system to actively respond to the
needs of the ACT community.
See yourself in our
team
You will be a dynamic project management
professional who shows intuition, sound judgement and ability to balance
independent work with team collaboration. You will bring transferable skills in
stakeholder engagement, co-design and program evaluation to effectively liaise
with community pharmacies, medicine prescribers, policy makers and consumers, helping
to improve capability of the service providers and access for the end consumers
at the same time. This includes supporting PMCP pharmacy recruitment,
establishing communities of practice, and collaborating with specialist
palliative care and primary care providers to develop an ACT Palliative Care
Core Medicines List for permanent stockholding. The role also facilitates
targeted training and education, and implements quality improvement initiatives
to enhance access to palliative care medicines at home.
Your experience in
managing cross-sector health programs within the primary, community or aged
care settings, combined with familiarity of the ACT palliative care systems,
stakeholders and service delivery models will allow you to contribute
meaningfully to the program objectives. Your qualifications and registration as
a pharmacist will be highly desirable, but not essential.
Work location
This position is based in our
newly renovated and modern office, located in the heart of the Belconnen town centre.
We support flexibility and a hybrid work model at CHN and are happy to work
with the successful candidate to ensure balance between work and life.
Working at CHN
At CHN you will have an
opportunity to work with professional subject
matter experts and experienced leaders who encourage and support you to develop
your interests, expertise and achieve your ambitions.
Some of the
reasons CHN employees love working here include:
Work-Life Balance & Wellbeing
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Paid December leave: Recharge during our annual close-down period with additional paid
leave.
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Comprehensive Leave Options: Access leave entitlements on top of Annual Leave, including Family and
Wellbeing Leave, as well as Religious, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave.
Flexible Work Arrangements
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Hybrid work: Enjoy flexible
working options designed to promote a sustainable work-life balance.
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Purchase additional leave: Create more time for yourself when you need it with the ability to
purchase up to 2 weeks of extra leave per year.
Career Growth & Development
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Professional Development Fund: Access a dedicated fund to support your professional development goals.
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Study Leave: Take advantage of our generous study leave option to
support your learning and development goals while balancing work
commitments.
Meaningful & Impactful Work
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Purposeful Work in Health: Be part of fulfilling, varied work that advances how health is
delivered in Canberra, improving health outcomes for ACT the community.
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Collaborate with Health Experts: Work alongside key health professionals and stakeholders across the
health sector, contributing to impactful initiatives.
Culture & Community
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Supportive, Collaborative Workplace: Join a team environment built on
collaboration and mutual support.
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Diverse and Inclusive Environment: Thrive in a workplace that prioritises
diversity, inclusion and wellbeing.
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Sustainability and social impact: Support our commitment to sustainability as we partner with others who
make responsible choices for people and the planet.
Financial Benefits & Rewards
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Competitive Remuneration Package: Receive a competitive salary with an attractive benefits package through
Salary Packaging of up to $15,900 of your pre-tax income per FBT year to
maximise your take-home pay
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Above-standard Superannuation: pursue long-term financial wellbeing with contributions that are always
0.5% higher than the Super Guarantee.
Learn more about CHN from our website: Capital Health Network |
Home (chnact.org.au)
Position Salary: $49.73 per hour (approximately $98,582
per annum, pro rata to full-time equivalent) plus superannuation
Employment type: Part time (30.4 hours per week), fixed term
contract for 12 months from commencement date, with a possibility of extension.
Working Days/hours: Negotiable
How to
apply
Applications close: 11.59pm, 24 July 2026
Position documentation can be found
here https://www.chnact.org.au/capital-health-network-positions-vacant
Please apply using the ‘apply’
button. Your application MUST include a cover letter addressing how your
skills, experience and expertise will meet the functional competencies (max. 3
pages), salary expectations, and your CV (max. 3 pages). Please do not send
your applications to the recruitment email address.
Please note: Applicants are required
to have full Australian work rights at the time of application and include
details of any visa limitations and end dates in the application cover letter.
For further enquiries: Please
contact Ros Kirk, Palliative Care Planning Manager: recruitment@chnact.org.au
CHN, ACT’s Primary Health Network welcomes
applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with
diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. CHN
will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with cultural requirements
and/or individuals with a disability throughout the recruitment process.
If you identify as a person who may require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection
and/or assessment process, please advise via recruitment@chnact.org.au or 02 6287 8099 and indicate your preferred method of
communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your
accessibility needs.
