Project Officer

This is a Fixed Term FullTime Appointment for up to18 months from June 2026 with thepossibility of extension(s) and/or permanency WA Health embraces diversityand is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in theprovision of our service. WA Health supports flexibleworking practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across allbuildings, grounds and vehicles. WAHealth is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position. Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply. Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments). DigitalHealth opportunities DigitalHealth plays a core enablement role in empowering our workforce and providing more equitable, accessible, integrated and innovative healthcare for all Western Australians. If you are outcomes driven, learning orientated, and have strong strategic writing, critical thinking, proactive communication and people leadership skills then keep reading! At a time of multiple, large scale digital transformation, infrastructure and innovative clinical reform programs and initiatives being delivered across WA Health, the Department of Health has recently appointed a new Assistant Director General, Chief Digital Officer and is mobilising the new Digital Health Division. It holds responsibility for digital strategy, prioritisation, planning and design as well as the implementation and assurance of major WA Health ICT projects and will play a pivotal role in strengthening digital governance, investment oversight, demand prioritisation, delivery capability and maturity uplift across WA Health. In addition to the roles described below, more opportunities are anticipated to arise in the near future across our priority functions, including mobilisation of an enterprise Program Management Office, cybersecurity streams and delivery of the WA Health Digital Strategy 2020-2030. Position Descriptions The Strategic Projects Team The Strategic Projects Team within the Digital Health Division delivers priority strategic initiatives requested by the Chief Digital Officer, including activities to redesign the WA Health digital operating model and support other teams across the division to deliver a mix of program assurance, business analyst, project delivery, and strategic communications activities. PSO Level 5 Project Officer – Strategic Projects, Digital Health Division The Project Officer performs project and administrative functions within the Strategic Projects Team to support other team members and the Program Manager, Strategic Projects. The Project Officer will support activities to contribute to the governance, development and delivery of Digital Health initiatives, projects, policies and relationships that contribute to the improvement of the WA health system. Other Conditions WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake a criminal record screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. As well as undertaking a criminal record screening and integrity checking, you may also be required to undertake a working-with-children check (if required for the role) and a pre-employment health assessment. We may ask referees to comment on your integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. Please note that adverse information does not necessarily disqualify an applicant but will be considered as part of the appointment process. Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision. Employee Benefits In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements): 12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information on superannuation click here. Access to salary packaging arrangements Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance Flexible working arrangements Flexible leave arrangements For Further Job Related Information We encourage you to contact Huey Doan on 08 9222 4189 or View email address on click.appcast.io. If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours. Selection Criteria Please see the attached Job Description Form. Application Instructions To successfully apply for these advertised opportunities, applicants must provide: A written statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than three (3) pages. A curriculum vitae (no more than three (3) pages) summarising your relevant experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. The documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation. Applicants are requested to apply online ( ). Please note: Applicants must have a current, valid email address in order to apply online. This email address will be used for communication with applicants. Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted. LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. #J-18808-Ljbffr