Senior Program Officer Rural Health Workforce Project
Role Overview
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Allied Health team at the Health Education and Training Institute (HETI) and contribute to a statewide initiative that supports allied health professionals who are new to rural practice.
As a Senior Project Officer, you will lead the development and delivery of innovative education, training and workforce initiatives designed to strengthen the rural allied health workforce across NSW.
The position works across the breadth of 23 Allied Health professions within the HETI Allied Health team.
You will bring your clinical background, understanding of rural healthcare and strong educational expertise, as well as project management, collaboration, influencing and problem-solving skills.
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About the Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Allied Health team at the Health Education and Training Institute (HETI) and contribute to a statewide initiative that supports allied health professionals who are new to rural practice.
As a Senior Project Officer, you will lead the development and delivery of innovative education, training and workforce initiatives designed to strengthen the rural allied health workforce across NSW.
The position works across the breadth of 23 Allied Health professions within the HETI Allied Health team.
You will bring your clinical background, understanding of rural healthcare and strong educational expertise, as well as project management, collaboration, influencing and problem-solving skills.
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop and implement HETI educational resources, training, and eLearning for new to rural allied health professionals in consultation with subject matter experts.
- Manage collaborative partnerships and effective relationships with key stakeholders across NSW Health including the Ministry of Health, Local Health Districts and Specialty Health Networks, and NSW Health Pillars and Community Organisations.
- Apply robust project management methodologies to deliver high-quality outcomes.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation across all phases, including scope, plans, budgets, timelines and milestone tracking.
- Provide regular status reports and ensure objectives are achieved within agreed timeframes and deliverables.
- Exercise appropriate influencing, negotiation and interpersonal skills to achieve positive outcomes for NSW Health.
Candidate Requirements
- Allied health qualifications, professional registration (where applicable), and clinical background.
- Experience working in rural and/or remote health settings, including any lived experience of rural communities.
- Experience in education, training, resource development, or learning design relevant to allied health professionals.
- Ability to think strategically, build strong stakeholder relationships and manage complex projects in a dynamic environment.
- Experience within a NSW Health rural Local Health District will be highly regarded.
- Experience in the design or delivery of education and training programs will be highly regarded.
Compensation and Benefits
- Health Manager Level 3 – Full Time, Exempt (Until December 2027).
- Remuneration: $132,236.00 - $150,222.00 per annum, plus 12% superannuation.
- Hours Per Week: 38.
- Competitive remuneration, a monthly ADO (for full-time staff), a range of flexible working options including hybrid working, as well as comprehensive leave entitlements.
- Discounted access to fitness facilities and professional development opportunities.
Location and Workplace
- Based at 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards. Rural NSW Health facilities/locations will be considered.
- Applicants based in rural NSW Health locations are encouraged to apply and may be considered for appointment from their local location.
- All staff are required to attend the office weekly.
- The building offers activity-based working conditions with agile and flexible workspaces, modern end-of-trip facilities, and secure bicycle storage.
About HETI
HETI is a leading provider of high-quality training and education to support more than 140,000 clinical and non-clinical staff, trainers, managers and leaders across the NSW health system.
HETI is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve.
Application Notes
- Applications Close: Thursday, 22nd October 2026 at 11:59PM.
- To submit your application, please provide your resume (maximum five pages), a cover letter, and complete an online questionnaire addressing two key questions.
- This is a temporary position and requires full working rights in Australia (e.g. Australian citizenship/permanent resident).
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