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• Limestone Coast Local Health Network, Mount Gambier
• Salary: ASO6 $98,478 to $104,165 p.a. + Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
• Permanent Full time position
• Eligibility Open to Everyone 

Make a lasting impact in workforce strategy and organisational culture at the Limestone Coast!

About the Role

The Senior Project Officer supports the implementation of the LCLHN’s strategic plan by managing, coordinating, and delivering key workforce strategy projects. This dynamic position requires a talented professional with proven expertise in project management, data analysis, and stakeholder engagement to shape workforce development across the region.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage large, complex projects relating to workforce strategy, from initial design through to delivery.
• Develop and implement communication strategies for workforce projects, producing high-quality written content for various channels.
• Engage and consult with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders across government and non-government sectors.
• Analyse complex data and service planning issues, providing expert advice and innovative solutions to inform strategic objectives.
• Prepare and present clear and compelling reports, updates, briefings, promotional materials, and information bulletins.
• Support the development, delivery, and evaluation of quality improvement initiatives and contribute to accreditation processes.
• Foster a collaborative team environment, supporting values-based practice, professionalism, and cultural safety.

Skills & Experience

Essential

• Demonstrated ability to manage, plan, and deliver complex projects within timeframes and quality standards.
• Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management skills, both internally and externally.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with ability to develop creative, evidence-based solutions.
• Experience preparing high-quality written and oral reports and submissions.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Experience working with HR Information Systems and recruitment platforms (such as Page Up, Chris21).
• Proven experience in project and workforce planning, project analysis, and implementation.
• Experience engaging with Aboriginal consumers and understanding of cultural diversity.
• Strong computing skills, including advanced use of the Microsoft Office suite.

Desirable

• Tertiary qualification in a health or business-related discipline.
• Experience in health service management or delivery.
• Knowledge of research and evaluation methodologies.

Why Join Us? 

• Make a real difference and feel like an important part of the community. Being part of the Limestone Coast Local Health Network means you will be supported both personally and professionally, can take advantage of education and training opportunities, will have access to flexible working hours and be part of an inter-professional approach to holistic health care.
• Collaborative and supportive work environment where your ideas are valued.
• Job security and financial incentives: in addition to the annual salary and entitlements (superannuation & leave loading), we also offer salary sacrifice benefits, watch a short video about what salary packaging is. 
• Relocation reimbursement of up to $13,000 may be available to people relocating for this opportunity. More information available from SA Health Careers - Relocation support.

The Region

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network provides a wide range of health care services to residents within the Limestone Coast region, which is situated in the south-eastern part of South Australia and extending all the way to the Victorian border.

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network is surrounded by a world class wine region, outdoor adventures, and some of South Australia’s best coastline, offering a work-life balance like no other.

Your lifestyle

• Relaxed and affordable lifestyle
• Access to safe beaches, excellent recreational fishing, sailing and surf
• Outstanding National Parks and great sporting and recreational facilities
• Well-serviced with educational facilities, including TAFE and University campuses
• Plenty of social activities including sporting clubs, music groups and great food and beverage experiences
• Conveniently located approximately halfway between two major cities: Melbourne and Adelaide

Find out more about working with the Limestone Coast Local Health Network at www.sahealth.sa.gov.au/workatLCLHN 

Applicant Information

The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working part-time.

Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and appropriate immunisation requirements.

Check(s)

• National Police Certificate (NPC) for employment involving unsupervised contact with vulnerable groups required for this position (E.g. aged care employment or work involving vulnerable clients) 

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category B (Indirect contact with blood or body substances)

SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.

Organisational Values

The Limestone Coast Local Health Network (LCLHN) is committed to building a flexible, diverse and inclusive culture, planning for and promoting diversity. We welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as diverse community groups and ages including, LGBTQI+, people living with a disability and other diversity groups.  The LCLHN recognises the benefits that such an approach brings for our staff and consumers in being an employer of choice.

For more information about the role please refer to the role description provided below. Job ref: 911144

Enquiries

Alexandra Jones
Position: Director People & Culture
Phone: 0417258348
E-mail: Alexandra.Jones2@sa.gov.au

Application Closing Date

12 August 2025 - 2 week close - 11.55PM

Refer to the SA Health Career Website - How to apply for further information.

Attachments

 911144 - Role Description - ASO6 PC Senior Project Officer.pdf

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