1800RESPECT Project Officer

At Telstra Health we believe health technology has the potential to be the great enabler for transforming the way healthcare is delivered. With the backing of our parent company Telstra, we’re all about combining technology and innovation to deliver significant, scalable solutions for improving patient and clinician experiences and health outcomes.​

Join us in digitising healthcare!

What’s the opportunity?

The 1800RESPECT Project Officer will support the planning, execution, and completion of 1800RESPECT projects and review and development of contract documentation. This role will play a critical part in the successful delivery of new and existing projects, whilst contributing to the ongoing development and adherence to robust project governance structures and processes.

Please note, this is a full-time fixed term contract for 12 months.

About the role:

Support the delivery of new and existing 1800RESPECT projects and contract documentation to ensure all objectives are met within agreed scope and timeline. Including:

• Planning, implementing, and monitoring of project activities. Ensure all team members are informed and tasks are completed on schedule.
• Supporting the development and maintenance of project plans, including timelines, resource allocations and risk management strategies.
• Monitoring project progress, tracking key milestones, and preparing status reports for senior management and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with 1800RESPECT leadership and delivery teams, and external stakeholders to ensure clear communication, alignment on project goals, and effective issue resolution.
• Prepare and maintain project documentation, including plans, reports, proposals, and presentations.
• Perform routine administrative duties such as scheduling meetings, preparing agendas, taking minutes and actions and managing correspondence.
• Identify potential risks and issues and develop mitigation strategies.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the project team, implementing lessons learned and promoting innovative solutions.
• Ability to work independently and autonomously, meeting timeframes associated with key deliverables as required.

About you:

Essential: 

• A degree in project management, business administration, or a related field.
• Experience in Stakeholder mapping and engagement
• Previous experience in a project management role, with a proven track record of successfully delivery of complex projects.
• Strong organisational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication (written and oral) and interpersonal abilities.
• Ability to maintain contractual and project documentation.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Analytical and problem-solving skills.

Desirable: 

• Proficiency in project management software and Microsoft Office Suite

Why join Telstra Health: 

• We believe that flexibility is not a ‘perk’, it’s how we have always worked! We celebrate that flexibility looks different for each of us and support your work-life harmony.
•  Join us if you find change, a fast paced environment and even some ambiguity thrilling! Our entrepreneurial spirit and genuine desire to make a difference is one of a kind and the work we do is not only meaningful but also exciting and new!
• Holding on to good talent is important to us. We support our exceptional people forge career paths internally. Our People Leaders are committed to continuously enhancing their team members, celebrating successes and identifying growth opportunities.
• If you want to join the incredible team that is helping to solve some of the biggest challenges faced by the health and aged care sector today, we are the right place for you!

And it doesn’t stop there…

• Avenues for growth and stepping into other roles.
• 30% discount on Telstra services including home broadband and post-paid mobiles.
• Free 24/7 professional and confidential support for you and your family through EAP
• Employee rewards program that includes discounts on shopping, gym memberships, movie tickets, health insurance and more 
• Multiple leave options including 16 weeks gender-equal paid parental, family and domestic violence leave, cultural, volunteer, study leave, as well as the option to purchase additional leave. 

We are passionate about creating an environment that's inclusive and supportive. We encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, individuals from all backgrounds, including those caring for and living with disability to apply. Even if you don’t check every box above, we encourage you to apply today or get in touch with us on Recruitment@health.telstra.com 

Applications will be assessed and shortlisted as they are received so apply today!

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