Lead and plan impactful clinical service projects that shape the future of child and adolescent healthcare.

This is a Recruitment Pool for Fixed Term - Full Time, Permanent - Full Time; Part Time; Permanent Part time; and Fixed Term Part Time positions with the possibility of extension and/or permanency.

We currently have one full time position available for appointment, part time options will be considered for the right candidate.

About the Position

We are seeking an experienced Manager of Planning and Strategic Initiatives to support our organisation in delivering on its objectives, in alignment with WA Health reform and evidence-based practice both within Perth Children’s Hospital, and across the Child & Adolescent Health Service. This is an exciting opportunity to make a direct contribution to the health and well-being of children and adolescents across Western Australia.

You will work closely with your team, and the Director of Clinical Services Strategy, Planning, and Innovation to develop, implement, and evaluate organisation-wide clinical strategies, clinical planning, service development and service delivery initiatives.

Current key areas of focus include the development of CAHS Clinical Service Plan and updates for CAHS to the WA Clinical Service Framework.

Your expertise and ability to engage and collaborate with key stakeholders including clinicians will be key to success in this role.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the creation and implementation of strategic initiatives and clinical service plans to meet CAHS objectives and population health needs.
• Leverage project management skills to ensure initiatives are delivered on time, within scope, and budget, while identifying and mitigating potential risks.
• Work with data and trend analysis to assess service performance, and provide evidence-based recommendations for service improvement.
• Prepare reports, business cases, and briefings for CAHS Executive; offer high-level advisory support on strategic initiatives and organizational planning.

The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in clinical planning within a health or similar complex service environment. Expertise in and project management and risk assessment, particularly in relation to health services and funding models will be highly regarded.

About our Team

The Clinical Services Strategy, Planning, and Innovation department leads strategic clinical service planning across the Child and Adolescent Health Service, with a focus on enhancing service capabilities while driving innovation and reform.

In collaboration with stakeholders and partners across WA Health, we develop, implement, and review internal and external processes for large-scale clinical service projects, ensuring alignment with community needs and State Government priorities.

How to apply

We welcome your application via the ‘Apply for Job’ button at the bottom of this page.

Your application should contain the following:

• A cover letter
• A statement addressing selection criteria as per the Job Description Form in no more than 2 -3 pages maximum.
• A copy of your current CV outlining your most recent and relevant work experience.
• The name, email and contact details of two referees who can be contacted to provide a confidential report (we will contact you and seek your confirmation prior to contacting your listed referees).

For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Fiona Buswell-Smith; Director Clinical Services Strategy, Planning & Innovation on 0407 874 098 or [email protected]

Help in submitting your application: If you experience technical difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.

Eligibility to Apply: Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector.

Other Conditions: WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 29 May 2026.

About CAHS

The Child and Adolescent Health Service (CAHS) is proud to be the leading service provider for paediatric healthcare in Western Australia, as the State’s only dedicated health service for infants, children and young people. CAHS comprises four service areas: Neonatology, Community Health, Child and Adolescent Mental Health Services (CAMHS) and Perth Children’s Hospital (PCH).

With over 6500 employees, our services are delivered at PCH and King Edward Memorial Hospitals (KEMH), as well as across a network of more than 160 community clinics across the Perth metropolitan area.

For further information about the benefits of working for CAHS, please click here and for further information regarding CAHS’ services, please click here

CAHS values: To achieve our vision of healthy kids, healthy communities, CAHS is committed to providing a workplace culture that is driven and shaped by our values of Compassion, Collaboration, Equity, Respect, Excellence and Accountability. During the selection process you may be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position in accordance with the values. If you have any questions regarding this, please contact the person named in this advert.

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.

In addition, we are committed to growing our Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health Aboriginal Workforce Policy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply.

For Assistance including any adjustment needed to accommodate a disability and confidential enquiries – please contact the Strategic Talent Acquisition Recruitment Team (START) service via email: [email protected]