About us

The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) is the leading membership organisation for training, accrediting, and representing psychiatrists across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand. Through conferences, publications, and initiatives, the College drives evidence-based practices, ensures high-quality, culturally aligned care, and works to enhance healthcare outcomes for Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander, and Māori communities in alignment with reconciliation and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

About the Role

We are seeking a professional and highly organised Accreditation Assessment Officer. This role is responsible for delivering high-level administrative and stakeholder engagement support to facilitate the College's accreditation processes, including support of the Accreditation Committee. Key tasks include coordinating accreditation panels, providing high-level administrative support, preparing high-quality reports and delivering accurate and timely information to internal and external stakeholders. Other tasks include:

• Coordinating complex travel and logistical arrangements, including domestic and international travel, catering, venue bookings and AV requirements.
• Representing the College at accreditation panel meetings, both in-person and online and contributing to professional discussions with internal and external stakeholders.
• Administration and analysis of stakeholder surveys and datasets including the Medical and Training Survey identifying trends and informing continuous improvement initiatives.

For more details, please refer to the attached Position Description (PD).

What You'll Bring

• Experience in administration or education, ideally with knowledge of accreditation processes or higher education programs is preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and produce clear reports under pressure.
• Ability to engage with a diverse range of stakeholders and build strong working relationships.
• Some flexibility to travel interstate and potentially overseas for accreditation activities, as well as availability for occasional after-hours work.
• Australian or New Zealand citizenship, or the right to work in Australia.
• Willingness to undergo a National Police Check and obtain a satisfactory clearance.

A background in membership or nonprofit organisations is advantageous, as is a passion for improving mental healthcare. While prior experience in educational accreditation is beneficial, we also value transferable skills and welcome applicants eager to grow in this area.

Some of What’s on Offer:

• Salary ranges from $64,533 -$77,398 total remuneration package per annum inclusive of Super and Leave Loading.
• Hybrid work model: 2 days in the office, 3 days from home.
• A paid day off each month for full-time employees.
• Gender neutral 12 weeks paid parental leave for both primary and secondary care givers.

About the Application Process

At RANZCP, we value diverse backgrounds and welcome applications from candidates with varied experience.

To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter as a single document through the Expr3ss link. Reviewing the position description before applying is recommended.

For any queries, contact us at [email protected]. No agencies, please.

Diversity and Inclusion

RANZCP fosters a workplace that values diversity, inclusion, and authenticity. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including First Nations people, LGBTQIA+ individuals, neurodivergent applicants, and those from a wide range of ages, ethnicities, faiths, and lived experiences.

This is a re-advertised position, applications will be reviewed as they are received. Previous applicants need not apply.