Coordinator - Health Measurement and Evaluation

The Organisation

At Murray PHN, five organisational values - Leadership, Collaboration, Respect, Accountability, and Innovation - drive the way we do business, the way we influence the health system and the way we interact with each other and our stakeholders.

As a not-for-profit organisation, and one of six Primary Health Networks (PHNs) in Victoria and 31 across Australia, we work with rural and regional services and national agencies to not only support health reform, but to develop locally relevant models of care, workforce solutions and to pilot innovative programs.

Whether it's supporting individuals with chronic conditions, enhancing mental health services, or reducing avoidable hospital stays, our focus is commissioning primary healthcare services that are accessible, high-quality, culturally responsive, sustainable, and importantly meet population needs and prevent disease.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Senior Manager – Planning, Projects and Insights, this role is pivotal in enhancing our health measurement and monitoring systems, driving evaluative practices, conducting research, and facilitating knowledge transfer across the organisation.

Key Accountabilities

Streamline monitoring and reporting of program indicators and outputs, ensuring compliance with data governance frameworks.

Design and support program evaluation plans that align with funder requirements and organisational objectives.

Conduct literature reviews and develop evaluation tools to support program deliverables and cross-functional activities.

Employ impact assessment methods and participate in research projects to support organisational planning.

Facilitate knowledge transfer and build organisational capacity in monitoring, evaluation, and research.

About You

This position will appeal to a collaborator who is passionate about health research and data as a means of driving strategic performance. You will be joining an impact-led team passionate about the programs and strategies that result in healthier communities.

Key Capabilities

Relevant tertiary level education and/or equivalent experience in a similar position.

Minimum of 3 years’ experience in industry role related to program monitoring and evaluation or equivalent experience in research.

Understanding of privacy legislation and regulatory requirements relating to data governance.

Demonstrated experience in using survey and data collection tools, Microsoft products or other project planning and reporting tools.

High-level problem-solving skills particularly in the context of communicating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

A connection with the Murray PHN catchment, our values and vision.

A copy of the Position Description is available on our careers page: murrayphn.connxcareers.com

How to Apply

Please submit a resume and cover letter outlining your interest and experience.

Applications close: Sunday May 25 at 11.59pm

Recruitment enquiries: Aida Escall, Director Planning, Engagement and Insights via email [email protected]

To ensure our recruitment process is accessible and barrier-free, applicants can request adjustments at any stage by getting in touch with Cathryn Selvon, Coordinator Employee Inclusion and Recruitment, via email [email protected]

Successful candidates will be required to provide two professional references, a recent criminal history check, and qualification check where relevant. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically deemed ineligible for employment. Each application will be considered on its merits.

What We Offer

flexible working arrangements, such as variable start and finish times and balanced work from home and office options

the opportunity to maximise take-home pay through generous salary packaging – up to $15,900 on everyday living expenses and $2,650 towards meal entertainment each year.

access to an employee assistance program with free counselling

access to professional and personal development – 2 days study leave per year

up to 15 personal leave days annually, including “Life Leave” – two days per year for you to take as you need, to do what you need

Cultural, ceremonial and religious leave

Inclusion Statement

Murray PHN is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace and developing a workplace culture that is safe and accessible, respectful, fosters inclusiveness, promotes diversity and embraces the unique skills and qualities of all our employees. We are committed to creating genuine employment opportunities for everyone and welcome applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, LGBTIQA+, neurodiverse people and people from diverse cultural backgrounds.

At Murray PHN, we aspire to be an anti-racist organisation, embedding cultural humility as a daily practice, to improve health outcomes and health equity in our communities. We recognise cultural humility as a life-long commitment to self-reflection, personal growth and redressing power imbalances in our society.

Murray PHN acknowledges its catchment crosses over many unceded First Nations Countries, following the Dhelkunya Yaluk (Healing River). We pay our respects and give thanks to the Ancestors, Elders and Young people for their nurturing, protection and caregiving of these sacred lands and waterways, acknowledging their continuing cultural, spiritual and educational practices.