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 Director Planning, Engagement and Insights, you'll join a dynamic team where you'll play a pivotal role in establishing systems of planning and reporting that underpin Murray PHN’s achievement of strategic priorities. This is an exciting opportunity to lead planning and performance reporting initiatives that enhance our capacity and impact.

Key Accountabilities

Ongoing development and review of strategic plans and organisational planning.

Support the annual review of Funder mandated Activity Work Plans.

Lead planning to progress strategic priorities and activities.

Establish and oversee a coherent performance reporting strategy.

Embed project management frameworks and capabilities.

Manage and lead employee development and performance.

About You

We are seeking a dynamic and collaborative leader with strong relationship management skills to improve the effectiveness and impact of our work through the application of planning, performance monitoring, and reporting processes.

Key Capabilities

Relevant tertiary education and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in a relevant field.

Experience applying complex project management principles with strong relationship management skills.

Experience with whole-of-company reporting at Executive and Board levels.

Demonstrated experience in developing and preparing business plans and budgets.

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

A full 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 capabilities and interest.

Applications close: Tuesday May 27th at 11.59pm

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

To ensure our recruitment process is accessible and barrier-free, applicants can request adjustments at any stage by contacting 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 verification of their relevant qualification. Please note that people with criminal records are not precluded from applying for this position. 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.