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

As a new developed position, this role presents an exciting opportunity to use your expertise to shape organisational planning at Murray PHN.

You will lead the integration of company-wide planning, monitoring, and reporting processes that support our strategic objectives. You’ll work closely with the Director Planning, Engagement and Insights and the Senior Leadership Team to cascade strategic priorities across the organisation.

Key Accountabilities

Collaborate with key stakeholders to establish effective integrated planning across the organisation that aligns with strategic goals.

Lead and facilitate planning, monitoring, and reporting processes that track the implementation and impact of key organisational plans and activities.

Support the Strategic Plan delivery by monitoring progress and identifying areas needing greater focus.

Lead small project teams and working groups to achieve organisational planning and reporting objectives.

Champion continuous improvement across organisational planning and performance reporting processes.

Oversee and lead business analytics functions.

Manage and lead employee development and performance, enabling cross-functional collaboration.

About You

You are a strategic thinker who thrives in complex environments, enjoys leading teams, and is motivated by making a meaningful impact on the health sector.

Key Capabilities

Relevant qualification in business or a related field with a minimum five years’ relevant experience.

Demonstrated experience in project management or strategic planning with practical application of complex principles.

Experience in developing and implementing strategic plans and reporting results to Executive and Board level.

Proven management capabilities in complex environments, leading teams and engaging stakeholders.

Strong facilitation and stakeholder engagement skills with experience in project governance.

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

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.

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

access to an employee assistance program with free counselling

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

Cultural, ceremonial and religious leave

How to Apply

Applications close: Thursday 24 July at 11.59pm

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and skills against the capabilities listed in the position description.

A full position description is available at murrayphn.connxcareers.com

Recruitment enquiries: Aida Escall, Director Planning, Engagement and Insights, via email to [email protected]. Please do not email your application.

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, complete a criminal history check and relevant qualification verification. Please note that people with criminal records are not automatically precluded from employment. Each application will be considered on its merits.

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.