Do you want to play a vital role in ensuring safe, high-quality, and effective mental health services across Western Queensland?
We are seeking expressions of interest for the Mental Health Commissioning Coordinator position (part-time, contract until June 2026, with possibility of extension).

About the Role

This role supports WQPHN’s commissioning and contract management of mental health services. You’ll oversee compliance, risk, and reporting, while developing key program resources and liaising with providers to ensure accountability and service quality.

Key Responsibilities

Administer and monitor contracts with commissioned providers.

Support risk, governance, and compliance processes.

Develop program templates, resources, and provider-facing documents.

Maintain commissioning maps, dashboards, and registers.

Contribute to continuous improvement in commissioning practices.

The Right Person

You will bring:

Experience in contract management, governance, or commissioning.

Knowledge of compliance, risk, and reporting processes.

Advanced publishing and document development skills.

Excellent communication skills to support provider engagement.

Strong organisation, time management, and attention to detail.

Knowledge of health or community services is desirable.

Our Working Environment

Ideally, this critical role will be based within the Western Queensland region, such as in Longreach, Mount Isa, Winton, Roma or surrounds; however, applicants are welcome to apply from across Queensland.

Why WQPHN?

Hybrid work arrangements to help you maintain work-life balance.

Attractive tax-exempt salary packaging options to make your remuneration work harder for you.

Work with a dedicated, passionate team committed to creating positive, lasting change in health workforce development.

Be part of an organisation that values employee well-being.

Our Commitment to Reconciliation

WQPHN is committed to undertaking all work within a culturally inclusive, sensitive and safe framework that supports Reconciliation. The WQPHN Reconciliation Action Plan shows our commitment and dedication to embedding reconciliation initiatives into our everyday work.

Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged for all WQPHN positions.

How to Apply

Visit www.wqphn.com.au/careers for the full Position Description and key selection criteria.
For enquiries, email [email protected].
Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability.
Applications close Sunday 12 October 2025