Primary Care and Immunisation Support Consultant

Part time .6FTE (22.8 hours per week)

Fixed term contract: to 21 November 2026

Location: Work from anywhere in the western Victoria region - Ballarat region preferred but not essential

Western Victoria Primary Health Network

About Us

Western Victoria Primary Health Network (WVPHN) is responsible for increasing the efficiency, effectiveness and coordination of health services for patients, particularly those at risk of poor health outcomes.

Working together with community and health industry partners, WVPHN is committed to strengthening the primary healthcare system, based on local needs. Our four regional centres in Ballarat, Geelong, Horsham and Warrnambool, drive local engagement and ensure strong rural and regional connections, through the development of local community and clinical councils.

Benefits of working with WVPHN

At WVPHN we celebrate diversity within and outside of our organisation. We consciously remove barriers and enable an environment for all to belong, feel welcome and be heard. This aligns with our organisational values of Respect, Connect and Lead.

We also pride ourselves on being a supportive and flexible working place that offers a great range of benefits:

Generous salary packaging options up to $15,900 + $2,650 meals and entertainment

Professional development allowance ($1,200 per year per FTE) and leave.

Family friendly and flexible working arrangements

Collaboration with passionate, likeminded professionals

Option to purchase additional leave.

Additional leave between the Christmas and New Year period

Up to 12 weeks paid parental leave.

Employee Assistance Program

About the Role

The Primary Care and Immunisation Support Consultant supports immunisation initiatives across western Victoria, with a focus on increasing uptake of COVID-19 and childhood vaccinations through targeted strategies with primary care providers. The role requires a collaborative and adaptable approach, with strong stakeholder engagement and the ability to work across multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

This is a hybrid role based in western Victoria. The successful candidate must reside within the western Victoria region, as travel is required for stakeholder engagement, face-to-face meetings, and training. Being located in the Ballarat area is preferred but not essential.

Duties include:

Collaborate with the Partnerships and Public Health team to identify gaps in current support and develop strategies to:

Improve access and uptake of COVID-19 vaccinations for vulnerable populations.

Support primary care providers in increasing childhood vaccination uptake.

Engage with stakeholders to enhance regional access to COVID-19 vaccinations and support primary care providers.

Maintain accurate records and submit required reports related to immunisation activities to relevant government departments.

Collaborate with WVPHN’s Workforce Development team to support the planning and delivery of education and training for primary care teams on vaccinations and immunisations.

Contribute to communicable disease response efforts and maintain relationships with external stakeholders across health sectors.

Key Selection Criteria (KSC's)

Essential:

Qualifications in health, project management or related area, and/or relevant professional experience

Demonstrated experience in engaging, training and/or coaching primary health care providers to implement programs

Proven ability to succeed in a highly dynamic and changing environment whilst demonstrating the ability to develop and maintain effective professional relationships

Advanced written and verbal communication skills

Sound understanding of primary health care, current health care trends and community issues within western Victorian and the broader Australian context

Knowledge of Australia’s Immunisation Schedule

Desirable:

Ability to assess complex issues and identify practical solutions, ensuring all stakeholder positions are considered

Knowledge of health stakeholders and local communities in western Victoria

Employment requirements

Be prepared to undergo a National Police Check, prior to appointment

A current Victorian driver’s licence

Working rights in Australia (visa, permanent resident, citizen)

How to Apply

This is a highly attractive role and we are keen to find the right person, therefore we will be actively contacting applicants during the recruitment process to shortlist for suitability. Please don’t delay in submitting your interest!

Email applications to [email protected] by: 5pm, Sunday 19 October 2025

Please include:

CV

Cover letter

Statement addressing all key selection criteria and employment requirements

The full position description, including further detail about the role, is available from our website: https://westvicphn.com.au/about-us/wvphn-careers/

For further information regarding this position, please contact:

Katrina Martin, Senior Manager Regional Partnerships and Public Health

E: [email protected]

P: 03 5304 5641