At Central and Eastern Sydney Primary Health Network, we focus on improving the health and wellbeing of the people who live and work in Sydney, from East to South and the Inner West. Primary health refers to the healthcare provided in the community, such as a local doctor, pharmacist or psychologist. We provide support and training to these health professionals. We help them to connect community members to other services so that everyone involved in a person’s care can know how best to look after their health.

PHNs are not-for-profit organisations. We receive money from the government to provide health services that are right for the people in this area. We also work with hospitals, specialists, aged care facilities and others to improve people’s experience when needing healthcare. We work to make it easier for people to get the best care and support when and where they need it to achieve our vision of healthy and thriving communities.

CESPHN values inclusivity and diversity and is committed to fostering a culture of respect, empowerment, and accessibility that values the unique contributions of all staff. Our vision is to create an inclusive and functional workplace that values and supports employees living with disability, ensuring that all employees have the resources, flexibilities, and accommodations they need to thrive at CESPHN.

About this job

Work from Office initially with hybrid working arrangements - 2 days required in office

Office based in Mascot (close to public transport)

Purpose driven organisation

Salary packaging available, additional leave days, EAP and other benefits

Permanent Full-Time contract

The Population Health and Chronic Disease Manager is responsible for overseeing primary health care initiatives including sexual health, child and youth health, maternal health, domestic and family violence and disease prevention amongst priority groups.

Reporting to the GM Primary and Community Care, this role will lead the implementation of specific priority areas consistent with the annual planning cycle and in accordance with the funding contract and service level agreements. The role will work closely with internal organisational streams to provide effective leadership and enhance the capability and performance efficiency, efficacy and success of Central and Eastern Sydney PHN (CESPHN). This role will also be responsible for commissioning and providing high level management of projects to ensure key contracted outcomes are met.

The Population Health and Chronic Disease Manager is also responsible for managing and supporting the Population Health and Chronic Disease team to effectively deliver on Primary Care Improvement’s organisational outcomes in a positive, engaging and productive team environment.

The salary range for this role is $133,250 - $141,963 full time equivalent (FTE) and is negotiable based on skills, qualifications and experience. This salary will be prorated according to hours worked.

Successful candidates will require a compatible smartphone for Multi-Factor Authentication to securely access CESPHN systems.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the Population Health and Chronic Disease team by providing direction, clarifying operational priorities, monitoring and reporting on financial and business performance, supporting continuous improvement and delivering on change initiatives.

Support the Population Health and Chronic Disease team in delivering on the team's operational and individual work plans by providing them with professional advice, feedback, and coaching.

Support the General Manager in the application of change management, strategic planning, risk management, policy review and providing expert advice as required in a collegiate manner.

Support development of strategic relationships and partnerships with relevant stakeholders across the CESPHN region including peak health and community organisations, regional GP networks, allied health and community networks, government and private health sectors.

Contribute to a safe, productive and engaging stream working environment by applying CESPHN's people policies and procedures within the Population Health and Chronic Disease team and actively supporting team member's professional development.

Selection criteria – essential

Tertiary qualifications in a health related/management field with expertise in population health and a minimum five years of relevant experience.

Demonstrated experience in project management with the ability to deliver and lead teams in challenging environments.

Demonstrated experience in outcomes-based service commissioning and contract management to ensure key deliverables are achieved.

Strong organisational skills and the ability to set priorities, work effectively, and achieve desired outcomes within specific timeframes.

Proven ability to think conceptually, analyse complex issues, develop innovative solutions within organisational constraints, and prepare high level reports and budgets.

Demonstrated ability to effectively engage a wide range of stakeholders including the local health districts, non-government organisations, universities and primary care clinicians to achieve effective primary health care system reform.

Proven high level written, verbal and electronic communication skills, and ability to successfully manage communications across a decentralised organisation.

Selection criteria – desirable

Relevant post-graduate health qualifications, such as public health, health policy, health management, health sciences or health administration.

Demonstrated experience in horizon scanning and anticipating emerging trends in primary health care.

Sound ability to work with a range of different health professionals with a strong capacity to influence and manage change within a dynamic environment, including the promotion of evidence-based practice.

Demonstrated understanding and ability to identify government health priorities and implement and evaluate primary health care programs.

An understanding of the primary health care environment and experience in communicating with health care professionals and consumers.

Experience working for a Not-for-Profit organisation.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact: Recruitment on [email protected].

CESPHN is an equal employment opportunity employer committed to equity, diversity and social inclusion. Applications are encouraged from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Why work at Central and Eastern Sydney Primary Health Network?

The impact you want

We all want to make a difference, and there are so many ways to do that in the healthcare sector. At Central and Eastern Sydney Primary Health Network (CESPHN), purpose and impact feel a bit different from frontline roles.

Our people tell us that, here, it’s less about putting out fires and more about shaping the foundations for a healthier future. Here, you’ll engage with the big picture issues. You’ll plan ahead for the changing needs of our incredibly diverse communities. You’ll connect the pieces of the puzzle, and help improve healthcare, one step at a time. With every connection, every partnership and every strategy, you’ll enable sustainable, thriving communities, for today and tomorrow.

This kind of work takes time, effort and patience! But make no mistake - your impact at CESPHN is significant. Our size (we’re just over 100 people), our flat structure and our open culture mean you’ll never be just one of many. You’ll make a direct contribution every day, shaping, innovating and improving, and you’ll feel valued for all you achieve. Working with us should also positively impact your career. Collaborating with stakeholders across the healthcare spectrum, you’ll get incredible exposure, and develop knowledge and skills that help you grow for the future. So whether you choose to stay with us long-term, or branch out onto a new path, here at CESPHN, you’ll set yourself up for a truly impactful career.

The support you need

At CESPHN, we believe that real impact doesn’t need to come at the expense of your wellbeing. Quite the opposite. The work we do takes sustained and consistent effort, and fresh, innovative thinking. That’s why we work hard to ensure you get the right balance and support for work and life. Our people say that working here feels like a breath of fresh air. Because as much as possible, you’re supported to work in alignment with your natural rhythm and at a pace that sustains, not one that crashes and burns. So, join us and flex your start and finish times, log in from your home office up to three days per week and use your laptop’s built-in wi-fi whenever your local coffee shop or quiet park bench calls!

Join us and find a team where you’re treated like a human being. Find the space you crave and the flexibility you need to bring your best self to work.

The team you deserve

Our approach is simple: We look out for each other so that everyone can thrive. That’s why we’re working hard to create a culture where you can feel comfortable to be yourself, and where you’ll be supported to produce your best work. We’re all proudly different – different backgrounds, home lives, experiences, perspectives – and we respect and celebrate those differences. We value the unique contributions of all our team members.

We work hard, and we do it with a shared sense of purpose and a strong willingness to collaborate, connect and solve problems together. It’s not all about handing out medals here. At heart, it’s about working together and winning as a team.

Join us, and you’ll find:

Approachable and supportive leaders who genuinely value your input and want to see you grow

A multicultural workforce that fosters a culture of respect, empowerment, and accessibility

Empathetic, smart, capable humans who care as much as you do about community health and each other

The trust and respect to run with projects, to challenge and question and share new perspectives.