New role | Lead reforms in health service design, service commissioning and delivery – from concept to implementation

Full time

Salary ($105k-$110k) + super + not-for-profit salary packaging

Locations: Hobart, Launceston or Ulverstone – your choice

About the opportunity

At Primary Health Tasmania, our purpose is to create sustainable, high-quality health and wellbeing solutions with, and for, the Tasmanian community - making sure Tasmanians get the right health care, in the right place and at the right time.

To strengthen how we design and commission services, we have created a brand-new role Lead – Commissioning Reform.

This is a unique opportunity to shape and lead health system reforms in Tasmania, working on projects that directly influence how services are designed, commissioned and delivered. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on delivery, giving you the chance to take reform from concept through to implementation.

What you would be doing

Reporting to the Manager – Service design, your focus will be:

Leading reform and recommissioning projects from design through to delivery

Developing new service models that reflect community needs and commissioning priorities

Coordinating transition planning, procurement and contract mobilisation

Guiding Health Service Planners involved in reform projects

Preparing reports and recommendations that inform future investment and improvement

Here's what you’ll look like

You might have a background in health or community services, commissioning, project management, research or policy.

These skills will get you off to a great start:

Experience leading large-scale service reform or change projects

Strong understanding of commissioning and procurement processes

Ability to manage complex programs and competing priorities

Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills

You’ll be a culture champion – understanding that every day, you play an important part of what makes Primary Health Tasmania a great place to work.

Benefits of working with us…

Salary packaging up to $15,900 – Use your pre-tax salary for everyday expenses which means you pay less tax and have more money to spend

Up to $2,650 of pre-tax income can be used to pay for entertainment expenses (meals, holiday accommodation etc.)

Hybrid working option – blend of working from the office and home (after completion of 6 months)

Generous leave and family care benefits, such as; additional 5 days of paid Carer’s Leave per year, paid Parental Leave, 3 days of paid leave between Christmas and New Year

Fitness Passport program – join up for unlimited access to 30+ gyms and pools

Discounted private health insurance

Friendly and inclusive workplace culture which embraces the diversity of its people

Here’s some information about us…

We are a not-for-profit organisation funded by the Australian Government to connect care and keep Tasmanians well and out of hospital. We are one of 31 Primary Health Networks (PHNs) in Australia and operate statewide with offices in Hobart, Launceston and Ulverstone. Our people and our values are an important part of what makes Primary Health Tasmania a great place to work. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values – Teamwork, Respect, Accountability and Courage.

How to apply

If you are ready to make your mark in this new role and work alongside people who care deeply about equity, collaboration and creating real change, please get in touch.

Be sure to make your application stand out by providing a current resume and a cover letter describing your motivation for applying, and how your unique skills, experience and values align with the requirements of the role as outlined in the Position Description found on our website: www.primaryhealthtas.com.au/careers.

We really encourage you to reach out and learn more about this opportunity by calling Evelien Post – Manager – Service Design on 03 6213 8254

The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including reference checks, Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check or other screening as necessary depending on the role.

Applications close: COB Tuesday 18 November 2025

**Please note: We may commence interviews prior to this date and close the vacancy early if the right candidate is found, so, please apply as soon as possible.

Diversity Statement

We welcome and encourage applications from people across our diverse community, especially from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants. We recognise the richness that diversity brings to our workplace and believe everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, valued and heard regardless of their ages, nationalities, abilities, religions, genders, sexualities and cultural identities.

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