Development Support Administration Officer (Lvl 6) - Perm FT
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time, 38 hours per week
Location: SWSLHD District Wide
Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 6
Remuneration: $80,340.91 - $82,240.21 per annum
Requisition ID: REQ551474
Application Close Date: 23/02/2025
Interview Date Range: 26/02/2025 – 05/03/2025
Contact Details: Rachel Goldrick – 0484 595 642 | rachel.goldrick@health.nsw.gov.au
About the Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity to join the Research Directorate team in SWSLHD. This is a unique opportunity to grow and develop your skills by being involved in various projects and initiatives to better support our researchers. You will be actively involved in planning and executing the Districts premier event, the Health Beyond Research and Innovation Showcase.
You will have the opportunity to plan new projects and work collaboratively with a variety of different people. This role works closely with the media and communications teams, research units, the Office of Health and Medical Research, the Ingham Institute for Applied Medical Research and our partner universities.
There is so much room to grow and develop within this exciting role.
What You'll be Doing
The purpose of the Development Support Administration Officer is to coordinate and manage the research support activities of the Research Directorate in the South Western Sydney Local Health District. This will include managing the daily operations of the Development Support Unit, including coordination of the annual research and innovation showcase, the creation of the annual research report, developing and maintaining reporting databases and assisting the Research Development Manager and Development Support Manager in implementing the action items of the research strategy including general support duties as directed by the Manager.
Where You'll Be Working
South Western Sydney is rapidly growing and is a great place for young people and families to build a life. We are close to public transport, a short drive to the beach and the natural wonders of the Blue Mountains and Royal National Park.
The area is growing exponentially with many major shopping centers, great entertainment venues and the development of Sydney’s new airport all located within minutes of new housing estates.
As part of the greater Sydney area, we have bustling metropolitan hubs as well as areas that maintain their rural heritage. It is an incredible place to explore with adventure or relaxation are at your fingertips.
How to Apply
To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the below questions as thoroughly as possible. View our application guide for information on how to respond to criteria and improve your application.
- Please detail your experience in a research environment and/or your understanding of the medical research sector?
- Provide an example of a situation where you demonstrated your written and verbal communication skills in a professional setting. How do you ensure clarity and effectiveness in communicating with a range of stakeholders, from researchers to administrative teams?
- Please provide an example of where you have had to work both independently and as part of a team to complete a project or task. How did you balance autonomy with collaboration, and what was the result of your teamwork as it applied to the broader project?
- Please provide examples of project/s and/or event/s you overseen to completion. What steps did you take to ensure they were organised and executed successfully, and how did you manage time, resources, and logistics?
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
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Additional Information
Salary Packaging
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees are able to enjoy the benefits of salary packing. Visit Smart Salary for more details.
Health & Fitness
South Western Sydney Local Health District employees receive discounted Gym Membership/Corporate Wellbeing Programs, including Fitness Passport.
Transforming Your Experience
Transforming Your Experience (TYE) is SWSLHDs key strategy to always positively transform your, our patients, our consumers, our staffs and our communities experiences across our organisation and services. Our vision is that our care is always safe, high quality and personalised and all our staff are supported and empowered to achieve their full potential. SWSLHD upholds the CORE Values – Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment.
To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
At South Western Sydney Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander ⚫️ 🟡 🔴 background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.
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