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Senior Program Officer
Salary: PSO Level 6 $120,457 - $132,753 per annum pro rata
Location: East Perth
Unit/Division: Department of Health > Chief Nursing and Midwifery Office
Work Type: Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time
Position No: Pool Ref 00019738
Closing Date: 2026-03-02 4:00 PM (YYYY-MM-DD)
Attachments: 
Applicant Information Package.pdf
JDF Senior Program Officer 00019738 February 2026.pdf
Job Application Information Sheet.pdf

VCID No. 717980

This is a Recruitment Pool for Fixed Term Full Time and Part Time appointments with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency. 

We are currently looking to appoint to three Full Time positions available up to 30 June 2026 (Part Time may be considered) with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
  
WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles. 

WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy.  As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.  Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
 
Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

Other Conditions:  WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 30/06/2026. 
 
Position Profile:  The Senior Program Officer develops, manages, initiates and undertakes critical analysis of operational and business planning of the Chief Nursing and Midwifery Office (CNMO). This role coordinates and influences initiatives and responsibilities relating to office projects. You will also provide high level advice and participate in strategic projects as requested by the Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer or Principal Nursing Advisor. You will be self-motivated, driven, with a focus on improvement and in this role you will also prepare reports, correspondence and submissions. 
  
Employee Benefits:  In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):
•    12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here. 
•    Access to salary packaging arrangements
•    Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
•    Flexible working arrangements
•    Flexible leave arrangements

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au). 
  
For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Mel Eaton on (08) 6444 5094.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
 
Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au). 
  
Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted. 
 
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

Position Title
Senior Program Officer

Agency
Health, Department of
Salary
PSO Level 6 $120,457 - $132,753 per annum pro rata
Location
East Perth
Unit/Division
Department of Health > Chief Nursing and Midwifery Office
Work Type
Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time
Position No.
Pool Ref 00019738
Closing Date
2026-03-02 4:00 PM
Position Title
Senior Program Officer

Location
East Perth
Work Type
Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time
Position No.
Pool Ref 00019738
Salary
PSO Level 6 $120,457 - $132,753 per annum pro rata
Closing Date
2026-03-02 4:00 PM
Description

VCID No. 717980

This is a Recruitment Pool for Fixed Term Full Time and Part Time appointments with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency. 

We are currently looking to appoint to three Full Time positions available up to 30 June 2026 (Part Time may be considered) with the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.

WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities.
  
WA Health supports flexible working practices within the context of a quality health service. WA Health is committed to a smoke free environment across all buildings, grounds and vehicles. 

WA Health is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of WA Health’s Aboriginal Workforce Policy.  As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.  Aboriginal people are encouraged to apply.
 
Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for appointment, applicants must have a valid working visa (for fixed term appointments) or be an Australian citizen, permanent resident, or have a visa to live and work indefinitely in Australia (for permanent appointments).

Other Conditions:  WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. WA Health policies require applicants to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour.

Suitable applicants will be placed in a pool from which appointments may be made when similar vacancies occur. Appointments may be made from this pool until 30/06/2026. 
 
Position Profile:  The Senior Program Officer develops, manages, initiates and undertakes critical analysis of operational and business planning of the Chief Nursing and Midwifery Office (CNMO). This role coordinates and influences initiatives and responsibilities relating to office projects. You will also provide high level advice and participate in strategic projects as requested by the Chief Nursing and Midwifery Officer or Principal Nursing Advisor. You will be self-motivated, driven, with a focus on improvement and in this role you will also prepare reports, correspondence and submissions. 
  
Employee Benefits:  In addition to the great salary our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits which may include (in line with operational requirements):
•    12% employer contributed superannuation into a fund of your choice. For further information click here. 
•    Access to salary packaging arrangements
•    Professional Development Opportunities and Study Leave/assistance
•    Flexible working arrangements
•    Flexible leave arrangements

Selection Criteria: Please see the attached Job Description Form (available online at www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au). 
  
For Further Job Related Information: We encourage you to contact Mel Eaton on (08) 6444 5094.

If you experience difficulties while applying online, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
 
Application Instructions: Applicants are requested to apply online (www.jobs.health.wa.gov.au). 
  
Applicants are advised to write a statement addressing the selection criteria in no more than 2-3 pages and provide a detailed curriculum vitae which summarises your experience and how you are able to meet the position requirements. These documents should be complete and ready to attach prior to applying online. Please ensure you allow sufficient time to complete the online application process as you will be required to answer various questions and attach your documentation.

Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions on, or after, 4:00pm will not be accepted. 
 
LATE OR EMAIL APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED.

Attachments

Applicant Information Package.pdf
JDF Senior Program Officer 00019738 February 2026.pdf
Job Application Information Sheet.pdf


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