Introduction:
About the College:
The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG) is the leading standards body responsible for the training and education of specialists and GP obstetricians in obstetrics and gynaecology in Australia and New Zealand.
RANZCOG is committed to the establishment and maintenance of the highest possible standards of practice in women's health and provides programs in training, accreditation and continuing professional development (CPD) that are responsive to the evolving health care needs of women.
RANZCOG supports research into women's health and act as an advocate for women's healthcare by forging productive relationships with individuals, the community and professional organisations, both locally and internationally.
Description:
We are looking for a strong administrator who is comfortable working with a number of competing priorities and strong interpersonal skills. You will be responsible for the support and co-ordination of RANZCOG working parties (Statement Development Groups) established by the College to develop evidence-based clinical guidance statements on a range of women’s health issues. You will assist the Chairs and working party members to progress activities out of session, including fielding enquiries, co-ordinating correspondence, as well as setting up meetings and agendas, taking minutes and following up on actions.
This is a part time (30 hours per week), 2-year fixed term contract position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Co-ordinate the activities of a number of Statement Development Groups working simultaneously to develop evidence-based clinical guidance statements on a range of women’s health issues.
- Provide administrative support of working party meetings (videoconferences) including: setting meeting dates, preparation and distribution of agenda and meeting papers, compilation and release of meeting records and follow-up actions.
- Assist Chairs and working party members to progress activities and follow-up actions out of session, including fielding enquiries, co-ordinating correspondence and consultations, as required.
- Support the establishment and stand down of time limited working parties through administrative tasks of members’ correspondence, evaluation and maintenance of registers.
- Co-ordinate the document management systems (electronic register and tracking systems) that support RANZCOG statements, including maintenance of a central reference library using bibliography software (EndNote or similar software).
- Assist in Statement Development Group reporting requirements to relevant Committees.
- Field online and time sensitive enquiries in relation to clinical guidance statement development initiatives and issues, as they arise.
This role will require some out of hours work to attend evening meetings. Time in lieu and flexible options are available.
Skills and Experiences:
The ideal candidate will have:
- Proficiency in meeting co-ordination, including demonstrated experience in the preparation of meeting papers and co-ordination of records (minute taking).
- Demonstrated interpersonal skills and the ability to liaise and communicate effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders, individuals, and groups.
- Ability to work collaboratively and share information with colleagues and key stakeholders.
- Highly developed verbal and written communication skills, particularly with regard to document writing and correspondence.
- Highly developed planning and organisational skills, including the ability to effectively handle conflicting priorities, establish timeframes and meet deadlines.
- Knowledge of personal computers within a MS Windows environment (advanced skills in Word/Excel, use of customer relationship management systems), and online portals supporting the workflows of clinical guidance statement development.
- An interest in, and commitment to, issues concerning women’s health is an advantage.
- Previous experience working with medical committees will be highly regarded.
Some of our benefits include:
- Annual Leave Loading of 17.5%
- Flexible working conditions - work from home and in the office
- 26 weeks paid Parental Leave
- Fully Subsidised Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Gratis Days (additional paid leave on dates set by the College)
- $1,200 Professional Development Allowance per year
- Fully Subsidised Access to LinkedIn Learning
- Social and wellbeing events organised throughout the year and celebrating our diversity
- Additional leave for menstrual and menopause care, gender transition, fertility treatment and family planning, volunteering, study, cultural leave, pet adoption (to name a few!)
- Salary Packaging
We are proud to be certified as a Great Place to Work in 2023! You can also view our benefits and policies and the great work we do by visiting our WORK180 endorsed employer page.
RANZCOG is an equal opportunity employer, committed to employing the best people to do the best job possible, regardless of disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, race, ethnicity, religion, parental and carer status, or any other attribute. We encourage job applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTQIA+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.
Feel like you don’t meet all the requirements for this role? Studies have shown that women and ethnic minorities are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At RANZCOG we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. So, if you are interested in this role but feel your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles at the College.
TO APPLY: Click here for a copy of the Position Description which outlines the Key Selection Criteria for this role. When submitting your application, please include your current CV and a covering letter addressing the selection criteria.
Applications Close: Thursday 7 March 2024 at 11.59pm.
“RANZCOG acknowledges and pays respect to the Traditional Custodians of the lands, waters and communities across Australia, on which our staff live and work, and to their Elders, past, present and future.
RANZCOG recognises the special status of Māori as tangata whenua in Aotearoa New Zealand and is committed to meeting its obligations as Te Tiriti o Waitangi partners."
