Do you want to be a part of a pioneering team to promote and improve the oral health of children throughout our community in Western Australia?
We are seeking highly capable program manager to join our Smiling Starts Program team rolling out this ground-breaking health initiative across WA.
This is a Fixed Term Full Time appointment for up to 18 months, including the possibility of extension(s) and/or permanency.
About Smiling Starts
The Smiling Starts Early Childhood Dental Program is an initiative of the Government of Western Australia (WA). Smiling Starts is the newest program delivered by Dental Health Services (DHS) and completes the suite of programs designed to improve the health of all West Australians across their lifetimes.
Smiling Starts will provide free, universal access to child-friendly oral health care that improves the oral health experience and overall wellbeing of West Australia’s youngest children, their families and Carers.
In partnership with dedicated health professionals, caring communities’ and statewide health service providers/ key stakeholders, Smiling Starts delivers oral health education, screening for oral disease and minimally invasive oral care in a fun, interactive and age-appropriate format, delivered in safe, welcoming spaces helping parents and carers feel confident about caring for their child’s smile- because a healthy smile is a superpower everyone deserves.
For more information about the Smiling Starts Program, please visit our website: Smiling Starts
About the role?
The Program Manager plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of the Smiling Starts Program by providing strategic and innovative leadership to the program’s development and delivery. The Program Manager, as part of the Smiling Starts leadership team, prioritises and manages resource allocation for the management, facilitation, coordination, and implementation of the Smiling Starts.
The Program Manager also ensures Smiling Starts stays true to its purpose to deliver care in the way that best supports children, families, and communities by monitoring and guiding how the program is delivered across all zones.
Working across program development and delivery sites, in this role you will partner with stakeholders, influences decision-making, and transforms ideas into outcomes that enhance community experiences. This role is suited to someone who thrives on complexity, brings people together, and is motivated by delivering real and lasting change.
While your qualifications and experience tell us part of your story, your values and attitude speak louder still. At NMHS, we aim to ensure our behaviours reflect our core values: Care, Respect, Innovation, Teamwork and Integrity. During the selection process you will be assessed on your ability to fulfil the responsibilities of this position while upholding our values.
What we offer
NMHS supports flexible working practices and consideration will be given to flexible work options, where operationally appropriate. In addition to the great salary, our employees enjoy an amazing range of benefits (North Metropolitan Health Service - Pay and Benefits) including:
- Professional and career development opportunities
- Salary packaging to increase take-home pay
- Diverse and inclusive culture
- The position includes opportunities for short term regional travel to help bring Smiling Starts to children and families in communities across WA.
Want to know more about this role?
We encourage you to contact Catherine Alford, DHS Executive Team, on (08)93130505 to discuss how this role aligns with your personal and career interests.
We think you’ll like it here
Our employees like working here, and we think you will too. Watch this video to find out what they have to say: Smiling Starts - 'Day in the life of' video
Ready to join our team?
Applicants are required to apply online www.jobs.wa.gov.au so allow enough time to complete the online application process and attach your documentation. If you experience difficulties, please contact Employee Services on 13 44 77 for immediate assistance during business hours.
The JDF is attached for reference. Your application should include:
- A Cover Letter (max 6 pages) explaining why you are applying for this role and providing examples to demonstrate your knowledge, experience and skills in the areas of:
- o Experience in managing financial, physical and human resources.
o Demonstrated high level interpersonal, verbal, written communication and negotiation skills including substantial experience in liaising and negotiating with multiple stakeholders.
o Evidence of high-level initiative and problem-solving skills including conceptual and analytical ability with demonstrated ability to provide innovative thinking and identifying solutions to complex problems.
- A detailed Resume which sets out your qualifications, capabilities and experience relevant to this position.
- References - the names and contact details of two (2) referees. It is preferable for one of your referees to have been a recent supervisor.
Eligibility to Apply: To be eligible for a fixed term appointment you must have documentary evidence of your entitlement to live and work in Australia for the period of the contract.
Whilst this selection process will initially be used to fill the above vacancy, it may also be used to fill other "similar" vacancies throughout the health service. In addition to this, should the successful applicant decline or vacate the advertised vacancy, then the next most suitable applicant may also be selected from this process. Both of these options remain valid for a period of twelve (12) months from when the authorised delegate endorses the recruitment decision.
North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS) fosters an environment of equity and inclusion and strives to ensure everyone experiences a sense of belonging. We celebrate the rich diversity of our community and are committed to recruiting a team that is reflective of those we care for. We encourage anyone who aligns with our values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, Innovation and Care to apply for this role.
NMHS is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce as a part of our Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing Strategy. As a measure to achieve equality, Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position.
NMHS upholds the social model of disability. We welcome applicants who have disability and endeavour to support reasonable workplace adjustments and flexibility. If you have any access needs or require adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact the NMHS Talent Attraction Group (TAG) at email [email protected].
Lodgement is system generated. Any submissions after or on, 4:00pm on the closing date will not be accepted.
We look forward to receiving your application.
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