The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) is the national agency responsible for administering the National Registration and Accreditation Scheme (National Scheme) in partnership with 15 National Boards for the regulated health professions. Ahpra’s role is to protect the public by regulating health practitioners efficiently and effectively in the public interest to facilitate access to safer healthcare for all the community.
Reporting to the Executive Director – Strategy, Policy and Health Workforce, the National Director, Regulatory Governance provides leadership in the delivery of strategic governance, regulatory advice, and executive and administrative support that ensures good regulatory governance between National Boards, Ahpra and Accreditation Authorities.
The role is a key member of the leadership team supporting a whole of directorate approach to the delivery of Ahpra’s strategic priorities, particularly as they pertain to regulatory governance. As an Ahpra senior leader, the National Director – Regulatory Governance will be a driver of collaborative ways of working within regulatory governance and across Ahpra based on open and respectful communication.
About you
You have strong professional expertise in providing strategic governance, regulatory and policy advice within a complex and national regulatory environment. The ability to recognise and resolve critical and sensitive issues and provide high level, authoritative advice will require high level communication and leadership skills, ability to liaise, negotiate, consult and manage change at the executive level.
Your key strengths are in your ability to build strong collaborative and productive working relationships and a culture of open communication with Executive Directors, National Directors, National Boards and their committees, including via the Forum of NRAS Chairs as well as delegated decision makers including Chairs of State and Territory Boards and National Committees.
You have led large teams with a high performance and results driven mindset and your experience is in a statutory environment leading strategic regulatory functions (preferably in a national or cross-jurisdictional context). You embody our values of Achievement, Collaboration, Integrity and Respect and this in turn will enable the trust of your stakeholders.
Key Accountabilities
- Lead the provision of a high-quality National Boards Secretariat and related governance and regulatory advice to National Boards, their committees and advisory groups.
- Oversee the development, management and delivery of the governance program to support Board effectiveness, engagement, and learning and development.
- Create a positive work environment that encourages teamwork, collaboration and cooperation between and among teams to build the capacity, capability and well-being of the regulatory governance team.
- Represent Ahpra at external forums and to government bodies and with other regulators as required.
You can read more in the role description attached: National Director Regulatory Governance (EXEC) - Sept 24.pdf
What we offer:
- Work/life balance with the flexibility to work both in the office (40%) and at home (60%)– the best of both worlds
- A friendly and supportive working culture
- Discounted health insurance with Medibank Private
- Sophisticated open plan work spaces in a central location
- Some interstate travel will be required
To apply:
- Click ‘Apply for this job’ to submit your application. Email applications will not be accepted.
- Your application must include a cover letter, current resume and maximum 2 page document addressing the ‘Experience’ section of the Role Description
- Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process
- Offer of employment will be subject to successful background (pre-employment screening) and Criminal History checks.
- For any queries or a confidential discussion regarding this position, please contact Recruitment team via email at recruitment@ahpra.gov.au
Applications Close: 11.55pm AEDST Sunday 13 October 2024
Ahpra requires all employees to comply with Ahpra policies, including the Flexible working policy.
Ahpra is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage people of all abilities to apply, Ahpra is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people as well as those who may experience diversity or disability related barriers in securing during this time, the employment. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.
Ahpra acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and their continued connection to lands, waters and communities. We pay our respect to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and Elders past, present and emerging.
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