The Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra) works in partnership with 15 National Boards to implement the national regulatory scheme for health professionals. The purpose of health practitioner regulation is to protect the public by ensuring that only health practitioners who have the skills, qualifications and knowledge to provide safe care are registered.
Ahpra is committed to providing a culturally safe work environment that reflects the diversity of the communities in which we operate and serve.
This is a part time (0.5FTE) position, fixed term (up to 12 months), flexible location working a hybrid arrangement.
About the role
You will be an integral member of the project team and play a lead role in coordinating the delivery of the team’s work. You will contribute to identifying opportunities for improvement, problem solving and work across teams to implement initiatives and solutions. Supporting the team members with high level administrative, secretariat and coordination expertise and advice.
Acting as the key expert and reference point for project administration, you will demonstrate excellent project and policy administration knowledge. You will lead the design and development of efficient and consistent administrative processes and systems to support the management of this project.
About you
You will be an experienced administrative professional or have done similar role previously, providing administrative support services to facilitate project outcomes. You will have strong interpersonal skills, be highly organised and value collaboration.
You will have demonstrated ability to work autonomously, excellent judgement, and to proactively identify opportunities to improve administrative processes. You will also have the ability to foster an inclusive team culture and deliver tangible outcomes.
You can read more in the attached role description: 
Project Support Officer - Future Assessment Strategy (CL5) - Nov 24 (003).pdf
Benefits
- Hybrid working environment, 2 office days per week.
- You will receive a company laptop and working from home kit.
- Professional development opportunities, including LinkedIn licenses
- Inclusive and supportive colleagues, enjoy coming to work and collaborating with your team
- Salary packaging arrangements including novated leasing, discounted private health insurance, and education expenses
- Attractive salary of $99,550 per annum pro rata ($103,781 per annum pro rata from 7 July 2025) plus Superannuation
If you would like to be part of this work and contribute to access to safer healthcare, we would love to hear from you.
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
- 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 AEST Sunday 13 April 2025
Please note we are shortlisting and interviewing during advertising, should we find suitable candidates we will withdraw the advert.
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.
With respect, no agencies please.
