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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.  We are looking for a Regulatory Advisor - Registration (Team Leader) to join our team in a permanent, ongoing opportunity. 

Reporting to the Senior Regulatory Advisor, you and your team will ensure that health practitioners, particularly Internationally qualified nurses and midwives (IQNM) are registered in line with the Regulatory Principles for the National Scheme, the National Law, registration standards, and guidelines.    

Ahpra requires all employees to comply with Ahpra policies, including the Flexible working policy.   

In this role you will be accountable for:   

• Inspiring and motivating others by providing support and leadership to a team of Regulatory Officers to finalise applications for registration and portfolios with a focus on accuracy, timeliness, and customer service.   
• Drive accountability and throughput of applications and provide regular advice to Senior Leaders of activities, roadblocks and suggested improvements.  
• Evaluation performance indicators for all positions within the team.   
• Provide advice and contribute to the identification of issues within legislation, policy, procedures, practices and processes.   

As the ideal candidate, you will demonstrate the following:   

• Advanced organisational and communication skills dealing with a wide range of stakeholders.  
• Demonstrated leadership experience including individual and team performance management and recruitment.   
• Demonstrated experience leading a team to manage complex and high-volume applications.  
• Advanced risk identification and management skills and experience.  
• Proven ability to create and maintain positive team culture.   

You can read more in the attached role description:   Role Description Regulatory Advisor Registration Team Leader L6 

What we offer:   

• Interesting and challenging work with a strong public safety purpose.    
• Hybrid working arrangements – a blend of work from home and office based gives the best of both worlds.   
• A supportive and flexible working culture that supports you in achieving a balance between work and personal commitments.   
• Discounts on Private Health Insurance, novated leasing, and self education expenses  
• Central office locations with modern, open plan work spaces.   
• Attractive salary of $113,718 per annum + Superannuation.   

To apply:   

• Click ‘Apply for this job’ to submit your application. Email applications will not be accepted.   
• Your application must include a current resume. A cover letter is not required as you will be asked to respond to questions as part of your application.   
• Offer of employment is subject to successful background (pre-employment screening) and Criminal History checks.   
• 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 the recruitment team via email at recruitment@ahpra.gov.au     
• Applications Close: 11.55pm AWST on Sunday 5 January 2025  

Offer of employment is subject to successful background (pre-employment screening) and Criminal History checks.  

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 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 and present.   

With respect, no agencies please.