Initial contract from 10 February to 4 April with possible extension Cairns City Centre Integrated Workforce Management ProgramThis pay rate is inclusive of mandatory 25% casual loadingThe Integrated Workforce Management (IWFM) Program is a key strategic initiative for Queensland Health that will enhance the roster-to-pay process, deliver positive outcomes to support enhanced workforce management and drive the delivery of tangible benefits for both Hospital and Health Services (HHS) and the Department of Health, through improved tools, processes, and access to workforce decision-support information where and when it is needed.Leveraging existing (SAP myHR and Workbrain) technology, Stage 3 of the IWFM Programincludes the rollout of a single, statewide and integrated electronic rostering solution to the frontline nursing and midwifery cohort, and a more inclusive approach to workforce management support.
A complete capability uplift program will also be delivered for Nursing and Midwifery, which includes guiding principles for Leading Practice Workforce Management, and service-centric Roster Support Offices will be established at each HHS to provide transactional and advisory support directly to Nurse and Midwifery Unit Managers.
Purpose of this Role: The purpose of the Project Officer is to provide specialist expertise to support the Project Implementation Manager in the successful delivery of large scale, Information and Communication Technology (ICT) enabled business change program/projects within an IWFM Implementation team.
This role will also provide program support, secretariat and administration functions.
Intrastate travel is a requirement for this role.
Key Responsibilities of this Role: Adhere to defined service quality standards, health and safety policies and procedures relating to the work being undertaken to ensure high quality, safe services and workplaces.
Support and coordinate the delivery of specialised and/or small to large work packages and projects, ensuring solutions delivered are responsive to customer needs and sustainable in a complex Health environment.
Ensure projects are managed in accordance with best practice guidelines and the Queensland Health formal project management approach and methodologies, to enable the achievement of consistent and quality project outcomes.
Develop or assist with the development of project management documentation, including formal project plans, schedules and status reports.
Monitor and report on work package activities against agreed criteria.
Monitor resource allocation within the agreed work package against the Project forecasts.
Support risk and issue identification, assessment and mitigation activities by ensuring risks and issues are documented, reviewed and escalated as appropriate.
Maintain program/project files in accordance with Queensland Health regulations and policies.
Assist with the compilation of project management reports and other general administrative and secretariat tasks.
Ensure use of appropriate project management techniques, methodologies and tools in line with Queensland Health policy.
Maintain relationships with and between internal and external stakeholders, facilitate effective communications and foster relationships through lessons learned, feedback mechanisms and management of expectations.
Develop and review project deliverables to ensure they meet quality standards and comply with Queensland Health policies, strategies and architecture.
Ensure that all project artefacts, reporting and management is coordinated using the approved project management tools, process and methodologies used by Queensland Health.
The position reports to the Project Implementation Manager with an indirect reporting line to theProgram Business Manager - Central.
Mandatory qualifications, registrations and other requirements* While not mandatory, relevant professional qualifications (such as ITIL or PRINCE2, P30) or other Project Management qualifications would be well regarded.
* Experience in Project Management software (eg: PPM).Ability to travel intra-state is a requirement of this role.
This role will be required to travel to different HHSs during the implementations and require successful candidates to work and reside in the location of the implementation site for an assignment period as determined by the program implementation schedule.
The essential requirements for this role are: Experience in project environment, including risk management, reporting, and an ability to coordinate the delivery of work packages.
Experience in, or the ability to assist with the compilation of program/project information, maintenance of program/project files and the preparation and presentation of management reports and governance committee minutes.
(SFIA Skill: PROF: Level 2) Knowledge of appropriate project management methodologies (preferably PRINCE2), and an ability to provide advice on the use of appropriate project management techniques, methodologies, and tools.
Proven effective oral and written communication skills, and an ability to work in a team environment developing effective relationships with stakeholders.
(NHS: Effective and strategic influencing, Collaborative working).
(Org Success fit) Demonstrated analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills and an ability to coordinate multiple tasks within agreed priorities, timeframes and accountabilities.
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Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact Kylie Graham in our Brisbane office on 0439 210 202 or email ******, quoting Ref No.
242671.
Your interest will be treated in the strictest of confidence.Reference number: BBBH242671 Profession:IT, Technology & DigitalProgramme & Project ManagementCompany: Hudson AustraliaDate posted: 23rd Jan, 2025