Regional Training Hub Officer

• Support the education, training and development of junior doctors
• Help nurture future medical workforce in rural and regional areas
• Located in Taree with one day per week in Port Macquarie
• Fixed Term until December 2026

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The University of Newcastle Department of Rural Health is seeking an enthusiastic and detail-oriented Regional Training Hub (RTH) Officer to provide vital administrative support for the effective operation of the North West NSW Regional Training Hub. This role is integral to implementing initiatives that enhance training and career opportunities for junior doctors within the Peel, Tablelands, and Manning Rural Clinical Schools.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the coordination of projects and programs aimed at rural medical workforce recruitment and retention.
• Assisting in organising and supporting training courses, events, and meetings, including scheduling, preparing agendas, and taking minutes.
• Maintaining accurate data entry within university systems for timetabling, clinical placement documentation, and student records.
• Facilitating distribution and collection of assessments and feedback forms for program activities.
• Serving as a first point of contact for students, staff, and visitors, managing inquiries and delivering excellent customer service.
• Collaborating with medical students, junior doctors, healthcare providers, universities, government entities, and other stakeholders.
• Working as a team to oversee reception duties, general office tasks, and ensure efficient use of office resources and systems.
• Arranging travel, processing orders, maintaining organized storage, and supporting event logistics such as room bookings and catering.

This Fixed Term position is full time at a HEW 4 Higher Education Level located at Department of Rural Health Manning Education Centre in Taree with one day per week at our Port Macquarie Office. Travel between Taree and Port Macquarie will be conducted within scheduled work hours and using fleet vehicles.

About our University

The University of Newcastle stands as a global leader distinguished by a commitment to equity and excellence. Our vision is to be a world-leading University for our regions and creating a better future for our regions and the globe. Underpinned by this vision and our values of excellence, equity, engagement and sustainability, the University of Newcastle’s Looking Ahead Strategic Plan 2020-2025 outlines the University’s commitment to delivering an exceptional student experience and serving our communities. 

For more information click here – Our Uni. 

About the Unit  

The University of Newcastle Department of Rural Health (UONDRH) delivers a number of programs aimed at improving the health and wellbeing of regional, rural and Indigenous communities within the New England, North West Slopes and Plains and areas of the Hunter Valley and New England Rivers regions. Through a variety of programs, the UONDRH has made it possible for undergraduate and postgraduate students studying medicine, nursing and allied health disciplines at the University of Newcastle to complete a large part of their education and training in a rural setting at one of 7 locations – Tamworth, Armidale, Taree, Moree, Inverell, Port Macquarie and Coffs Harbour.

The North West NSW Regional Training Hub is managed by the University of Newcastle Department of Rural Health and funded by the Australian Government. The Regional Training Hub’s objectives are to identify students with an interest in practising rurally and facilitate access to training early in their careers; enable students intending to practice rurally to complete as much of their medical training as possible within rural and regional areas; and to support local health professionals to provide clinical training and supervision, develop new training positions, and support junior medical officers with ongoing mentorship.

What we offer

In addition to working for a university that is breaking boundaries, discovering new ways of thinking and cementing a place as a global leader, we offer a range of benefits to our employees to ensure you balance your commitments, stay healthy and work effectively. 

These include: 

• The remuneration for this position is pro-rated from $71,626 - $77,858 p.a. + superannuation and is commensurate with skills and experience
• Flexible working arrangements (in line with the University’s Flexible Work Policy
• 17% super and salary packaging
• Additional University Holiday days, generous personal leave and parental leave, annual leave loading and additional purchased leave scheme
• Discounts in private health insurance, gym memberships, software, travel and more
• Wellbeing programs

Your next steps 

Please visit here for a guide on how to apply for a role. 

If viewing this on a job board other than the University's please click ‘Apply’ to reach the University's website, where a copy of the Position Description can be accessed. Please download a copy before commencing your application. 

Your application must include: 

• Your resume
• A cover letter outlining your motivation to apply for this opportunity
•  A statement addressing the Essential Criteria listed below demonstrating your qualifications and experience with examples.

1. Completion of a diploma-level qualification with relevant work related experience; or an equivalent combination of relevant experience and/or education/training.
2. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with a demonstrated ability to build and maintain effective relationships.
3. Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite.
4. Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
5. Ability to handle multiple tasks efficiently in a busy environment and make sound decisions within sphere of responsibility, taking ownership for delivering to plan and on time. 
6. Knowledge of, and experience in adhering to workplace policies and procedures in the areas of work health safety, equity, diversity and promoting a respectful workplace culture.

To ensure that your application receives full consideration, it's important to structure and address the selection criteria outlined in the application process. This helps us better understand your experience and suitability for the role. We appreciate your attention to this matter and look forward to reviewing your application.

Please upload your Cover Letter and response to the requested Criteria as one PDF document.

Your Cover Letter and Response to the Essential Criteria should not exceed 4 pages (approximately 2,000 words).

For specific position enquiries, please contact Allison Bone, Acting Senior Manager on (02) 6755 3552 or via email Allison.Bone@newcastle.edu.au

Having Difficulties? Please reach out to us: employment@newcastle.edu.au

Closing date: Wednesday 20^th November 2024 at 11.59pm AEST

We are excited to be Looking Ahead with you

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