Senior Project Officer

Senior Project Officer - Program Management Office (PMO) Fixed Term, Full‑time appointment with the possibility of extension and/or permanency. About the Role We’re seeking a highly organised and motivated Senior Project Officer to join our Program Management Office (PMO) team. This is an exciting time to help shape the future of CAHS as we strengthen our focus on strategic planning, governance, and portfolio assurance to deliver initiatives that support our mission: healthier futures for WA’s kids. This role offers a unique opportunity to advance your knowledge of our complex health setting and inter‑dependencies across acute hospital, outpatient, and community services. As Senior Project Officer you will support the Director PMO and work closely with clinical and operational leaders to prioritise, plan, and execute complex initiatives that deliver strategic change, reform, clinical service redesign, safe, efficient, and family‑centred care, and long‑term system sustainability. Key Responsibilities Contribute across the full project lifecycle, supporting robust governance and assurance to ensure projects meet quality, risk, budget, and timeline requirements. Apply effective change management strategies and coach teams and leaders in contemporary practice. Develop end‑to‑end project documentation, including work plans, briefing notes, progress reports, and ministerial correspondence. Leverage activity and financial data to inform and contribute to the development of business cases, strategic, and project plans. Develop and maintain reporting standards, monitor and present performance status reports to both internal and external stakeholders. Represent CAHS within state‑wide working groups and foster strong relationships with WA Health entities, clinicians and community stakeholders. Qualifications and Experience The ideal candidate will have considerable experience in project management, with the ability to plan and manage effectively. Prior experience in healthcare will be highly regarded but is not essential. About the PMO The Program Management Office (PMO) at CAHS oversees the planning, delivery, performance, and governance of key initiatives and projects across the organisation. Its role is to ensure all activities align with CAHS’s mission of creating healthier futures for infants, children, and young people in Western Australia, through clinical reform, system efficiency, and innovation. How to Apply We welcome your application via the ‘Apply for Job’ button at the bottom of this page. Your application should include: A statement addressing selection criteria as per the Job Description Form (2–3 pages maximum). A copy of your current CV outlining your most recent and relevant work experience. The name, email and contact details of two referees who can provide a confidential report (we will contact you for confirmation before reaching out). Eligibility to Apply Australian citizenship or permanent residency is an essential requirement for applicants to be considered for permanent positions in the public sector. Applicants with eligible working visas may apply for fixed‑term opportunities. Other Conditions WA Health engages staff in positions of trust and responsibility. Applicants will be required to undertake criminal records screening and integrity checking as part of the appointment process. Referees may also be asked to comment on an applicant’s integrity and past demonstration of ethical behaviour. WA Health is committed to eliminating all forms of discrimination in the provision of our service. We embrace diversity and strongly encourage applications from people from culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disabilities. We are committed to growing our Aboriginal workforce as part of WA Health Aboriginal Workforce Policy. Section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 applies to this position and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged to apply. Contact Contact Dino Valentini, Director PMO – | 08 6456 5154. #J-18808-Ljbffr