Aged and Community Care Providers Association (ACCPA) is the national Industry Association for aged care providers offering retirement living, seniors housing, residential care, home care, community care, and related services. ACCPA exists to unite aged care providers under a shared vision to enhance the well-being of older Australians through a high performing, trusted, and sustainable aged care sector.

Benefits:
At ACCPA, we are dedicated to creating a supportive and rewarding work environment. We ensure our people are well-compensated, enjoy great benefits, and receive the support they need. We prioritise the wellness of our team and their families, fostering a culture of care and excellence.  If you are successful you will enjoy: 

• Five weeks paid annual leave (pro-rata)
• Annual professional development budget
• Competitive salary offered plus flexible working options 
• Access to employee assistance program 
• Inclusive culture where communication and collaboration thrive 

About the Role:
As a Project Officer, you will be responsible for supporting the implementation of ACCPA’s innovation strategy (InnovAGEING) that encourages a capable, innovative trusted sector and drives continuous improvement. This is a part time (0.6 FTE) role.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting a range of InnovAGEING activities, under the four key pillars of research, data insights, technology transformation and capacity building to encourage connection, visionary thinking, address key sector concerns and to promote ageing well across the sector.
• Coordination and administration of InnovAGEING projects and operational activities, including collaborative forums, the ITAC conference, networking and other events.
• Stakeholder engagement includes providing information and regular support to drive delivery of project outcomes.
• Identifying risk, barriers and advice on rectification strategies to ensure the success of projects and InnovAGEING activities.
• Preparing content for external facing communications to support the InnovAGEING marketing and communication plan.
• Identifying opportunities for strategy and process improvements, implement innovative solutions and foster a culture of innovation across project teams, organisation and the sector more broadly.

About You:
You will have a keen interest in improving the quality of life of older Australians through creative problem-solving and cutting-edge initiatives with the ability to manage time and tasks effectively.

You will also possess:

• Experience within the aged care sector or a sector where knowledge can be translated to underpin the delivery of ACCPA InnovAGEING initiatives.
• Commitment to evidence based best practice and understanding of key principles and drivers of innovation and digital transformation.
• Sound project management and exceptional organisational skills.
• Proficiency in the use of project management tools, digital technology and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to effectively engage with key stakeholders and to work collaboratively with diverse teams.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and take initiative on several simultaneous projects and activities to achieve positive outcomes.

We require federal police check as an essential selection component for this role, please consider this requirement when submitting your application.    

Want to know more? If interested in this role and would like to have a confidential chat about the role, please contact us on 1300 222 721. For a copy of the Position Description, please email: hr@ACCPA.asn.au

How to apply: Click here to apply via Seek and submit with your resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.