Careers and Personal Development Module
Example of Job Description and Selection Criteria Documentation
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DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND AGED CARE - AGED CARE AND PLANNING BRANCH
| SECTION | Program Development |
| TITLE | Program Development Officer |
| CLASSIFICATION | APS Level 5 |
| POSITION NUMBER | Several |
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DUTY STATEMENT
As a member of the Program Development team:
- Participate in developing strategic regional aged care plans for the development of new services.
- Assess applications for funding and approval in an objective and fair manner in line with legislation and Departmental guidelines.
- Monitor and evaluate new projects, transfers of existing aged care places, regional needs and service ratios.
- Represent the Department, consult and provide advice to stakeholders.
- Prepare written correspondence, including ministerial responses, submissions and reports.
- Consult and plan internally within the Branch and Department.
- Develop innovative projects and take the lead in particular areas of interest and expertise.
- Undertake travel as required.
SELECTION CRITERIA
- Proven analytical and problem solving skills including the ability to exercise sound judgment.
- Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills, both oral and written.
- Ability to work as an effective team member within a changing environment.
- Sound planning and administrative skills.
- An awareness of the issues in the provision of aged and community care services.
- Knowledge of, and commitment to, the principles and practices of workplace diversity, workplace participation and a safe working environment.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
- Willingness to undertake country travel as required.
- A current and valid motor vehicle license.