beyondblue: the national depression initiative is a national not for profit organisation working to increase awareness and improve treatment of depression, anxiety and related substance use disorders and reduce the associated stigma.

We are looking for a skilled and experienced Program and Evaluation Manager (PEM) who has tertiary qualifications and a strong background in mental health and early childhood education. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing beyondblue’s participation in the KidsMatter Early Childhood Initiative (KEC), in particular managing and monitoring an external evaluation project and making a significant contribution to program content.
KEC is a fourfold venture between the Australian Government Department of Health and Ageing; the Australian Psychological Society Early Childhood Australia and beyondblue. The two year national pilot is due to commence in the second half of 2009 and will involve 100 to 150 long day care and pre-school sites. The long term view is broader dissemination of the program in 2011 and beyond.

Reporting directly to the Program Director Education and Early Childhood, the successful applicant will work collaboratively with project partners, contribute extensively to program content development and manage an external evaluation project.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate extensive experience in:
• project management in children’s / early childhood mental health
• research and analysis including a thorough understanding of program evaluation involving both qualitative and quantitative methodologies

Knowledge of emotional development in young children, and mental health issues facing this group is also necessary.
If this is an accurate description of your credentials, we are keen to receive your application.

Please submit your resume and a succinct covering letter to jobs@beyondblue.org.au by COB Friday 3 July 2009.

Further information can be found at www.beyondblue.org.au (About Us > Jobs at beyondblue)

Please note unsolicited agency applications will be politely declined.
Posted: 25/6/09

ACON is the leading health promotion agency for NSW’s gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community. ACON also provides information, support and advocacy for people living with HIV or at risk of acquiring HIV, including sex workers and people who use drugs.

HIV Men’s Health Promotion Officer

Are you looking for a rewarding and diverse job?

We’re looking for a motivated, dedicated and dynamic HIV Men’s Health Promotion Officer to work with HIV+ men to improve their health and wellbeing. You’ll conduct ongoing peer and support groups, social events, workshop courses, and assist with the development of targeted campaigns and other health promotion resources including web content, pamphlets and brochures. Group facilitation skills are essential. 

This is a part time position (21 hours/week) and it’s based in Sydney.

Applications for this position close Friday 3 July 2009. For all the details, download the specific job pack from the ACON website (www.acon.org.au/jobs) or contact our reception after 11am Monday to Friday on (02) 9206 2000.

ACON is an EEO employer and encourages people with HIV, in particular, to apply.

www.acon.org.au

Posted: 29/6/09

ACON is the leading health promotion agency for NSW’s gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender community. ACON also provides information, support and advocacy for people living with HIV or at risk of acquiring HIV, including sex workers and people who use drugs.

Diversity Training Co-ordinator

We're seeking an experienced, skilled and dedicated individual to design and coordinate our diversity training program on GLBT and HIV issues. Your strong writing and oral communication skills and experience in diversity training will be used to design and deliver leading edge training resources and programs to corporate, government and non-government organisations, and support other parts of ACON to do the same.

It’s an initial 6-month contract and it’s based in Sydney.

Applications close Friday 3 July 2009. For all the details, download the job pack from the ACON website (www.acon.org.au/jobs) or contact our reception after 11am Mon-Fri on 9206 2000.

ACON is an EEO employer and encourages people with HIV, in particular, to apply.

www.acon.org.au

Posted: 29/6/09

Relationships Australia (RA) is a leading national provider of relationship support services, which aims to support all Australians to achieve positive and respectful relationships.  Relationships Australia is a not-for-profit, secular, national federation, delivering a wide range of services from over 133 locations across Australia. The national organisation is an Association governed by a Board.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead and manage RA’s National Office.  The role will support federation members, and play a key role in liaising with government departments and the community services sector generally.  In addition, this position will advise the Board on matters affecting the health of the federation and strategic directions for the national organisation, in conjunction with the CEO Committee.

The successful candidate will have highly developed interpersonal and communication skills; demonstrated experience in collaboration; ability to analyse and plan strategically and demonstrate a high level of networking and liaison experience particularly with government, community and business sectors.  The successful applicant will be self motivated and possess strong initiative.

An attractive salary, which includes the use of a vehicle, will be negotiated with the successful applicant..

Job and person specification:    http://www.relationships.com.au/vacancy_list   or HR on (08) 8216 5216

Further information: Lorraine Baker, HR Manager,  Phone 08 82165210
Written Applications:  Applications with curriculum vitae and three referees to Ms Lorraine Baker, Human Resources Manager, L.Baker@rasa.org.au
Closing Date:  Monday 6 July 2009 by 5.00pm
Posted: 25/6/09

Do you enjoy developing and influencing teaching and learning and have a genuine commitment to improving the quality of health practices and services?

The Victorian College of Optometry is a not-for-profit membership based organisation based in Carlton.  Its broad mission is to lead and advance the science, education and practice of optometry.  It operates publicly funded optometry services in metropolitan Melbourne and the Victorian Eyecare Service in regional Victoria.

The Clinical Services Division has recently reorganised its management structure and provides an opportunity for an innovative and experienced manager to lead and develop new directions in learning, teaching and quality services.

You will have tertiary qualifications in education, health or management with significant experience in leadership.  Strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills are essential and demonstrated ability to be forward thinking and committed to building strong client relationships.

An attractive salary package is offered according to experience and qualifications including 17% employer superannuation.

A position description and selection criteria is available on our website under clinical services/employment opportunities at www.vco.org.au.  Please contact Mitchell Anjou on 9349 7440 for further information.  Applications to Manager Human Resources at imcmullen@vco.org.au by Friday 10 July.
Posted: 29 June

An Equal Opportunity Employer

*   Pivotal Leadership Opportunity
*   National Organization
*   Remuneration Package up to $170,000

The Sydney Division of Engineers Australia with our office located in Chatswood is seeking to fill the key position of Executive Director. 

Engineers Australia is a highly regarded and influential national professional institution with almost 89,000 members.  It supports engineers in building their careers, it sets standards of engineering and practice, maintains a code of ethics, and represents engineering to government and the community.  There are approximately 19,500 members in the area covered by the Sydney Division which has eight staff. 

The Executive Director is responsible to the Chief Executive for ensuring the efficient and effective operation of the Division, and providing support to the local Division Committee and President. This includes managing the provision of member services including a wide range of continuing professional development activities, enhancing industry and government relations, implementing flagship events and promotional activities and developing and introducing relevant initiatives all aimed at raising the profile of engineering.

To be selected for this role you will need to have extensive management experience with a proven record of achievement and a reputation for high quality service delivery.  We are looking for a person with a good background in the areas of responsibility, with excellent leadership and people management skills. The person selected will contribute to building a successful team-based work environment that enables people to do well.

An appreciation and understanding of the practice of engineering, the challenges and opportunities facing the profession and a commitment to its continued development will be valued.

The position is based at Engineers Australia offices at 8 Thomas Street, Chatswood. An electronic version of the position description may be obtained by contacting George Mein, Manager People Development on (02) 6270 6560 or at the e-mail address below. 

Inquiries should be directed to the Chief Executive, Mr Peter Taylor at (02) 6270 6501.

Applications in the form of a summary of claims of no more than two pages plus a CV are to be forwarded by e-mail to gmein@engineersaustralia.org.au .

Applications to be received by Monday 13 July 2009
Posted 29/6/09

• Superior Leadership Qualities
• Community Services Sector
• Sydney Northern Beaches Location

Community Care (Northern Beaches) Inc, (CCNB) is a not for profit community organisation providing services in the community to frail aged people, people with disabilities, people with dementia and their carers.
Reporting to the Board Chair, this position is responsible for providing strategic leadership to create, evolve and implement strategies for the future success, growth and competitiveness of this organisation.

The successful applicant will meet the following criteria:
• At least 5 years experience in a management role.
• Capacity to provide senior level, sound Chief Executive Officer leadership beyond established precedence.
• Demonstrated comprehensive advanced level knowledge of the Community Services, Not for Profit and/or Aged Care sectors.
• High level Chief Executive Officer competencies i.e. vision, Board level interaction, leadership, strategic planning, financial management, organisation management, external relations and networking, human resources, management information systems and community service provision.
• Comprehensive experience in coordinating a flexible, multi-skilled team working environment and advanced interpersonal, communications and customer service skills.
• Tertiary qualifications in Social Work, Social Sciences or a related discipline with additional qualifications in management or with demonstrated competencies including multi-skilling into other streams preferably within Community Services, Health or Aged Care environments.
An attractive remuneration package will be negotiated with the successful applicant. Please call Pippa Lord for confidential enquiries.

Applications may be directed to:
Email: pippa@leanast.com.au
Tel: (02) 9410 3955 Mob: 0400 642 808
Posted: 25/6/09

The Institute of Actuaries of Australia is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and motivated individual to support its national program of continuing professional education activities across a broad range of events.  

This includes member meetings, special events and major seminars which focus on business topics such as insurance, investment, risk management, health, superannuation and sustainability.  Around 100 events are organised for members each year.  

This is a support role working closely with the Events team to coordinate the Institute’s program of events and maintain the Events section of the Institute website.  

This position requires an energetic person with strong time management and interpersonal skills, a high level of attention to detail and accuracy, the ability to handle multiple projects and work well under pressure.  

Three years experience in an events role is essential and flexibility with hours and onsite participation is required.  Experience working on business events and/or for an Association would be highly regarded.

Salary is commensurate with experience.

 Website www.actuaries.asn.au/events

 Applications in writing (no agencies please)

Please email to the Professional Development Manager, Institute of Actuaries of Australia, events@actuaries.asn.au