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$134,653 per annum plus superannuation
About the role
Capital Health Network (CHN) is seeking an accomplished and strategic leader to take on the new role of Senior Manager Commissioning—a senior leadership position critical to delivering high quality, outcome-focused health services across the health system through commissioning. The role leads the full commissioning cycle at CHN, from assessing needs to establishing services, managing contracts, monitoring performance and evaluating outcomes.
The successful candidate will provide leadership, strategic support and management to the Commissioned Services Team, while also having a solid understanding of technical aspects of the commissioning. This includes in-depth knowledge of the ACT health sector, advanced stakeholder engagement skills and expertise in contract management.
About the team
The Senior Manager Commissioning leads Commissioned Services Team. The team works closely with CHN-funded health service providers to facilitate improved health outcomes across the ACT region, in program areas such as mental health, aged care, Alcohol or Other Drugs (AOD) and more. Reporting directly to the General Manager Health System Improvement, this role also works collaboratively with CHN internal teams to drive strategic quality improvement initiatives. This involves not only co-designing new services, but also modifying, transforming and reorganising existing services to enhance performance and better meet the health needs of Canberrans.
See yourself in our team
To effectively support CHN’s goals and objectives in commissioning, you will lead a high-performing team by providing clear directions, overseeing team-level planning and budgeting, while actively contributing to CHN-wide operational and functional strategies. You will be a strength-based leader who combines technical components of commissioning with strong team management–empowering staff to excel in cross-team collaboration and innovation. You will use your high-level relationship skills to engage with CHN internal teams through planning and procurement, and externally with government partners, primary health care providers and community organisations.
In this new leadership role, you will have the opportunity to position yourself at the heart of meaningful, impactful change. Your role in establishing and operationalising commissioning processes will see you drive system change towards more integrated, innovative and value-based health care in the ACT.
Work location
This position is based in our newly renovated and modern office, located in the heart of the Belconnen town centre. We support flexibility and a hybrid work model at CHN and are happy to work with the successful candidate to ensure balance between work and life.
Working at CHN
At CHN you will have an opportunity to work with professional subject matter experts and experienced leaders who encourage and support you to develop your interests, expertise and achieve your ambitions.
Some of the reasons CHN employees love working here include:
Work-life balance and wellbeing
- Paid December leave: Recharge during our annual close-down period with additional paid leave.
- Comprehensive leave options: Access leave entitlements on top of Annual Leave, including Family and Wellbeing Leave, as well as Religious, Cultural and Ceremonial Leave.
Flexible work arrangements
- Hybrid work: Enjoy flexible working options designed to promote a sustainable work-life balance.
- Purchase additional leave: Create more time for yourself when you need it with the ability to purchase up to 2 weeks of extra leave per year.
Career growth and development
- Continuous Learning Programs: Participate in ongoing learning opportunities to expand your skills and expertise.
- Professional Development Fund: Access a dedicated fund to support your professional development goals.
- Study leave: Take advantage of our generous study leave option to support your learning and development goals, while balancing work commitments.
Meaningful and impactful work
- Purposeful work in health: Be part of fulfilling, varied work that advances how health care is delivered in Canberra, improving health outcomes for ACT the community.
- Collaborate with health experts: Work alongside key health professionals and stakeholders across the health sector, contributing to impactful initiatives.
Culture and Community
- Supportive, collaborative workplace: Join a team environment built on collaboration and mutual support.
- Diverse and inclusive environment: Thrive in a workplace that prioritises diversity, inclusion and wellbeing.
- Sustainability and social impact: Support our commitment to sustainability as we partner with others who make responsible choices for people and the planet.
Financial benefits and rewards
- Competitive remuneration package: Receive a competitive salary with an attractive benefits package, through salary packaging of up to $15,900 of your pre-tax income per FBT year to maximise your take-home pay.
- Above-standard superannuation: Pursue long-term financial wellbeing with contributions that are always 0.5% higher than the Super Guarantee.
Position Salary
$67.93 per hour (approximately $134,653 per annum) plus superannuation
How to apply
Applications close: 11.59pm, 22 April 2025
Employment type: Permanent, Full Time
Position documentation can be found here.
Please apply using the ‘apply’ button below. Your application MUST include a cover letter addressing how your skills, experience and expertise will meet the functional competencies (max. 2 pages), salary expectations, and your CV (max. 4 pages). Please do not send your applications to the recruitment email address.
Please note: Applicants are required to have full Australian work rights at the time of application and include details of any visa limitations and end dates in the application cover letter.
For further enquiries: Please contact Anais le Gall, General Manager Health System Improvement: recruitment@chnact.org.au
CHN, ACT’s PHN welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. Capital Health Network will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with cultural requirements and/or individuals with a disability throughout the recruitment process.
If you identify as a person who may require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via recruitment@chnact.org.au or 02 6287 8023 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs.