"Strategic Planning Support Specialist"

Job Description:

• Support Australia‑wide health and research priorities working at the intersection of complex national policy creation and strategy
• Work with leaders across government, research, industry and communities at the epicentre of a major 10‑year strategic planning process
• Part-time (0.8 FTE) appointment on a fixed term basis for 7 months.
• Base salary range: $116,262 – $127,078 p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Population Health Research Network (PHRN) is Australia’s nationally coordinated data linkage infrastructure, enabling secure access to linked health and human services data for high‑impact research and policy. The PHRN Program Office is leading a major 2026–2036 strategic planning process involving nationwide engagement, cross‑jurisdictional collaboration and sector‑wide consultation.

About the opportunity

• Provide high‑level strategic planning support, shaping the development of the PHRN Strategic Plan 2026–2036 and advising the Chief Executive and external consultants.
• Lead coordination of national consultation activities, managing logistics, documentation, and integration of diverse perspectives into strategic planning outputs.
• Develop sophisticated briefing materials, analyses and draft plan components that inform organisational strategy and executive decision‑making.

About you

• You bring advanced analytical, conceptual and planning capability, with experience contributing to complex strategic or policy initiatives.
• You excel at synthesising diverse policy, stakeholder and environmental inputs into clear, practical strategic advice.
• You are confident engaging with senior stakeholders across government, research, industry and community sectors.
• You demonstrate strong organisational and project management skills, capable of managing multifaceted workstreams autonomously.
• You communicate with exceptional clarity, producing high‑quality strategic documents, reports and consultation materials.

Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations.

Interstate travel may be required for this role

Position description: PD - Strategic Planning Support Specialist.pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Rebecca Glauert at rebecca.glauert@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button. The content of your Resume and Cover Letter should demonstrate how you meet the selection criteria.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Tuesday 31 March 2026

Candidates may be reviewed & interviewed prior to the scheduled end date, the role may be considered filled prior to the end date In the event a suitable candidate is successful through this process.

This position is only open to applicants with relevant rights to work in Australia

Please note: Unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted outside of formal channels.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

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Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

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