Program Manager

**Job no**: 503606
**Work type**: Fixed Term
**Location**: South Brisbane
**Categories**: Research

Mater Research are looking for a **Program Manager** to join the team This **full time, maximum term (until June 2028)**role will be based at our **South Brisbane campus.**

Mater Research is a recognised leader in medical research. Our bench to bedside philosophy sees us working across Mater Health’s hospitals and health services, The University of Queensland, and the world-class Translational Research Institute (TRI).

We are committed to working closely with Mater Health, Mater Education and our growing network of partners and collaborators to turn scientific discovery into the best possible treatment, care, and outcomes for patients and our broader community.

**Salary range: $60.81 - $64.35 per hour plus 12% superannuation and**access to not-for-profit salary packaging up to $15,900** +**access to many staff benefits

**What you’ll be doing**

The Program Manager will oversee day-to-day operations of the Queensland eConsultant (QeC) service and establish strong relationships with stakeholders. This role involves managing project activities, ensuring compliance with funding obligations, and providing support for administrative, financial, and contractual responsibilities.

The main focus is to project manage the expansion of the QeC Service at Mater, aiming to provide timely advice to GPs across Queensland from specialists and potentially reduce the need for outpatient referral through asynchronous communication.
- Manage day-to-day operations of the Queensland eConsultant service
- Develop relationships with stakeholders, including community, primary, and acute care partners
- Manage administrative operations, reporting, budgeting, and financial matters
- Lead reporting and budget development
- Liaise with funders and executive for project milestones
- Cultivate stakeholder relationships and maintain network
- Prepare operational protocols, reports, and communication materials
- Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and legislative requirements
- Lead and manage team members efficiently

**About you**
- Proficient in project and team operations management, budgeting, and HR support
- Strong understanding of formal project management methodologies
- Extensive project management experience or relevant combination of education/training
- Ability to lead project teams of varying sizes to successful completion
- Demonstrated leadership qualities and ability to support team development
- Excellent interpersonal skills and collaboration with diverse stakeholders
- Personal attributes of integrity, tact, sound judgement, respect for confidentiality, and patient autonomy; commitment to Mater Group's mission and goals

**Why join us?**

Mater is Queensland’s largest not-for-profit healthcare provider, delivering exceptional care to nearly 700,000 patients each year across 11 (soon to be 12) hospitals. We’re leaders in healthcare, education, fundraising & philanthropy and research — and it’s our people who make the difference.

We’re looking for passionate individuals to join our team and help shape the future of care. At Mater, you’ll be part of a purpose-driven organisation that values innovation, compassion, and excellence.
- **Increase your take-home pay** with generous salary packaging options, including meal and entertainment benefits
- **Grow your career** with access to industry-leading training and professional development through Mater Education
- **Wellbeing support** through our Employee Assistance Program and on-site pastoral care teams
- **Access a range of health and wellbeing services** with a corporate discount on private health insurance
- **Exclusive discounts** across dining, retail, travel, accommodation (just to name a few)
- **Stay active** with unlimited access to discounted gyms via the Fitness Passport program
- **Convenient, discounted on-site parking**:

- **Enjoy great food** with reduced prices at our campus cafés and coffee spots
- **Join Queensland’s Largest and Most Innovative Not-for-Profit Healthcare Team.**

Be part of something bigger. Make your move with Mater. **#MAKEYOURMATERMOVE**

Mater is committed to the wellbeing of their staff, and it is underpinned by our flexible and remote working policies.
- For more information regarding Reconciliation at Mater, please visit our _Reconciliation webpage_._

**Advertised**: 04 Aug 2025 E. Australia Standard Time
**Applications close**: 18 Aug 2025 E. Australia Standard Time