Project Coordinator – Health Planning and Program Management

• Newly created position - actively contribute to health service project management.
• Fixed term to 30 June 2026 (Full-time or part-time 0.8FTE)
• Salary ($80k-$85k) + super + not-for-profit salary packaging
• Location: Hobart, Launceston or Ulverstone – your choice

About theopportunity

Primary Health Tasmania is proud to be at the forefront of improving health services for Tasmanians by designing and implementing multiple health projects and programs. We're looking for a super organised Project Coordinator to support our rapidly developing team in the delivery of a portfolio of health projects.

In this brand-new role, you'll be at the heart of our project operations, making sure everything runs smoothly day-to-day. You'll engage with stakeholders, keep everyone in the loop with clear communication and maintain top-notch project documentation.

What you would be doing

Your focus will be:

• Maintain project documentation using MS tools such as MS Planner, Excel, Word and SharePoint
• Track project deliverables and coordinate resources to meet timelines and objectives
• Facilitate collaboration across teams and project stakeholders
• Coordinate meetings and workshops and support the preparation and updating of materials and communications

Here's what you'll look like

• Project Coordination, Administration: Experience in coordinating projects, action planning or project administration (project experience in a health or community services setting would be advantageous). Good working experience with Microsoft suite of tools.
• Communication and Relationship-Building: Ability to connect with and build relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.
• Adaptability and Problem-Solving: Proactive in meeting project needs, working independently, and finding practical solutions.

Benefits of working with us…

• Salary packaging up to $15,900 – Use your pre-tax salary for everyday living expenses – you pay less tax and have more money to spend.
• Up to $2,650 of pre-tax income can be used to pay for entertainment expenses (meals, holiday accommodation etc.)
• Hybrid working option – blend of working from the office and home (subject to conditions and after completion of 6 months)
• Generous leave and family care benefits, such as; additional 5 days of paid Carer's Leave per year, paid Parental Leave, 3 days of paid leave between Christmas and New Year
• Discounted private health insurance
• Friendly and inclusive workplace culture which embraces the diversity of its people

Here's some information about us…

We are a not-for-profit organisation funded by the Australian Government to connect care and keep Tasmanians well and out of hospital. We are one of 31 Primary Health Networks (PHNs) in Australia and operate statewide with offices in Hobart, Launceston and Ulverstone. Our people and our values are an important part of what makes Primary Health Tasmania a great place to work. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values – Teamwork, Respect, Accountability and Courage.

How to apply

If you are excited to make your mark in a brand-new position and join a dedicated team who make a meaningful difference every day, please get in touch.

Be sure to make your application stand out by providing a current resume and a cover letter describing your motivation for applying, and how your unique skills, experience and values align with the requirements of the role as outlined in the Position Description found on our website:

We encourage you to reach out to learn more about this role by contacting Angela Munro – Heath Program Manager on

The successful candidate will be required to undergo pre-employment checks including reference checks, Nationally Coordinated Criminal History Check or other screening as necessary depending on the role.

Applications close: COB Tuesday 7 October 2025

**Please note: We may commence interviews prior to this date and close the vacancy early if the right candidate is found, so, please apply as soon as possible.

Diversity Statement

We welcome and encourage applications from people across our diverse community, especially from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants.  We recognise the richness that diversity brings to our workplace and believe everyone has the right to feel safe, respected, valued and heard regardless of their ages, nationalities, abilities, religions, genders, sexualities and cultural identities.

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