Senior Coordinator, HCF Research Foundation
About HCF
At HCF, our purpose is to bring our human touch to healthcare. Since 1932 we’ve been putting our members and their health first. As Australia’s largest not-for-profit health fund, we cover over 1.7 million members with health, life, travel and pet insurance and our vision is to make healthcare understandable, affordable, high quality and member centric.
We want to be true health partners to our members, easily guiding the healthcare choices that are right for them. At HCF, our values are the way we do things and create the necessary culture to help us realise our purpose and deliver our 2025 Strategy. Living our values in action we step forward, walk in their shoes, stay human, make it better and get there together.
About the Role
Since its inception in 2000, the HCF Research Foundation (RF) has invested more than $29 million into health services research to improve health outcomes, making sure all Australians get the right treatment at the right time, and in the right setting. The research projects address key healthcare issues such as low value aged care, pain management and improving the hospital discharge process to better empower patients.
The Senior Coordinator, HCF Research Foundation reports to the Head of HCF Research Foundation and is responsible for administration of RF functions in line with the revised strategy of the HCF Research Foundation and HCF policy and protocols to deliver the RF objectives. This includes:
- coordination of the multiple RF grant stream allocation processes;
- management of allocated grants and liaison with grant recipients on contracts, project deliverables and reporting
- coordination of RF marketing and communication activities
This role also supports the Head of HCF Research Foundation in the governance of the RF, including the preparation of internal reports and RF Board papers, and coordinator of the Research Advisory Committee and the Project Evaluation Sub-Committee.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the delivery of RF objectives through provision of administrative support to the HoRF and the coordination and delivery of key RF functions, including grant allocation and management processes
- Implement RF Grants agreements and ongoing monitoring of agreements with grant recipients in accordance with project deliverables
- Ensure the maintenance of contractual records and documentation, including the receipt and control of grant correspondence
- Develop and maintain effective relationships and communication with key internal stakeholders
- Support the head of RF, EA Member Health and company secretariat to complete the governance and administrative requirements of the RF
- Ensure web content is updated, including ensuring requests are sent in time for the opening / closing of grant funding
About You
- Demonstrated high level organisational and administration skills to complete the administrative and governance requirements of the RF
- Experience with contract management and proven capacity to interpret contract terms
- High quality written and verbal communication skills
- High integrity and ability to develop positive, productive relationships with grant recipients and external stakeholders
- Excellent organisation & administration skills, and a high level of attention to detail
Culture
Working in the health insurance industry, we know how important it is to prioritise the wellbeing of our own people. We want to provide you with the skills and tools you need to support your wellbeing journey, so that you can be at your best.
We’re all about creating a fantastic people experience, guided by our values, so that we can in turn better deliver for our members. We work with our people to create a work experience that is inclusive, supportive, safe and respectful so we can do the best for our members.
Come and join our HCF team!
Benefits
- 50% subsidy on HCF Private Health Insurance
- Flexible working arrangements including the opportunity to work from Home (WFH), hybrid or from our modern Sydney offices
- 18 weeks Parental Leave for all new parents
- Mental Health & Wellbeing programs
- Discounts on HCF’s suite of products, life, pet, travel and general insurance
- Growing your career at HCF is a priority for us. We fill approximately 40% of our roles internally! To support your growth and development we have many learning opportunities internally and externally with study leave and study assistance to further support. With our flexible working arrangements, growing with us is made easier in our own uncommon way.
A career with us - how to apply
Please check out our website at https://www.hcf.com.au/about-us/careers
HCF is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal and fair consideration for employment. Applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander are actively encouraged to apply. All potentially successful candidates will be required to complete background checks which will include a police clearance prior to confirmation of employment.
About HCF
At HCF, our purpose is to bring our human touch to healthcare. Since 1932 we’ve been putting our members and their health first. As Australia’s largest not-for-profit health fund, we cover over 1.7 million members with health, life, travel and pet insurance and our vision is to make healthcare understandable, affordable, high quality and member centric.
We want to be true health partners to our members, easily guiding the healthcare choices that are right for them. At HCF, our values are the way we do things and create the necessary culture to help us realise our purpose and deliver our 2025 Strategy. Living our values in action we step forward, walk in their shoes, stay human, make it better and get there together.
About the Role
Since its inception in 2000, the HCF Research Foundation (RF) has invested more than $29 million into health services research to improve health outcomes, making sure all Australians get the right treatment at the right time, and in the right setting. The research projects address key healthcare issues such as low value aged care, pain management and improving the hospital discharge process to better empower patients.
The Senior Coordinator, HCF Research Foundation reports to the Head of HCF Research Foundation and is responsible for administration of RF functions in line with the revised strategy of the HCF Research Foundation and HCF policy and protocols to deliver the RF objectives. This includes:
- coordination of the multiple RF grant stream allocation processes;
- management of allocated grants and liaison with grant recipients on contracts, project deliverables and reporting
- coordination of RF marketing and communication activities
This role also supports the Head of HCF Research Foundation in the governance of the RF, including the preparation of internal reports and RF Board papers, and coordinator of the Research Advisory Committee and the Project Evaluation Sub-Committee.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to the delivery of RF objectives through provision of administrative support to the HoRF and the coordination and delivery of key RF functions, including grant allocation and management processes
- Implement RF Grants agreements and ongoing monitoring of agreements with grant recipients in accordance with project deliverables
- Ensure the maintenance of contractual records and documentation, including the receipt and control of grant correspondence
- Develop and maintain effective relationships and communication with key internal stakeholders
- Support the head of RF, EA Member Health and company secretariat to complete the governance and administrative requirements of the RF
- Ensure web content is updated, including ensuring requests are sent in time for the opening / closing of grant funding
About You
- Demonstrated high level organisational and administration skills to complete the administrative and governance requirements of the RF
- Experience with contract management and proven capacity to interpret contract terms
- High quality written and verbal communication skills
- High integrity and ability to develop positive, productive relationships with grant recipients and external stakeholders
- Excellent organisation & administration skills, and a high level of attention to detail
Culture
Working in the health insurance industry, we know how important it is to prioritise the wellbeing of our own people. We want to provide you with the skills and tools you need to support your wellbeing journey, so that you can be at your best.
We’re all about creating a fantastic people experience, guided by our values, so that we can in turn better deliver for our members. We work with our people to create a work experience that is inclusive, supportive, safe and respectful so we can do the best for our members.
Come and join our HCF team!
Benefits
- 50% subsidy on HCF Private Health Insurance
- Flexible working arrangements including the opportunity to work from Home (WFH), hybrid or from our modern Sydney offices
- 18 weeks Parental Leave for all new parents
- Mental Health & Wellbeing programs
- Discounts on HCF’s suite of products, life, pet, travel and general insurance
- Growing your career at HCF is a priority for us. We fill approximately 40% of our roles internally! To support your growth and development we have many learning opportunities internally and externally with study leave and study assistance to further support. With our flexible working arrangements, growing with us is made easier in our own uncommon way.
A career with us - how to apply
Please check out our website at https://www.hcf.com.au/about-us/careers
HCF is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal and fair consideration for employment. Applicants who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander are actively encouraged to apply. All potentially successful candidates will be required to complete background checks which will include a police clearance prior to confirmation of employment.
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