About us

The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Psychiatrists (RANZCP) is the leading membership organisation for training, accrediting, and representing psychiatrists across Australia and Aotearoa New Zealand.

Through conferences, publications, and initiatives, the College drives evidence-based practices, ensures high-quality, culturally aligned care, and works to enhance healthcare outcomes for Aboriginal, Torres Strait Islander, and Māori communities in alignment with reconciliation and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

About the Role

• Full-time, fixed-term opportunity until 31/03/2026.
• This is a remote position, with the flexibility to work from home anywhere in Australia.

The RANZCP has received Australian Government funding to deliver the Rural Readiness Project to enhance professional, clinical, and social orientation required to practice in rural regional and remote areas of Australia for psychiatry trainees.

This role is responsible for the delivery of seven face-to-face workshops across Australia, the management of a complementary social event prior to each workshop and the elements of contemporary project management, including but not limited to logistics, risk, budget and communications strategies. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Facilitate the timely delivery of seven (7) national face-to-face Rural Readiness Workshops, providing clinical and social orientation for psychiatrists working in rural, regional, and remote areas.
• Oversee project coordination and administration, including research, data analysis, development, implementation, and evaluation of Rural Readiness initiatives.

What You'll Bring

• Proven project and/or event management experience, including coordination, implementation, evaluation, and reporting.
• Experience in government-funded or membership-based programs (desirable).
• Understanding of medical education and/or the Australasian health system (desirable).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital tools for communication, data tracking and project management.
• Experience in membership or nonprofit organisations and a passion for mental health (advantageous).
• Australian/New Zealand citizenship or right to work in Australia.
• Willingness to undergo a National Police Check and obtain a satisfactory clearance.

Some of What’s on Offer:

• Total Remuneration Package (TRP) from $70,000 to $90,000 inclusive of superannuation and leave loading.
• One paid day off each month (for full-time employees).
• 12 weeks of gender-neutral paid parental leave for both primary and secondary caregivers.
• Supportive, flexible and inclusive culture.

About the Application Process

To apply, please upload a single document combining your resume and cover letter—outlining how you meet the key selection criteria—via the Expr3ss link. Reviewing the position description before applying is highly recommended.

For any queries, contact us at [email protected], using the subject line: Events and Project Officer - Rural Psychiatry Training Pathway (RPTP) Rural Readiness - Remote / Work From Home enquiry via EthicalJobs. No agencies, please.

A position description is attached.

Diversity and Inclusion

At RANZCP, creating a workplace where diversity, inclusion, and authenticity thrive is a priority. Applications are warmly welcomed from people of all backgrounds, whether you're First Nations, LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, or come from a wide range of ages, ethnicities, faiths, and lived and living experiences. We're all about embracing what makes you, you.

Applications close at 5pm (AEST) on Wednesday, 30 April.

This is a re-advertised position—early applications are encouraged, and interviews may be scheduled as suitable candidates apply