About the College: The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RANZCOG) is the leading standards body responsible for the training and education of specialists and GP obstetricians in obstetrics and gynaecology in Australia and New Zealand. RANZCOG is committed to the establishment and maintenance of the highest possible standards of practice in women's health and provides programs in training, accreditation and continuing professional development (CPD) that are responsive to the evolving health care needs of women. RANZCOG supports research into women's health and act as an advocate for women's healthcare by forging productive relationships with individuals, the community and professional organisations, both locally and internationally. Te Whiwhinga Mahi | The Opportunity The Training Directorate incorporates dedicated units to support the training programs, products and services offered by the College. The directorate comprises four main units that work closely together to plan, develop, monitor and deliver our various training programs. These include FRANZCOG & Subspecialty Training Programs, Procedural Training Programs, Selection, Accreditation & Specialist International Medical Graduates (SIMGs) and Examinations. In this full-time, 12-month fixed term role, reporting to the Training Accreditation Manager, you will contribute to ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of all RANZCOG accreditation activities relating to Fellowship, Subspecialty and Certificate and Procedural training programs, including the implementation of the National Health Practitioner Ombudsman’s (NHPO) model standards. Key Responsibilities: Assist with the development of and updates to the RANZCOG accreditation processes and guidelines, standards and criteria for the accreditation and re-accreditation of tertiary, suburban and rural training sites around Australia and New Zealand which are accredited by RANZCOG for all training programs Coordination and support of project work, such as the Integrated Training Program (ITP) review and roll out of the model standards and procedures Support of the RANZCOG accreditation and ongoing re-accreditation of tertiary, suburban and rural hospitals around Australia and New Zealand, which are accredited by RANZCOG as training sites for the FRANZCOG Training Program (i.e. the specialist training program leading to Fellowship of the RANZCOG), and accreditation activity for other RANZCOG training programs as directed Support of aspects of organising accreditation visits, including liaison with relevant staff at each hospital and the appropriate health jurisdiction Support with organising College panels (comprising Fellows of RANZCOG, trainee representatives and appropriate College staff) which conduct the above hospital visits Support in the arrangements for accreditation visits (face-to-face and virtual via videoconferencing) Support for the coordination of the Progress Report review process, undertaken between reaccreditation cycles Provide high level administrative support/coordination to relevant committee/s, attend Committee meetings, and support committee Chair/s and Deputy Chair/s as necessary Contribute to the planning, implementation and continuous improvement of initiatives and policies relating to accreditation as directed Ko wai koe | About you - Key Selection Criteria Sound experience gained in a professional environment in customer service, supporting committees and general administration Highly developed communication skills to support internal and external stakeholders from diverse backgrounds Excellent written communication skills, the ability to prepare accurate minutes, agendas and draft a range of correspondence and reports Sound planning and organising skills, including the ability to manage group email inboxes, effectively handle conflicting priorities, establish timeframes and meet deadlines Strong attention to detail and the ability to support improvements to procedures and process. Excellent administrative and data management skills, particularly with respect to accuracy and detail High level interpersonal skills, including the ability to work as part of a team and to liaise effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders Ability to research, understand and interpret standards, regulations, policy documentation and suggest solutions Expertise in the use of Windows-based PC applications with emphasis on database, word processing and spreadsheet software; MS Word, and Excel preferred The ability to work without close supervision, as a member of a team, be enthusiastic and self motivated Highly desirable experience with using Question Pro, Cognito and data base applications Highly desirable experience in evaluation, research, accreditation or compliance in education As an ideal candidate you will have: A relevant tertiary qualification and/or combination of equivalent relevant knowledge and experience in a senior organisational role, preferably in an educational or health setting Ka whiwhi koe i te aha | What you will get in return Working at RANZCOG means enjoying a strong sense of purpose and engaging in meaningful work every day. Some of our benefits include: Salary packaging Flexible and hybrid working conditions A range of leave options for all that life throws at you Commitment to wellbeing, inclusion and diversity We are proud to be an accredited Great Place to Work since 2023, with a current score of 89%! We are also recognised as a Work 180 Employer of Choice for Women since 2022 and recently ranked in the top 101 Workplaces for Women across Australia. You can find out more about all of our accreditations on our website! We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. We are committed to a culture of diversity and inclusion that embraces and celebrates the differences and similarities within our staff, trainee, and member workforce. We encourage applications from First Nations, LGBTQIA, and neurodivergent peoples; as well as parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities, and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality, and faith. Feel like you don’t meet all the requirements for this role? Studies have shown that women and ethnic minorities are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification. If you are interested in this role but feel your experience doesn’t align perfectly with the job description, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles at the College. Please visit our Careers at RANZCOG webpage for more information on our benefits, candidate support and to get an idea of what our recruitment process is like. TO APPLY: When submitting your application, please include your current CV and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria. You can view the Position Description here or by visiting the College vacancies list on our website. Applications Close: Friday 27 June 2025 11:59 PM (AEST). Please apply as soon as possible as applications will be shortlisted when they are received, and interviews may commence prior to the closing date. RANZCOG acknowledges and pays respect to the Traditional Custodians of the lands, waters and communities across Australia, on which our staff live and work, and to their Elders, past, present and future. Sovereignty has never been ceded. It always was and always will be, Aboriginal land. RANZCOG recognises the special status of Māori as tangata whenua in Aotearoa New Zealand and is committed to meeting its obligations as Te Tiriti o Waitangi partners.
