At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a high-performing team in data governance and health service planning.
- Company: Healthy North Coast, dedicated to improving community health across the stunning north coast region.
- Benefits: Above award salaries, not-for-profit salary packaging, 14 weeks parental leave, and professional development support.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace committed to diversity, equity, and creating a thriving environment for all.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on health outcomes while fostering collaboration and innovation.
- Qualifications: Experience in data governance, analytics, and strong leadership skills required.
The predicted salary is between 18549 - 18549 $ per year.
base location negotiable across office locations: Tweed Heads, Ballina, Coffs Harbour or Port Macquarie. hybrid work with office / home-based options.
Who we are
Healthy North Coast (HNC) is an independent, not-for-profit organisation committed to improving the health of our North Coast communities through quality primary health care. We proudly deliver the Primary Health Network (PHN) Program across the stunning north coast region from Tweed Heads to Port Macquarie across Bundjalung, Githabul, Gumbaynggirr, Dunghutti, Birpai and Yaegl lands.
Benefits, culture & inclusion
- be part of a high performing team making an everyday difference to the health of North Coast communities
- above award salaries, plus not-for-profit salary packaging benefits available up to $18,549 per annum
- 14 weeks paid parental leave and additional paid leave at end of year
- commitment to professional growth with learning and development support
- Employee Assistance Program.
At Healthy North Coast, we are committed to creating a workplace where diversity, equity and inclusion are lived values. We recognise, respect and celebrate Aboriginal peoples, LGBTQ+ peoples, people with experiences of disability and neurodiversity, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, refugees and people seeking asylum, people across different ages and life stages, people from rural and remote communities, people with caring responsibilities, and all who contribute their skills, perspectives and lived experience. Our workplace is grounded in safety, dignity and belonging — free from discrimination, harassment, and exclusion — so that every person can thrive.
About the role
The Associate Director, Planning, Data and Analytics is a strategic leadership role responsible for driving data-informed decision making and evidence-informed health service planning across Healthy North Coast. Leading a high-performing team, the successful candidate will oversee data governance, analytics, health needs assessments, planning for outcomes and value, performance reporting while building organisational capability in data use and data-informed leadership. Representing Healthy North Coast at state and national levels, this role offers the opportunity to shape healthcare planning, foster collaboration across Primary Health Networks and with partners, and deliver meaningful insights that improve health outcomes for communities across the region.
About you
To excel in this position, you will have / bring:
- Knowledge and experience: in data governance, privacy impact assessments, statistics and analysing data to inform decision making and services planning
- Analytical thinking: The ability to make sense of information and draw logical conclusions
- Delegating: The preparedness and ability to ensure work is distributed appropriately to team members
- Coaching: The capacity to work closely with individuals to improve their competence and performance
- Commercial awareness: The comprehension of the factors important to commercial success and business performance
- Communicating: The ability to tailor spoken/written communication to ensure the desired message is both given and received
- People leadership: The ability to manage, develop, support and coach people to achieve success
- Knowledge of and commitment to: Work Health and Safety, Equal Employment Opportunity, Cultural Safety, and Continuous Improvement principles
- Relevant post graduate qualification: in computer science, epidemiology, statistics or health services planning and/or equivalent management experience.
Please contact us if you require any considerations to participate in the recruitment process at ****@hnc.org.au.
Applications close 12:00 noon Monday 10 August 2026.
Associate Director, Planning and Data Analytics in Port Macquarie employer: Healthy North Coast
Healthy North Coast is an exceptional employer dedicated to enhancing the health of our communities while fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment. With competitive salaries, generous parental leave, and a strong commitment to professional development, employees are empowered to thrive both personally and professionally. The hybrid work model across beautiful locations like Tweed Heads and Port Macquarie allows for a balanced lifestyle, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful and rewarding employment in the health sector.
