Job Description

Programs and Governance Officer (CPD homes, New Medical Specialties and Endorsement)

• Flexible working arrangements available
• 1-year fixed term
• Salary range: $96,598.92 - $105,888

About Us

The AMC’s purpose is to ensure that the standards of medical education, training and assessment promote and protect the health of the Australian community. Our work is underpinned by our values of Integrity, Cultural Safety, Collaboration, Openness and Accountability, Striving for Excellence, and Innovation.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

The AMC aims for a diverse workforce, so that we reflect the Australian community we serve. We believe that diversity improves ideas and results in better outcomes. Our employment policies reflect our commitment to diversity and inclusion. The AMC works closely with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and Māori stakeholders and is committed to ensuring a working environment that is inclusive and culturally safe at all times. All staff are required to participate in ongoing cultural safety training.

About the role:

As the Policy and Programs Officer, you will coordinate a small number of accreditation assessments each year, working closely with expert assessment teams, education providers, and the AMC’s Indigenous Policy and Programs (IPP) team to ensure culturally safe and inclusive processes. You will also provide high quality secretariat support to key AMC committees and contribute to policy, process, and standards development.

This role involves a mix of program coordination, committee support, stakeholder engagement, cultural governance, and policy work. You will manage multiple tasks with a reasonable degree of independence and play a key role in ensuring accreditation activities are evidence based, well governed, and aligned with AMC values.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate assessments of CPD Home providers, cosmetic surgery programs, and new medical specialty applications, ensuring culturally safe and evidence based processes.
• Support expert assessment teams, including scheduling, documentation, communication, and follow up actions.
• Provide high quality secretariat support to AMC committees, including agenda preparation, meeting coordination, minutes, and action tracking.
• Work collaboratively with the Indigenous Policy and Programs team to uphold the AMC’s Cultural Safety Protocol in all engagement and decision making.
• Manage stakeholder relationships and provide clear, culturally appropriate communication to providers, reviewers, and committee members.
• Contribute to accreditation policy projects, standards reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate program workplans, timelines, and deliverables to ensure successful project outcomes.

About You

You will bring strong organisational skills, excellent written communication, and the ability to manage complex information and relationships with sensitivity and professionalism. You enjoy working collaboratively, balancing multiple priorities, and contributing to culturally safe accreditation processes.

• Minimum one year of experience relevant to program coordination, accreditation, governance, or stakeholder engagement.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build effective working relationships.
• Excellent written communication, analysis, and synthesis skills.
• High attention to detail and strong administrative capability.
• Good judgement, emotional intelligence, and the ability to manage sensitive or complex issues.
• Proficiency in IT systems and record keeping.
• Flexibility for interstate travel and occasional extended hours.
• Experience in committee support, governance, or customer‑facing roles.
• Knowledge of the Australian health system, medical education, regulation, or accreditation.

Why Join the AMC

• Contribute to nationally significant accreditation and cultural safety work.
• Engage with diverse stakeholders across health, education, and regulatory sectors.
• Work in a supportive, purpose‑driven organisation committed to continuous improvement.
• Develop skills in accreditation, governance, policy, and program management.

Please visit the AMC careers page to view position description.

Copy and paste this link into your browser: https://www.amc.org.au/careers/

How to apply

If you are interested in applying, please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close 17th April 2026.

Shortlisting and interviews may commence during the
advertising period, and the role may be filled prior to the closing date.