Position Description Project Officer, Mobile Phone Application Development 1.
OVERVIEW
Position
Project Officer, Mobile Phone Application Development
Employment status:
Part Time 3-4 month contract (max 26 days)
Accountability: Remuneration:
Location:
Accountable to the Marketing, Communications and Online Services Coordinator •
Commensurate with responsibilities of position and experience of successful candidate
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Salary packaging is available
Suite 5, 200 Sydney Road, Brunswick, 3056.
2. ORGANISATIONAL ENVIRONMENT Hepatitis Victoria is the peak not-for-profit community-based organisation working across the state for people affected by, or at risk of, viral hepatitis. It is governed by an independent Board of Directors with the Chief Executive Officer and staff performing the day to day duties. Hepatitis Victoria works to: • Provide leadership and coordination for the Victorian community response to viral hepatitis; • Build a strong and sustainable organisation that works effectively across all activities and is positioned to have greatest impact; • Raise community awareness and prevent the transmission of viral hepatitis; • Increase access to quality viral hepatitis information, care, treatment and support. The organisation strives to address the needs of priority populations affected by viral hepatitis including: For hepatitis B:
For hepatitis C:
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Culturally and linguistically diverse communities Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people
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People with hepatitis C
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People who inject drugs
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Pregnant women with hepatitis B and their children
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People in custodial settings
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Unvaccinated adults at risk of infection
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People living in rural/regional Victoria
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People from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds People with hepatitis C co-morbidities
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Young people
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3. OUR VISION AND VALUES OUR VISION A Victorian community where there are no new infections of viral hepatitis and where those with hepatitis maximise health and wellbeing. OUR VALUES •
Respect – We respect all people affected by viral hepatitis, working always to promote their dignity and to challenge stigma and discrimination
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Participation – We encourage people affected by viral hepatitis have input into our work and to have their voices heard in relation to their wellbeing
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Diversity – We seek to understand and value the diverse circumstances and cultures of the people and communities with whom we work
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Excellence – We aspire to do what we do well, and base our work on evidence of need and of effectiveness
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Integrity – We work according to a consistent set of values and principles at all times
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Innovation – We welcome new ideas, are open to change, and respond in innovative ways to new circumstances
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Impact – We strive for maximum impact in relation to viral hepatitis, and to promote the visibility of viral hepatitis issues in the community
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Collaborations – We seek to broaden our impact through strategic partnerships and collaborations with others who can have a positive impact on viral hepatitis
4. POSITION CONTEXT Hepatitis Victoria has received funding to develop a mobile application and is seeking to appoint a project officer to assist in the production of an application and related matters. The Project Officer is accountable to the Marketing, Communications and Online Services Coordinator for managing the successful delivery of a mobile phone application, from inception through to implementation and testing. The position is within the external relations and development section of the organisation. It reflects the commitment of Hepatitis Victoria to increasing the awareness amongst the Victorian community in relation to viral hepatitis. The position reflects the desire for information about hepatitis to be accessible to as many people as possible using a variety of different media, including mobile applications. The position will be responsible for researching, scoping, project managing, testing and delivering the mobile phone application. The Project Officer will work closely with the Marketing, Communications and Online Services Coordinator to achieve this, as well as collaborating with other service delivery staff, management, and potential consumers. 5. KEY RESPONSIBILITY AREAS 5.1 Research and scoping •
Developing, defining and scoping the mobile phone application (app) project, based on indepth research. This includes outlining goals, user characteristics, device capabilities, networking infrastructure and deployment environment.
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Planning, scheduling and managing the app project, including preparing a project plan.
5.2 Contract management
Position Description- Project Officer, Mobile Phone Application
May 2013
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Prepare and manage a tender process to engage app developers.
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Manage app developers including responding to enquiries, briefing and managing timelines, budget and delivery.
5.3 Design and testing • •
Collaborate with app developers and colleagues on the design, development, and QA process. Proactively contribute ideas and solutions to the ongoing development and improvement process.
5.4 Promotions and events •
Identify strategies to enlist the support of external people and organisations to assist in testing and promoting the app,
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Assist in implementing the app marketing strategy, including identifying online reviewers and media.
5.5 Teamwork •
Work with colleagues to ensure the development of the app is inclusive, functional and relevant to our communities.
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Prepare reports on the process with analysis and measurements of outcomes.
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Other duties commensurate with the position, as agreed.
5.6 General •
Abide by Hepatitis Victoria’s policies and procedures.
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Undertake general administrative duties to support the role.
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At all times maintain confidentiality of information about service users, members, staff, volunteers and other personnel.
5. KEY SELECTION CRITERIA Essential •
Experience in Apple iOS and Android development technologies.
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Knowledge of mobile and web standards, including design, functionality and interactivity.
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Knowledge of current mobile and web tech trends, techniques, and best practices.
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Experience in project management and delivering app projects on time and on budget.
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Detail-oriented with strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
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Passion for delivering innovative mobile solutions with a collaborative attitude.
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Ability to liaise constructively with a range of stakeholders including people with digital expertise, design and marketing expertise, and people affected by chronic illness.
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Understanding of online marketing and app launching.
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An ability to access a network of media contacts (bloggers, reviewers etc).
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The ability to develop an understanding of the complexities of viral hepatitis.
Position Description- Project Officer, Mobile Phone Application
May 2013
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A driver’s licence current for the State of Victoria.
6. GENERAL INFORMATION •
Hepatitis Victoria is committed to cultural diversity in the workplace, and is an equal opportunity employer. People affected by viral hepatitis are encouraged to apply.
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The conditions of employment are those contained in the Hepatitis Victoria Enterprise Bargaining Agreement 2010.
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A vehicle will be provided for work related duties.
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Performance reviews will be conducted using mutually established performance indicators.
Position Description- Project Officer, Mobile Phone Application
May 2013
7. APPLICATIONS Think we are talking about you and you are ready to be delivery our mobile application? Then send your letter of application, addressing the Key Selection Criteria to: Ms Melanie Eagle Chief Executive Officer Hepatitis Victoria Suite 5, 200 Sydney Road BRUNSWICK 3056 or via email to admin@hepvic.org.au Applications close at 5-00 pm on Friday 7 June 2013 For further enquiries, call Alicia Lowndes, Marketing Communications and Online Services Coordinator, on (03) 9385 9107 or 0421 726 235.
Important note: Please keep your letter of application to no more than two pages and your resume to no more than four pages. Applications exceeding this requirement may not be considered.
Position Description- Project Officer, Mobile Phone Application
May 2013