Jobs at Family Planning NSW

Positions Available

Extended Skills Post - applications close 18 March 2010

Registered Nurse - Part-Time (Newcastle) - applications close 26 March 2010

Senior Project Coordinator - International Projects - applications close 19th March 2010

---

How to apply

To apply for a position with Family Planning NSW, please refer to the Application Guidelines below.

Privacy

Family Planning NSW has a statement that outlines our policy on the management of personal information that we collect and hold as part of our employee recruitment process. This statement applies to all Family Planning NSW employee recruitment. It is Family Planning NSW' policy to respect the confidentiality of information and the privacy of individuals as required by the Privacy Act 1988. Click on this link to read our privacy statement.

Application Guidelines

Appointments to positions within Family Planning NSW are on the basis of the applicant's merit in relation to the selection criteria. Appointing applicants based on merit aims to ensure that the best person for the job is employed. It gives all people the right to be considered for a job on the basis of their abilities, qualifications, experience, and standard of work performance. Following are some tips for completing your job application.

• Read the advertisement/position summary carefully. Assess whether you can demonstrate that you meet the selection criteria outlined.
• Ring the contact person listed on the advertisement. The contact person will send you a copy of the position description.
• Read through the position description. If you have further questions call or e-mail the contact person as soon as you can.
• Speaking with the contact person will help you decide whether to apply for the position.
• Get as much information about Family Planning NSW as you can, it will help you write a good application.
• You will need to apply in writing for all positions advertised by Family Planning NSW.

Requirements

1. A covering letter that addresses the selection criteria. Make a separate heading for each one, describe your skills, knowledge and experience and show how they could be used in the job (recommended maximum length; two to three pages).

2. Your resume must be clear, concise, up to date and include

• personal details (include a daytime phone number)
• education & training
• employment history (name of organisation, period of employment, job title, major roles & responsibilities)
• skills and experience gained doing voluntary work
• two professional referees. Include their complete phone and fax numbers. Referees should be able to comment on your recent work performance  (you may want to give them a copy of the job advertisement)

3. Send, fax or e-mail your application by the close date stated on the advertisement. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted by phone.