State Manager, Queensland

• State Management Opportunity • Focus on Advocacy & Stakeholder Engagement

The Pharmacy Guild of Australia is a national employers’ organisation with over 90 years of experience in representing and promoting the value of the role of community pharmacy in the Australian health care system. Community pharmacies are a vital part of the national health system with the potential to make an even bigger contribution to the health of all Australians. The Guild is committed to supporting and maintaining the community pharmacy model as the most appropriate and efficient system of delivering medicines, medication management and related services to the Australian public. The Pharmacy Guild represents members and is dedicated to advancing the profession through advocacy, policy and governance. In keeping with the Guilds’ strategy for growth and expansion, an exciting opportunity presents for an experienced individual to lead the Queensland Branch. The office is based in Spring Hill in Brisbane.

Reporting to the Branch President and Committee, you will be responsible for leading branch operations and performance in accordance with the Guilds’ constitution. The focus of the role is to ensure that members needs are met and to maintain outstanding levels of customer service at all times. Specifically, you will be responsible for managing advocacy, branch finances, specific Pharmacy Agreement projects, quality assurance, legislative requirements / governance, marketing, training and staff. As Branch Director, you will represent the Pharmacy Guild at industry forums and will be the key state liaison with members, ensuring their satisfaction. Leading, guiding and mentoring staff will be imperative to your success. At present there are 56 staff. Tertiary qualified, you will ideally have gained your experience at senior management level in a member-based organisation. You will have a track record in successfully growing market share and in maintaining strong relationships and advocacy with stakeholders such as regulatory authorities / government departments and member groups. You will be a strong leader with outstanding communication skills and an ability to delegate effectively to maximize potential. A strong commercial acumen and a passion for customer experience will set you apart. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a wonderful organisation with a mandate for growth and change.

Please send applications and enquiries to enquiries@alexkaar.com.au.