Charli and Alex spent 13 weeks with our team as part of their Master of Public Health placement through the University of Queensland. We asked them to write about their reflections on their time with us, which includes lots of helpful insights for anyone early in their career.

We share some insights drawn from a project we recently undertook in reviewing a PHN-funded situational distress service model — these insights aim to help both commissioning agencies and service provider organisations consider how to design more compassionate service models that address situational distress and contribute to suicide prevention outcomes.

The pace of planning and change has been particularly high for many NFPs over the last few years as a result of sector reforms. There appears to be a general tendency to more planning and re-planning with little time to deliver. This blog offers insights to encourage NFP leaders to refresh their approach next time the strategic planning cycle rolls around.

As a Primary Health Network that commissions after-hours primary care services, it is important to understand the key findings of the Evaluation of PHN After Hours Program. Here are five implications for PHNs following this evaluation, and suggestions on how they could do it better.

Conducting an effective needs assessment is critical to commissioning high-quality after-hours primary care services. By conducting a comprehensive needs assessment, PHNs can ensure that patients receive the care they need when they need it most.

(Quick Read) Co-design is a powerful approach to creating solutions that meet the needs of all stakeholders. In this blog, we'll explore the three essential elements for effective co-design: commitment, capability, and capital.

Journey mapping can be used to design or refine your programs and services in order to provide your clients with a better experience, and to help you understand what your client is doing, thinking, and feeling during their ‘journey,’ when using your service. We explain what’s involved in client journey mapping and why you should do it.

Beacon Strategies has supported many Brisbane-based not-for-profit organisations design their strategic plan and we are now passing on to you, the knowledge and processes that we have developed along the way.

We have a great role up for grabs in our close-knit team, delivering high-quality consultancy projects primarily in the health sector. We are looking for someone with 5 years of professional experience in a relevant sector environment, such as health consulting, PHNs, local health networks or health service providers.