Aboriginal Project Officer Cultural Capabilities
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 1
Remuneration: $87,813 - $116,824 per annum plus Superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ643517
Location: Caringbah, Sydney
Applications Close: Sunday, 22 March 2026
NOTE: An applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
South Eastern Sydney Local Health District is committed to equal employment opportunity and embraces diversity and inclusion within its workforce. As such, people from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. This includes, but is not limited to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, People with Disability, Women and People from Culturally and Linguistically Diverse backgrounds.
Where you'll be working
SESLHD is one of the largest local health districts in Sydney, covering a geographical area of 468 square kilometres from Sydney’s central business district, the beaches from Bondi to Cronulla and down to the Royal National Park. We deliver health care to around 930,000 residents across the local government areas of Woollahra, Waverley, Randwick, Bayside, Georges River and the Sutherland Shire. We also provide a key role in helping residents of Lord Howe Island. Our staff also deliver high quality health care across a variety of community-based services ranging from pre-birth to palliative care.
The role
The Aboriginal Project Officer – Cultural Capabilities supports the design, delivery, coordination and evaluation of initiatives that strengthen Aboriginal cultural capability and cultural safety across the organisation. The role works in close partnership with Aboriginal communities, Aboriginal staff, leaders and key stakeholders to embed culturally safe practices, policies and behaviours that improve outcomes for Aboriginal patients, families and staff.
To provide high‑quality day‑to‑day administrative support to the Aboriginal Health Directorate, including the coordination, management and continuous improvement of administrative systems and processes, to enable the Aboriginal Cultural Capability Team to achieve their objectives in a culturally safe, timely, efficient and effective manner. The role also undertakes a range of project and program activities, working collaboratively with internal teams and key partners to support the priorities and overall objectives of the Aboriginal Health Directorate.
Benefits
- Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave.
- Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay! Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing.
- Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members.
- Discounted Private Health Insurance.
Selection Criteria
- Must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent Applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised by Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW.
- Demonstrated understanding of Aboriginal cultural protocols and cultural safety, with the ability to build and maintain respectful relationships and partnerships with Aboriginal communities and to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Demonstrated ability to successfully plan, evaluate and report on projects within allocated timeframes and resources.
- Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with limited supervision, as well as collaboratively as part of a team, to manage a range of tasks within allocated timeframes.
- Demonstrated effective interpersonal and verbal communication skills to collaborate with key stakeholders.
- Demonstrated excellent written communication skills with the ability to prepare complex correspondence, briefings and reports as well as provide secretariat support.
- Demonstrated ability to be flexible and adapt work practices to meet current and emerging business needs.
- Current drivers’ licence (with a willingness to travel in accordance with the demands of the position).
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards
2) Find out more about applying for this position
For role related queries or questions contact Margaret Broadbent on Margaret.Broadbent@health.nsw.gov.au
Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace.
We embrace diversity as our strength and are committed to maintaining an inclusive and collaborative work environment. Our workplaces are welcoming and safe for all our employees, irrespective of their unique characteristics including age, ethnicity, cultural or spiritual background, gender identity, disability, education and social-economic status. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Strategy for more information.
Reasonable Adjustments
NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email SESLHD-Recruitment-District@health.nsw.gov.au and let us know.
Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.
Information for applicants:
- If you have relevant qualifications or experience, please include any supporting documents with your application.
- An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies
- Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing.
- Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description
- Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer
- SESLHD is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. This will help ensure our employees, our patients and their carers, feel supported. We invite candidates of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, cultural background, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, and Indigenous Australians to apply. We do have an Aboriginal Workforce Team that can also provide support (SESLHD-AboriginalWorkforce@health.nsw.gov.au) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website
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