Aboriginal Population Health Trainee

• Paid Allocated Day Off (ADO) every month, in addition to your annual leave.
• Salary Packaging - lowers your taxable income and increases your take-home pay.
• Generous leave conditions in accordance with NSW Health (State) awards.

Build your career in Aboriginal health. Paid traineeship, hands-on experience, and the chance to make a difference in your community. Apply today

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to June 2028)
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 1
Remuneration: $84,436 – $112,331 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Westmead

This is an Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander Identified position.  Please see essential criteria.  An applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification for this role and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW.   Please include some information about your Aboriginal Australian / Torres Strait Islander identity in the cover letter of your application.  If offered an interview you can expand on this information at the interview itself in response to questions from an Aboriginal panel member.

Where you'll be working
Join a leading team at Westmead Hospital, part of Western Sydney Local Health District, committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care within a dynamic and innovative health precinct.

• Guided by the core values of collaboration, openness, respect & empowerment
• Home to NSW’s largest $1B health infrastructure redevelopment
• Strong academic partnerships with the University of Sydney & Western Sydney University
• Dedicated Research & Education Network fostering clinical excellence
• Conveniently located near Parramatta CBD with excellent transport access

What you'll be doing
This traineeship offers you a unique opportunity to build skills in Aboriginal population health while contributing to better health outcomes in the local community.

• 3-year paid traineeship with hands-on placements
• Part-time study towards a Master of Public Health
• Strengthen and support the Aboriginal health workforce
• Develop and implement population health strategies
• Make a meaningful impact in your local community
• Learn more about Aboriginal Population Health Training Initiative here.

How to Apply 
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date. 

Essential Criteria:

• Evidence of Diversity claim: Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander (pursuant to Section 14 (d) of the Anti-discrimination Act NSW 1977)

Selection Criteria:

1. Must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent. An applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised by Section 14 (d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW.
2. Sound knowledge of social, cultural, political and health issues affecting Aboriginal people, families and communities and demonstrated understanding of the social determinants of Aboriginal Health.
3. Minimum of three years' experience in health related full- time equivalent employment
4. Demonstrated high level oral and written communication and interpersonal skills
5. Demonstrated self-direction and ability to set priorities and manage competing deadlines.
6. Demonstrated experience in the use of Microsoft office applications, including MS Word and Excel.
7. Successful completion of a recognised undergraduate degree and/or ability to meet the admission requirements for the post graduate degree of Master of Public Health at a university in NSW.

Requisition ID: REQ567961
Applications Close: 28th April 2025

Need more information?

• Discover more about the application process.
• Review the detailed  Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.  
• Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.
• For inquiries about the role, contact  Belinda Cashman on Belinda.Cashman@health.nsw.gov.au or 0439 551 086.