Aboriginal Health Promotion Coordinator

Southern NSW Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 91,000 - 121,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 12 days off annually

Salary packaging options (living exp.

Discounted gym memberships

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounted Private Health Insurance

Job summary

South Eastern Sydney Local Health District is recruiting an Aboriginal Health Promotion Coordinator to advance community-led Aboriginal health initiatives and holistic care for local Aboriginal people and families. The role focuses on planning, implementing and evaluating programs while strengthening collaborations with Aboriginal organisations.

The position is Aboriginal Identified, requires cultural capability, and involves working with the Equity and Prevention Service to deliver impactful

Qualifications

• Aboriginal health, health promotion, public health or community development qualification or equivalent work experience.
• Strong planning, evaluation and communication skills.
• Ability to work with Aboriginal communities and partners.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate planning, implementation and evaluation of community-led Aboriginal initiatives.
• Deliver holistic care programs to Aboriginal people and families.
• Strengthen partnerships between the Equity and Prevention Service and Aboriginal organisations.

Skills

Cultural capability

Health promotion experience

Aboriginal health knowledge

Education

Tertiary qualification in Aboriginal health/health promotion/public health/community development

Tools

Project coordination tools

Job description

South Eastern Sydney Local Health District

REQ688107 Requisition #

Employment Type:PermanentFull Time
Position Classification:Health Manager Level 1
Remuneration:$91326.00 - $121,497.00 per annum plus superannuation
Hours Per Week:38
Requisition ID:REQ688107
Location: Darlinghurst Community Health Centre, Darlinghurst
Applications Close: Sunday 13 September 2026

This is an Aboriginal Identified role. We are seeking someone who brings cultural capability and lived experience as an Aboriginal person. As part of your application, we ask you to provide documentation confirming your Aboriginality. Your cultural capability will also be assessed throughout the recruitment process

What you'll be doing

The vision for South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is ‘exceptional care, healthier lives’. SESLHD is committed to enabling our community to be healthy and well, and to providing the best possible compassionate care when people need it.
The Aboriginal Health Promotion Coordinator will facilitate planning, implementation and evaluation of community led
Aboriginal initiatives and delivery of holistic care to Aboriginal people and their families, to improve the health and
wellbeing of the local Aboriginal community. This role will also enhance and build the collaborative working
relationship between the Equity and Prevention Service and Aboriginal controlled organisations and other partners.

Benefits

• Up to 12 allocated days off each year 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

• Being of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent is a genuine occupational qualification for this position and is authorised under the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
• Relevant tertiary qualifications in Aboriginal health, health promotion, public health or community development or relevant equivalent work experience or a combination of study and work experience.
• Demonstrated understanding and application of health promotion principles and skills in planning, implementing and evaluating health promotion programs and activities.
• Demonstrated knowledge and appreciation of the processes of community development and building partnerships and experience in the provision of holistic programs.
• An understanding or experience working with Aboriginal families and supporting health staff to provide services for Aboriginal communities.
• Demonstrated effective time management skills with the ability to prioritise workload to meet conflicting deadlines.
• Demonstrated excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare briefings and reports.
• Current drivers licence (with a willingness to travel in accordance with the demands of the position).

Information For Applicants

• 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

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 [e-mail] and let us know.
Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required.

For role related queries or questions contact Monique Mcewan on [e-mail]

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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.

NSW Health acknowledges the people of the many traditional countries and language groups of New South Wales. It acknowledges the wisdom of Elders past and present, and pays respect to all Aboriginal communities of today.