CCLHD - Aboriginal Health Promotion Officer - Project Coordinator

NSW Health; Central Coast Council; On-site; AUD 1,000 - 3,000; Full time

Job summary

A health service provider is seeking an Aboriginal Health Promotion Officer - Project Coordinator to enhance health outcomes for Aboriginal communities in Central Coast. The role involves coordinating health promotion projects and building partnerships with schools and community organisations. Ideal candidates are Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander with relevant qualifications and project coordination experience. Competitive remuneration and benefits are provided, including professional development and work-life balance.

Benefits

Accrued day off each month

17.5% annual leave loading

Paid parental leave

Salary packaging options

Discounted gym memberships

Free flu vaccinations

Professional development courses

Cultural mentoring and supervision

Qualifications

• Strong connections to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander communities.
• Extensive experience in health promotion, social science, population health.
• Ability to engage effectively across diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate health promotion projects for Aboriginal communities.
• Build partnerships with schools and community organisations.
• Support project teams in program delivery and evaluation.

Skills

Project coordination

Cultural competency

Communication skills

Collaboration

Organizational skills

Education

Tertiary qualifications in health promotion or related fields

Job description

Position Title: Aboriginal Health Promotion Officer- Project Coordinator

Employment Type: Temporary Full-Time until December 2026

Position Classification: Health Education Officer

Remuneration: $1424.45 - $2275.91 per week

Hours Per Week: 38

Location: Gosford Hospital

Requisition ID: REQ616007

Applications Close: Sunday, 7 December 2025 at 11:59pm

This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criteria.

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to growing and supporting our Aboriginal health workforce and delivering trusted care and better health for Aboriginal people on the Central Coast.

About the Opportunity

This role is integral to improving health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities on the Central Coast.

In this role you will:

• Coordinate and contribute to the development, implementation, and evaluation of culturally safe health promotion projects.
• Build and maintain partnerships with schools, community organisations, and key Aboriginal stakeholders.
• Support project officers and teams in delivering programs across multiple settings and local health districts.
• Provide cultural expertise to enhance cultural competency within the Health Promotion Service.
• Maintain accurate project documentation, reports, and resources to ensure timely and effective project evaluation.

For more information about this role, please view the Position Description.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person with strong connections to community.
• Holds relevant tertiary qualifications or has extensive experience in health promotion, social science, population health, or related fields.
• Demonstrates experience in project coordination, including planning, implementation, and monitoring.
• Understands health promotion principles and evidence, including priority areas such as healthy eating and active living.
• Exhibits strong communication, collaboration, and organisational skills, with the ability to engage effectively across diverse stakeholders.

Additional Benefits

• Work-life balance – Enjoy an accrued day off each month, 17.5% annual leave loading, and paid parental leave.
• Financial benefits – Boost your take‑home pay with salary packaging, save on car costs with novated leasing, and access relocation assistance.
• Health & wellbeing – Stay active with discounted gym memberships (Fitness Passport), free flu vaccinations, telehealth support, and confidential Employee Assistance Program (EAP) counselling for you and your family. Plus, access discounted private health insurance.
• Professional development – Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.
• Cultural supports – NAIDOC leave, access to cultural mentoring and supervision, networking with other Aboriginal staff and health professionals.

Need More Information?

For role‑related queries, please contact:
Samantha Batchelor
Phone: [phone]
Email: [e-mail]

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process. You’re also welcome to reach out to Nathan Bramston (02 4320 3519) in our Aboriginal Workforce Development Team at [e-mail]

Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health

Central Coast Local Health District is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Central Coast Local Health District is committed to implementing the Child Safe Standards.

Vaccination Requirements

All NSW Health workers are required to comply with the Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Against Specified Infectious Diseases Policy Directive. This includes:

• Category A positions: Mandatory evidence of protection against specified infectious diseases, including annual influenza vaccination and tuberculosis assessment.
• Category B positions: Vaccination is recommended but not mandatory.

Applicants must provide appropriate evidence of compliance prior to commencement. For detailed information, please refer to the NSW Health Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination Policy.

NSW Health strongly recommends all workers stay up to date with COVID‑19 vaccinations as per the Australian Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation guidelines. However, COVID‑19 vaccination is not a condition of employment.

Additional Information

An Eligibility List (E‑List) or talent pool may be created from this recruitment episode to assist in filling future permanent, temporary, or casual full‑time and part‑time positions.

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