Manager Aboriginal Cultural Capability

St Vincent's Health Australia; Inner West; On-site; AUD 138,000 - 156,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary packaging

Study leave

Curran Foundation scholarships

Fitness Passport

Private health discounts

Cultural recognitions and celebrations

Job summary

St Vincent's Health Australia invites applications for Manager Aboriginal Cultural Capability at St Vincent’s Public Hospital, Sydney. Lead the Aboriginal Cultural Capability Facilitator, drive workforce capability, inclusion, and wellbeing, and report progress to senior leadership.

The role requires a strong Aboriginal background, relevant qualification, and a track record in delivering cultural capability programs within health settings.

Qualifications

• Identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
• Strong governance, policy, and legislation knowledge related to Aboriginal health.
• Proven track record delivering workforce development initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead Aboriginal Cultural Capability initiatives across the organisation.
• Design, deliver, evaluate and report cultural capability programs.
• Build partnerships with local Aboriginal communities and stakeholders.
• Influence governance and service models to embed Aboriginal perspectives.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Cultural capability

Negotiation & communication

Education

Tertiary qualification

Job description

Job Description:Role title: Manager Aboriginal Cultural CapabilityRole type: Permanent, full timeRole grade: Health Service Manager, Level 3Shift details: Monday to Friday, 9am – 5pmDepartment and location: First Nations Health, St Vincent’s Public Hospital, SydneySalary: $137,525.00 to $156,231.00 + Super + Salary PackagingWelcome to St Vincent’s Hospital SydneyJoin a team built on a proud legacy of world-class care, true compassion, and deep community roots.Founded by the Sisters of Charity and powered today by St Vincent’s Health Australia, the Sisters' legacy of compassionate service is our living heartbeat. As Sydney’s premier and iconic inner-city public hospital, we serve the entire population, providing world-class care to all people, including the most vulnerable in our community. Across our renowned precinct, we feature cutting-edge programs and surgery infrastructure, fostering clinical excellence and professional growth.Located in the vibrant heart of Darlinghurst, we are positioned just minutes from Kings Cross station, with direct, high-frequency bus connections from the east, and seamless links from Gadigal and Museum stations right to our doorstep.Read on to explore this exciting role and the fantastic perks waiting for you here.About the roleReport to the Executive Director First Nations Health and work closely with the L&D Manager to deliver Aboriginal cultural capability initiatives across the organisationLead an Aboriginal Cultural Capability Facilitator, providing guidance and mentoring to enhance workforce capability, inclusion, and wellbeingLead the design, delivery, evaluation, and reporting of cultural capability programs to strengthen Aboriginal cultural capability, cultural safety, responsiveness, and inclusivity across the organisationBuild and maintain respectful partnerships with local Aboriginal communities and key stakeholders to support culturally informed and responsive service deliveryInfluence organisational governance, policies, and service models to embed Aboriginal perspectives, align with NSW legislative priorities, and integrate Aboriginal-specific strategies into broader planningProduce high-quality reports, briefs, and submissions for senior leadership while developing targeted strategies to support training completion, program compliance, and continuous improvement across competing operational prioritiesAbout youIdentify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander, hold a current unrestricted NSW driver’s licence, and be willing to travel (including overnight stays) across the catchmentHold a relevant tertiary qualification (or equivalent experience) with a proven track record leading teams, creating and implementing workforce development initiatives, and embedding Aboriginal perspectives into organisational cultureSkilled in designing, managing, and delivering cultural capability, cultural safety, and workforce development initiatives, with strong project management skills and knowledge of relevant government frameworks, policies, and legislation relating to Aboriginal peopleDemonstrated high-level interpersonal, negotiation, consultation, and communication skills, with the ability to centre Aboriginal voices, address cultural capability challenges, and influence change across diverse workplace settingsProven ability to strategically engage and collaborate with Aboriginal communities, leadership teams, internal stakeholders, and external organisationsA supportive leader committed to mentoring, advocating for staff, and fostering a culturally safe and inclusive workplaceWhat we can offer youExceptional Rewards: Competitive pay and not-for-profit salary packaging to maximise your incomeWorld-Class: Be part of a renowned precinct alongside the Garvan & Victor Chang institutesExcellence: Premier heart/lung transplant program, advanced robotics, & pioneering HIV/AIDS initiativesCutting-Edge Oncology: Deliver advanced cancer care and trials at the renowned Kinghorn Cancer CentreCommunity: Support vital programs for First Nations, homelessness, mental health, & drug and alcohol careProfessional Advancement: Accelerate your career with study leave and Curran Foundation scholarshipsHealth & Wellbeing: Fitness Passport, discounted private health, & cultural recognitions and celebrationsComing from NSW Health: Smooth transfer of your qualifying service and leave entitlementsIdentified roleThis role is only available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people.How to applyThe closing date for applications is 20th October 2026.Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced.Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter highlighting how your interest, skills, and experience align with each of the things listed in the About You section of this job advert.Respectfully, this role is not open to recruitment agencies.Reconciliation Action Plan:At St Vincent's we acknowledge the importance of creating a work environment that is welcoming, safe, equitable and inclusive for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Employees. As part of our Commitment to Reconciliation and Closing the Gap in employment related outcomes, we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples.For further information, visit https://www.svha.org.au/about-us/reconciliation or get in contact at [e-mail]