Cclhd - Aboriginal Health Equity Program Manager

**Employment Type**: Temporary Full Time up to June 2028
**Position Classification**: Health Manager Level 4
**Remuneration**: Commencing From $141,974 per annum
**Hours Per Week**: 38
**Location**: Central Coast
**Requisition ID**: REQ569152
**Applications Close**: Sunday 18 May 2025 at 11:59pm

**Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal descent through parentage, identify as being Aboriginal and be accepted in the community as such. An applicant’s race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the NSW Anti Discrimination Act 1977.**

**About the Role**

This position is located on the Central Coast and operates Monday to Friday, from 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. The role involves leading an Aboriginal team dedicated to supporting Aboriginal kids 1 to 5 years of age and their families in the region.

As the Aboriginal Health Equity Program Manager, you will work with teams and leaders across the Aboriginal Health Directorate to support fair and inclusive healthcare. You will lead projects and programs that improve services for Aboriginal people and other priority groups.

The Manager leads departmental and cross-functional teams through all aspects of the development and implementation of a new and innovative approach to addressing health inequity for Aboriginal children and families. As a driver of change, they help build a culture focused on delivering fair, high-quality care for the most vulnerable in our community.

This role requires strong knowledge of local, state, national, and international health trends, policies, and models to identify opportunities for improving equitable care and keeping up with modern healthcare practices and community needs.

The Manager will lead cross-directorate teams to develop and implement new approaches to equitable care, focusing on improving performance and patient experience. They will also provide coaching and guidance to enhance efficiency, quality, and care outcomes.

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

**About You**
- You identify as an Aboriginal person and understand that this is an Aboriginal Identified position under Section 14(d) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. You are actively involved with the local Aboriginal community (or other Aboriginal communities where you have lived) and am committed to supporting and advocating for Aboriginal health and wellbeing.
- You hold a degree qualification in Business, Health Service Management or in a health-related discipline, and/or demonstrated extensive experience in a senior role leading health related service design and implementation projects.
- You have extensive experience in designing, implementing, and evaluating innovative approaches to address the needs of vulnerable Aboriginal populations. You have experience in developing and executing strategic plans that align with business goals, meet reporting requirements, and deliver measurable outcomes. You are also highly effective in a dynamic, fast-paced team environment, with a strong ability to manage competing priorities and adapt to change.

Applicants must have current work rights in Australia or be a permanent resident or citizen. Unfortunately, we cannot consider applicants who do not meet this requirement.

**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.
- Career Growth - Advance your career with free professional development courses and secondment opportunities.

For more information, please visit Benefits at CCLHD

**Working for Central Coast Local Health District - NSW Health**

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

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

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants can access support through the Stepping Up initiative, which provides guidance on the NSW Health recruitment process.

**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.

**Need More Information?**

**For role-related quer