Aboriginal Project Officer

• Champion Aboriginal-led community programs across NSW.
• Drive impactful education and healing initiatives.
• Join a values-driven team making a real difference.

Lead and support Aboriginal-focused education and community projects that promote healing, wellbeing and violence prevention across NSW.

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (Up to 30/06/2026)

Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 6

Remuneration: $42.14 – $43.13 per hour

Hours Per Week: 38

Location: Cumberland Hospital

Where you'll be working

Located at Cumberland Hospital, the NSW Health Education Centre Against Violence (ECAV) is a statewide leader in trauma-informed education and workforce development. ECAV is part of Western Sydney Local Health District and works across sectors to prevent and respond to violence, abuse and neglect.

• Collaborative and culturally safe team environment
• Strong Aboriginal leadership and community engagement
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Meaningful work that supports healing and empowerment
• Located in a peaceful, green campus at Cumberland Hospital

What you'll be doing

As the Aboriginal Project Officer, you'll play a vital role in supporting ECAV's Aboriginal Portfolio. You'll help deliver high-impact education and community programs, ensuring projects run smoothly and meet their goals.

• Provide project coordination and administrative support across Aboriginal-led initiatives
• Assist with planning, scheduling, reporting and evaluation of education programs
• Support key advisory groups and networks with secretariat services
• Maintain effective records and contribute to compliance with NSW Health RTO standards
• Collaborate with Aboriginal Portfolio Manager and ECAV Director to deliver outcomes

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:

• License: NSW Drivers Licence
• Evidence of Diversity claim if applicable (state which category): Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander background

Selection Criteria:

• This is an identified Aboriginal Position. Applicants must be of Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander descent, have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander cultures and have established links with their local Aboriginal community. An applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification and exemption is claimed under Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW.
• Relevant tertiary qualifications, at a minimum holding a Certificate IV in Aboriginal Family Wellbeing and Violence Prevention Work (10619NAT).
• Sound understanding of Aboriginal workforce development (eg. barriers, challenges and opportunities) within the context of prevention and response to violence abuse and neglect, alongside active commitment to practicing self care and appreciation of its importance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) with demonstrated ability to learn new record management systems and/or platforms (eg. Office 365, HPE, Moodle, Scodle).
• Proven effective written, verbal and interpersonal communication and relationship management skills, with the ability to foster positive and effective working relationships.
• Highly developed skills in prioritisation, organisation, complex problem solving, time management and completing tasks to deadlines.
• Demonstrated capacity to work effectively both independently with minimum supervision and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to cultural safety and behaviour consistent with NSW Health CORE values.

Requisition ID: REQ622065

Applications Close: 26th November 2025

Previous applicants need not re-apply.

Need more information?

• Find out more about applying for this position.
• 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 Dallas Waters on

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.

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit

Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa or a period not shorter than the duration of the advertised position.

#S-DNI