Aboriginal Workforce Project Officer

• Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network – Port Augusta or Whyalla
• ASO4 | Part Time 0.6 FTE | Temporary (up to 26 June 2026)
  
• Base Salary Range: $76,561 - $80,256 p.a (pro rata)
• In addition to base salary, this position attracts Superannuation, Leave Loading, and Salary Sacrificing Benefits (salary packaging). 

Join our team and play a key role in strengthening Aboriginal workforce participation and development across the Flinders and Upper North region

About Us:

The Flinders and Upper North region offers a relaxed lifestyle, breath taking views, endless adventures and friendly and diverse communities. With a short commute to work, you'll have more time in your day to spend with your family, friends and explore the many attractions of the Flinders and Upper North region. With wide-open spaces, parks and sports and access to many recreational activities, you'll find something to enjoy outside of work. There is access to public and private schooling, including tertiary education, making it a great place to raise a family.

Working at the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network, you will become a part of a collaborative and supportive work environment. Combined with access to flexible working arrangements and opportunities to develop and grow. Whatever your role is at FUNLHN, it is vital in supporting the smooth operation of our health care services.

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Relocation and Accommodation Assistance:

• Financial assistance for relocation may be available for eligible applicants for appointments prior to 31 December 2026. Further details regarding this can be found here
• Accommodation support may be available - conditions apply

About the Role:

As the Aboriginal Workforce Plan Project Officer, you will contribute to the development, implementation, and monitoring of key projects that align with the SA Health Aboriginal Workforce Framework - Implementation Plan 2023–2031. Working closely with the Workforce and Development Business Partner and the Aboriginal Engagement and Development Officer, you will apply your knowledge and experience to help drive workforce growth, inclusion, and sustainability. In this role, you will support the delivery of culturally safe and effective workforce initiatives that foster Aboriginal employment, professional development, and leadership across the Flinders and Upper North Local Health Network.

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About You:

• Experience in project management and/or working on projects.
• Experience in the preparation of reports, briefings, and correspondence.
• Demonstrated experience in establishing, maintaining and reviewing systems, practices, protocols, policies and procedures.
• Proven experience in undertaking research activities, including collecting, analysing, consolidating and reporting on data or information from a variety of sources.
• Experience in the use of the Microsoft Office suite of products.
• Experience in working with stakeholders and in partnership with government agencies and community groups to deliver mutual outcomes.
• Experience working with Aboriginal consumers.

Please refer to the role description below for more detailed information on the position, responsibilities, and qualifications.

Immunisation Risk for this position is - Category C

Applicant Information:

• Flinders Upper North Local Health Network has determined that an exemption to prefer Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants granted by the Equal Opportunity Tribunal of South Australia under sections 34(2) and 56(2) of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (SA) applies to this position. Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage is considered essential and therefore a Confirmation of Aboriginality may be requested.
• This is a part time vacancy, working 45 hours per fortnight and salary will be adjusted according to actual hours worked.
• The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time. Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.
• Appointment will be subject to a satisfactory Criminal History Check and Immunisation compliance as indicated on the Role description.
• SA Health Services are required to implement the Addressing vaccine preventable disease: Occupational assessment, screening and vaccination policy in the workplace.
• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are encouraged to apply. Job Ref: 912718

Want To Know More? Contact:

Nicole Luvisi - Workforce & Development Business Partner, ,

Application Closing Date: Friday 28th November PM

Attachments:

912718 ASO4 Role

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