Project Manager, Aboriginal Coordination of Care

Job Description

Project Manager, Aboriginal Coordination of Care Employment Type : Full Time – Exempt (Up to December 2026)Position Classification : Health Manager Level 3Remuneration : $127,150 – $144,444 per annum, plus superannuation and 17.5% leave loadingHours Per Week : 38Location : 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards, SydneyRequisition ID : REQ546989 This is an identified position for an Aboriginal Person. Contribute to achieving equity in cancer outcomes for Aboriginal people in NSW. Be part of an organisation that makes a difference in cancer control for Aboriginal people in NSW. Where you’ll be working The Cancer Institute NSW is the NSW Government’s cancer control agency, established to lessen the impact of cancer across the state. Working at the Cancer Institute NSW means joining a team of committed and dedicated staff who are proud to be a part of the Institute’s purpose of overseeing and accelerating the effectiveness of cancer control in NSW. The Cancer Institute is a collaborative working environment that encourages diversity and inclusion in how we work and the way we work together. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. Greater consideration will be given to suitable applicants, in order to improve access to employment and career opportunities (GSE Rule 26). What you’ll be doing This role will support the statewide implementation of the Coordination of Care for Aboriginal People in Cancer Services Program, with the aim to achieve equity of cancer outcomes for the NSW Aboriginal communities and deliver against the objectives of the NSW Cancer Plan. This role will also develop and maintain internal and external relationships with stakeholders including Local Health District Cancer Services, Aboriginal Health Units, Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services and other government and non-government agencies providing cancer care coordination to drive improvement in cancer outcomes of Aboriginal people. For your application to be considered To submit your application, please provide: A covering letter addressing the Essential Requirements, as outlined in the Role Description. A response to the Pre-screening questions, as outlined below. To be eligible for the role, written evidence of Aboriginality must be provided as Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification of the role. Demonstrated experience in project management and the application of project management principles, methodologies and techniques including within an Aboriginal health environment. Tertiary qualifications in a health relevant discipline such as public health or Aboriginal health promotion and/or demonstrated industry experience in Aboriginal health. Demonstrated understanding of health needs for Aboriginal peoples and communities including a knowledge of relevant trends, issues, policies and practices. Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication, stakeholder engagement and interpersonal skills including the ability to influence and work with Aboriginal organisations and stakeholders and community to achieve effective outcomes and deliverables. If successful for interview candidates must bring original copies of essential qualifications to be sighted by the panel, and one copy to provide to panel. Can you please explain your experience in working with community organisations and stakeholders on a health-related project? Can you please tell us about a key health project you have worked on and what your role was within the project? Applications Close : Sunday, 16th February at 11:59PM The Cancer Institute NSW supports flexible working practices for all employees and welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from diverse cultural backgrounds and people with disabilities. To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency. #J-18808-Ljbffr