• Collaborate with local organisations to respond to the health needs of Aboriginal communities across north west Melbourne
• Full-Time, Fixed Term role until June 2024
• Attractive remuneration, $85k base + super & ability to salary package
• Located at Parkville, North Western Melbourne PHN. This role will be supported to work from home during restrictions

About the role

The Lead, Aboriginal Health provides operational oversight for Aboriginal health activities in North Western Melbourne, including the Integrated Team Care (ITC) program. They will play a key role in overseeing the work of commissioned services, as well as providing support and guidance to enhance the commitment of NWMPHN to respond to the needs of Aboriginal communities across north west Melbourne.

A typical day for the Lead could involve:

• Overseeing the ITC program, including leadership of the NWMPHN ITC team and external funded Care Coordinators and Aboriginal outreach workers
• Coordinating the development and delivery of stakeholder engagement processes and capacity building initiatives, such as workshops, forums, and meetings
• Collaborating with local Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations and mainstream health and community services in a partnership approach to enhance responses for improved outcomes
• Leading work associated with our Reconciliation Action Plan

We are looking for someone who has:

• A strong understanding of the Aboriginal health, general health, or community service sector
• An awareness and understanding of the role of Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations.
• Capabilities in effective stakeholder engagement and relationship development, preferably with Aboriginal community members, health and community service providers and policy makers
• Demonstrated experience in project management, including the ability to prioritise actions and negotiate successful outcomes
• A tertiary qualification in health, social sciences, community development or related studies and/or relevant ‘on the job'/ professional skills and expertise

Our commitment to you:

• Structured onboarding and support
• A friendly and supportive professional environment, including teams with a wealth of skills and experiences across a range of areas
• Continuous learning and development opportunities
• Salary packaging and leave loading

Please review the position description for further details about the role.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake a National Police Check.

Applicants from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander background are encouraged to apply.

If you have any questions about this role, please call us on 9347 1188.