Aboriginal Population Health Programs Coordinator

Aboriginal Population Health Programs CoordinatorTo be considered for this position, you must be an employee of NSW Health and its Affiliated Health Organisations.An applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.An applicant's gender is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised under Section 31 of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.An applicant's race and gender are genuine occupational qualifications and are authorised under Sections 14(d) and 31 of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.What you'll be doingThe vision for South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is 'exceptional care, healthier lives'.

SESLHD is committed to enabling our community to be healthy and well, and to providing the best possible compassionate care when people need it.The SESLHD Aboriginal Population Health Programs Coordinator will lead projects to address the needs of the Aboriginal population as relevant to Population and Community Health (PaCH) services.This role is hosted by the Health Equity, Promotion and Prevention Service and will support collaboration of Aboriginal health initiatives across PaCH and other SESLHD facilities.

It will work closely with the SESLHD Aboriginal Health Unit (AHU).Initial projects include : Harmonising social supports for Aboriginal clients and families across the district.Improving vaccination rates among Aboriginal people, especially COVID-19 vaccination.Supporting 'Housing for Health' initiatives for Aboriginal people.Assisting with outbreak investigation, emergency management, and operational research focusing on Aboriginal populations.These priorities align with the SESLHD Burudi Muru Yagu Aboriginal Health Plan and the NSW Ministry of Health strategies, including the NSW Aboriginal Health Plan and dashboard.Employment of temporary visa holders is subject to labour market testing and other conditions.All NSW Health workers must have completed a primary COVID-19 vaccination course approved by TGA, and booster doses are recommended.Proof of vaccination can be provided via AIR Immunisation History Statement or AIR COVID-19 Digital Certificate.SESLHD values diversity and encourages applications from all backgrounds.Support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates is available.

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• for guidance.Must be of Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander descent; this is a genuine occupational qualification.Relevant tertiary qualifications or equivalent experience.Experience working in Aboriginal health and project management.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Ability to develop effective relationships with stakeholders.Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Ability to assist in policy and process development.Willingness to travel as required.The NSW Ministry of Health is a department of the NSW Government.NoticeTalentify is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without discrimination.Reasonable accommodations are provided for applicants with disabilities.

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