Project Officer (REQ648758)
Employment Type: Health Manager Level 3 – Full Time, Exempt (Until September 2026)
Remuneration: $132,236.00 - $150,222.00 per annum, plus 12% superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Additional Benefits: Join an organisation passionate about delivering improved health care and enjoy flexible working options based in state of the art, agile offices in St Leonards.
Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards
Applications Close: 11:59PM, Thursday 26 March 2026
The Agency for Clinical Innovation (ACI) is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply!
About us
The Agency for Clinical Innovation (ACI) leads innovation in clinical care across NSW. We do this by bringing clinicians, patients and healthcare managers together to design and implement new ways to deliver healthcare.
About the Opportunity
The Aboriginal Health & Wellbeing Project Officer will promote develop and implement strategic change management initiatives that will improve the level and quality of health services for Aboriginal people across NSW. This includes projects that support better integration of care across sectors. The role will work collaboratively with ACI Clinical Networks, local health districts and specialty health networks managers and clinicians, the Aboriginal Community Controlled sector and other key stakeholders to facilitate the contribution of internal and external stakeholders in the innovation of new programs, frameworks and models of care and clinical guidelines across the state.
This role will also provide high level advice and executive support functions to senior committees and taskforces.
For your application to be considered
To submit your application, please provide:
* Your resume (maximum five pages)
* A covering letter detailing your interest and how your skills and experience are relevant to this role, maximum three pages.
* Address the Selection Criteria below in your application.
Selection Criteria
This is an identified recruitment under Rule 26 of the Government Sector Employment (General) Rules 2014 where only Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are considered eligible to apply for this role.
* Must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent through parentage, identification as being Aboriginal and being accepted in the community as such under section 14 (d) of the NSW Anti- discrimination Act (1977), with knowledge and experience of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture.
* Demonstrated experience in project management and the implementation of local/regional projects, frameworks and/or initiatives with statewide application.
* Sound knowledge of health system in NSW and the National context including understanding of Aboriginal health issues.
* Demonstrated experience working in a complex environment dealing with and influencing senior management and external stakeholders to meet project needs in a timely manner.
Need more information?
* Position Description
* applying for this position
* Agency for Clinical Innovation
Additional Information
* Applicants will be assessed against the selection criteria in the Position Description.
* NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs.
* This is a temporary position and requires full working rights in Australia (e.g. Australian citizenship/ permanent resident). If you currently hold a temporary visa that allows you to live and work in Australia, you may be eligible for employment opportunities in line with the conditions of your visa.
Contact People: Please contact the Hiring Manager Melissa Cawley on melissa.cawley@health.nsw.gov.au if you have any questions about this role. For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to an Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact HSNSW-AboriginalCareers@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website. If interview adjustments are required, please contact HSNSW-PillarsPC@health.nsw.gov.au at the time the interview invitation is issued, or as soon as reasonably possible. Requests for adjustments will be considered in line with NSW Health requirements.
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