• Remote working options may be considered.
• Applicants from regional and rural NSW are also encouraged to apply.
• Drive impactful projects supporting Aboriginal communities statewide.

Supports ECAV Aboriginal Portfolio with admin, planning & delivery of programs to prevent/respond to violence, abuse & neglect across NSW.

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (Up to 30/06/2026)
Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 6
Remuneration: $40.51 - $41.47 per hour
Hours Per Week: 38 (Job Share may be considered for part time hours)
Location: Cumberland Hospital

Where you'll be working
Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD) is responsible for providing primary and secondary health care for people living in the Auburn, Blacktown, and The Hills Shire, Holroyd and Parramatta Local Government Areas (LGAs) and tertiary care to residents of the Greater Western Region. We are committed to our vision of 'better health services for the people of western Sydney and beyond'. and to the delivery of health care or related services in line with our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment.

What you'll be doing
The NSW Health Education Centre Against Violence (ECAV) is a statewide unit auspiced by Western Sydney Local Health District. ECAV is responsible for multi-sectorial learning, capacity building and workforce development, community development and supervision, in the specialist areas of prevention and response to violence, abuse and neglect (PARVAN).

The Project Officer plays a key role in the ECAV Aboriginal Portfolio supporting the Manager – Aboriginal Portfolio to ensure projects and programs meet objectives and outcomes on time, to quality standards and within agreed scope. This role performs administrative and other support functions (eg. planning, scheduling, reporting, implementation, evaluation) to assist delivery of education services and community program and projects.

How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Criteria:

• License: NSW Drivers Licence
• Evidence of Diversity claim if applicable (state which category): Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander background

Selection Criteria:

1. This is an identified Aboriginal Position. Applicants must be of Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander descent, have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander cultures and have established links with their local Aboriginal community. An applicant’s race is a genuine occupational qualification and exemption is claimed under Section 14d of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW.
2. Relevant tertiary qualifications, at a minimum holding a Certificate IV in Aboriginal Family Wellbeing and Violence Prevention Work (10619NAT).
3. Sound understanding of Aboriginal workforce development (eg. barriers, challenges and opportunities) within the context of prevention and response to violence abuse and neglect, alongside active commitment to practicing self care and appreciation of its importance.
4. Proficient in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) with demonstrated ability to learn new record management systems and/or platforms (eg. Office 365, HPE, Moodle, Scodle).
5. Proven effective written, verbal and interpersonal communication and relationship management skills, with the ability to foster positive and effective working relationships.
6. Highly developed skills in prioritisation, organisation, complex problem solving, time management and completing tasks to deadlines.
7. Demonstrated capacity to work effectively both independently with minimum supervision and collaboratively as part of a team.
8. Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to cultural safety and behaviour consistent with NSW Health CORE values.

Requisition ID: REQ582366
Applications Close: 6th July 2025

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• Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.
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• For inquiries about the role, contact Dallas Waters on [email protected]

This is an Aboriginal and / or Torres Strait Islander Identified position. Please see essential criteria. An applicant's race is a genuine occupational qualification for this role and is authorised under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW. Please include some information about your Aboriginal Australian / Torres Strait Islander identity in the cover letter of your application. If offered an interview you can expand on this information at the interview itself in response to questions from an Aboriginal panel member.

People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.

Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/

Please note: A person who is not an Australian citizen or a permanent resident is only eligible for temporary employment for a period not longer than the duration of their current visa or a period not shorter than the duration of the advertised position.

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