Be part of something bigger: empower Aboriginal communities to build positive futures for families and children

Make your next move count with competitive remuneration packages offered for both roles, recognising your experience and the impact you'll make

Relocation assistance available for the right candidate

Work in a close-knit, culturally grounded team shaping future service delivery in the bush

Who We Are & Why We’re Different

Katherine West Health Board (KWHB) is a community-led Aboriginal health service delivering integrated primary healthcare, allied health, and wellbeing programs across more than 160,000 km² of remote NT — stretching from the Victoria River country along the WA border to the tip of the Tanami desert.

Our work is grounded in cultural security, guided by community control, and driven by long-term impact. From maternal health to disability support, we build trusted relationships that lead to real outcomes for our mob in the bush.

As an Aboriginal community-controlled organisation, we value inclusion, local leadership, and purpose-driven people. We’re not your typical workplace — and we’re proud of that.

Learn more: www.kwhb.com.au

Two Great Roles. One Shared Mission to Empower Community Voices

We are about to embark on Growing Up Looked After, a crucial research and community engagement initiative to map the current status of child and family services funding in the Big Rivers region, and develop a plan to support the transfer of services to the Aboriginal community-controlled sector.

We’re hiring for two exciting new roles to lead this work. These positions will work in close partnership to explore the current landscape of child and family services in the Big Rivers region—drawing on evidence, listening deeply to community voices, and engaging with key stakeholders. Together, they will ensure that lived experience and data-informed insights are embedded into a strategic roadmap that strengthens services and outcomes for Big Rivers children and families into the future.

Why These Roles Matter

These aren’t back-office jobs — they’re opportunities to help shape the future of child and family services across some of the most remote communities in Australia. Whether you're engaging directly with families on the ground or researching national strategies, you’ll contribute to a future where funding and decision-making are driven by and for Aboriginal communities.

You'll join a close-knit team with deep local experience and a grounded, supportive manager. This is a space where trust and long-term relationships matter — and where your work will directly influence future models of care.

You Know Community. We Know You Belong Here

We’re looking for people who aren’t just qualified — but committed. People who understand the importance of walking alongside community, listening deeply, and following through.

For the Project Officer ($77,000 to $92,200)
The Project Officer role supports the on-the-ground delivery of project activities and community engagement. You’ll assist in planning visits, attend community meetings, and help build meaningful relationships with families, services, and local leaders. You’ll also take notes, collect feedback, manage logistics like travel and scheduling, and support the creation of flyers and project updates. This role suits great communicators who enjoy working with people and supporting community-based initiatives. No formal qualifications are required—local knowledge, administrative skills, and lived experience in the community are highly valued.

For the Project Coordinator (Starting from $110,000)
As the Project Coordinator, you’ll take the lead on overall project strategy, including its design, research, and implementation. You’ll plan and facilitate community consultations across the region, map existing services to identify strengths and gaps, and research best-practice, Aboriginal-led models of care. Your work will contribute to detailed reports and recommendations that shape future service delivery. This role is ideal for experienced project leads with strong writing, research, and strategic thinking skills, and requires a tertiary qualification in health, social work, community development, or a related field.

Why This Role Will Reward You

Great salary packaging

Relocation assistance available for the right candidate

Travel and accommodation support for remote work

Professional development opportunities

Preferred location is Katherine, but Darwin may be considered

A values-aligned team with a supportive internal culture

If You're Ready to Join a Project with Purpose

These roles offer the chance to contribute to a future where Aboriginal communities are leading the design and delivery of services for their own children and families.

Apply now and help shape that future with KWHB.