Aboriginal Cancer Care Coordinator â Project Officer
Aboriginal Cancer Care Coordinator â Project Officer
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Job Description
Employment Type: Temporary Part timeuntil September 2027
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 1
Remuneration: $84436.00 - $112331.00 12% Super Salary Packaging
Hours Per Week: 8
Location: Tamworth Hospital
Requisition ID: REQ600412
Applications Close: Wednesday 10th September 2025
This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criteria
About the role
As the Aboriginal Cancer Care Project Officer you will play a key role in supporting the Cancer Care Coordinator to design and deliver a Model of Care toolkit that is culturally safe practical and responsive to community needs. You will contribute to service improvement by mapping pathways strengthening collaboration between health providers and Aboriginal communities and helping to identify strategies that reduce barriers to care.
This position is not just about patient support it is also about project planning resource development and system-level improvements to ensure Aboriginal patients and families are cared for in ways that respect culture and community.
Your impact
Support the Cancer Care Coordinator in designing and implementing the Aboriginal Cancer Care Model of Care toolkit.
Undertake project planning coordination and reporting to support service development.
Work collaboratively with internal teams health providers and Aboriginal communities to identify gaps and co-design solutions.
Strengthen partnerships to improve integration of culturally safe cancer care services.
Contribute to evaluation and continuous improvement of cancer care pathways for Aboriginal patients and families.
Why join us
At Hunter New England Health youll make a meaningful difference in your community while enjoying:
4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time)
Paid parental leave (for eligible staff)
Salary packaging up to $11600 novated leasing
Fitness Passport discounted gym memberships
Staff wellbeing and Employee Assistance Program
About you
To be successful you will have:
A cultural connection to Tamworth and the surrounding Aboriginal community.
Knowledge of Aboriginal health services and the barriers Aboriginal people may face when accessing care.
Strong communication relationship-building and advocacy skills.
Demonstrated experience in supporting project coordination health program planning or service development.
Relevant qualifications or equivalent experience in health social science or community service.
Ability to provide advice and resources for staff to maximise the effective use of the Model of Care toolkit in practice education and service delivery.
Need more information
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
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Information for applicants
At Hunter New England Local Health District we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse culturally safe and welcoming workplace. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
The Stepping Up website is a resource designed to help Aboriginal applicants through the recruitment process: will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information please visit: Hunter New England Local Health District we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse inclusive and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact for confidential support to ensure an equitable barrier-free application process.
This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024015: Occupational Assessment Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category A positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases relocation expenses and HECS/HELP debt. Find out more by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via or.
To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen or a permanent resident of Australia or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
An eligibility list will be created for future temporary part time vacancies.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefitssuch as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees long service leave paid maternity leave and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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