Network Manager Aboriginal Health

Employment Type:TemporaryPart Time until Nov 2026
Position Classification:Health Manager Level 3
Remuneration:$132236 - $150222 Super
Hours Per Week:14
Requisition ID:REQ658465
Locations: Negotiable across HNE
Applications Close: Monday the 11th of May

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

Hunter New England Local Health District is seeking an experienced and passionate Aboriginal leader to take up the role of Network Manager Aboriginal Health.

This is a key leadership position that will guide and strengthen the Aboriginal Health Clinical Network ensuring Aboriginal voices values and cultural governance are embedded across our health services. The role works closely with Aboriginal clinicians community representatives and our partners in Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs) to co-design care that is culturally safe community-led and grounded in connection to Country.

Youll help drive implementation of the NSW Aboriginal Health Plan and Closing the Gap reforms ensuring these commitments translate into real outcomes and improved experiences for Aboriginal people across our District.

About You

You are a proud Aboriginal leader with a strong commitment to improving health outcomes for our people. You bring cultural knowledge integrity and a collaborative spirit to your work.

Youre confident building relationships with community clinicians and leadership teams and you know how to bring Aboriginal voices into the room where decisions are made. You have experience leading or supporting Aboriginal health programs or services and are ready to take the next step in your leadership journey.

Youre someone who can:

• Lead with cultural authority and compassion.

• Navigate complex systems while staying grounded in community values.

• Inspire others to embed cultural safety and accountability in their daily strategy into meaningful action that delivers outcomes for mob.

This role offers the chance to lead with purpose strengthen Aboriginal cultural governance across HNELHD and ensure our services reflect the voices priorities and strengths of Aboriginal communities

Key Focus Areas

• Provide cultural and strategic leadership to the Aboriginal Health Clinical Network.

• Strengthen partnerships with ACCHOs Elders communities and Aboriginal clinicians.

• Embed Aboriginal Cultural Governance in clinical and operational decision-making.

• Support co-design and evaluation of culturally responsive models of care.

• Represent HNELHD in statewide Aboriginal health networks and forums.

What We Offer

• Work within a supportive collaborative team of eight procurement professionals.

• Guidance and mentorship from the District Procurement Manager.

• Ongoing professional development and training in NSW Health Procurement frameworks.

• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on how healthcare services are delivered and supported.

• Monthly Allocated Day Off (ADO) for full-time employees.

• 4 weeks annual leave (pro-rata for part-time).

• Paid parental leave (for eligible employees).

• Salary packaging up to $11600 novated leasing options.

• Fitness Passport discounted gym memberships for you and your family.

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and their families

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Applicants 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: is a Category B position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directivePD2024015: Occupational Assessment Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseasesfor Category B 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 contactingSalaryPackagingPLUS!viaor.

At 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 contactfor confidential support to ensure an equitable barrier-free application process.

An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.

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

Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range ofbenefitssuch 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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