Network Manager

Employment Type : Temporary Part Time until Nov Position Classification : Health Manager Level 3 Remuneration : $127,150 – $144,444 + 12% Super + Salary Packaging Hours Per Week : 14 Location : Negotiable across HNE Requisition ID : REQ Applications Close : Thursday the 27th of November 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 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 key leadership position 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. You’ll 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. You’re 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. 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 $11,600 + novated leasing options. Fitness Passport – discounted gym memberships for you and your family. Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and their families. Need more information? Click here for the Position Description. Find out more about applying for this position. For role related queries or questions contact Sheryn Barrack on Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. For assistance addressing selection criteria visit : Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help Indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health. For more information, please visit : Applicants 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 case, 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 of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full-time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses. #J-18808-Ljbffr