Coordinator Aboriginal Health

Coordinator Aboriginal Health Location: NSW Ambulance State Operations Centre, Sydney Olympic Park, NSW. Employment Type: Permanent Full-time. Position Classification: Health Manager Lvl 2. Salary range: $114,251 per annum – $134,809 per annum + 12% super and benefits. Applications close: Midnight on 27 November 2025. About The Opportunity NSW Ambulance is seeking a dynamic and culturally grounded professional to coordinate Aboriginal Health initiatives at a statewide level. In this pivotal role, you will manage competing priorities and work collaboratively across inter-connected teams to deliver outcomes that reflect our commitment to culturally safe care and community-led solutions. You will bring exceptional verbal and written communication skills, along with a proven ability to engage stakeholders to co-design and implement impactful health strategies. Your sound judgement and discretion will be vital in navigating complex environments and ensuring respectful, culturally appropriate engagement. Your ability to build strong relationships with Aboriginal communities, internal teams, interagency partners, and advisory groups will be key to driving meaningful change. A deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities in Aboriginal Health across NSW will be highly regarded. About You Strategic leadership and program delivery experience. Strong stakeholder engagement across Aboriginal, interagency, and internal groups. Proven ability to manage priorities and deliver outcomes. Cultural capability and understanding of Aboriginal Health in a state-wide context. How to Apply Please respond to the three questions below (max 4000 characters including spaces) and submit your CV and other required information. Question 1: This position is open to applicants who are of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent, as defined under Section 14(d) of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act (1977). Describe your heritage, community acceptance, and knowledge/experience of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures. Demonstrate your understanding of patient safety and your contributions to improving Aboriginal health priorities and outcomes in NSW. Question 2: Describe a specific project where you supported the coordination of an organisational development or learning initiative from conception to completion, outlining your role, strategies, and outcomes. Question 3: Describe a time when you had to manage multiple competing priorities while communicating with a variety of stakeholders. Explain how you ensured deadlines were met and how you adapted your communication style for different audiences. Contact Mandy Debenham, Associate Director Aboriginal Health – or Leonie Garvey, Aboriginal Workforce Engagement Coordinator – Support also available through the Stepping Up website. Please contact if you require adjustments to the recruitment process. Additional Information This position is 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. Applicants will be assessed against the essential criteria articulated in the Role Description. NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed. Employment of temporary visa holders is considered only if no suitable permanent resident or citizen is identified after labour market testing. Eligibility lists and talent pools may be created and used to fill temporary or permanent vacancies over the next 18 months at the same or other locations of the same grade and capability level. About NSW Ambulance NSW Ambulance is an integral part of the NSW Health system that must work together seamlessly to deliver services to the community. We take a values-based leadership approach putting our people at the centre of everything we do, striving to deliver our mission of Excellence in Care through our CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment. NSW Ambulance is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply #J-18808-Ljbffr