Senior Project Officer, Aboriginal Suicide Prevention Reform

Senior Project Officer, Aboriginal Suicide Prevention Reform Join to apply for the Senior Project Officer, Aboriginal Suicide Prevention Reform role at NSW Health. Full Time Permanent Salary Range: $129,464 - $142,665 (plus superannuation and leave loading). Primary Purpose Of The Role The Senior Aboriginal Project Officer is a key member of the System Reform Team reporting to the Manager, Aboriginal Suicide Prevention Reform. The role manages a range of concurrent projects and initiatives either as project lead and/or as part of the Aboriginal suicide prevention project team. The role oversees all aspects of project planning, development and implementation including developing project plans, coordinating resources, managing budgets, reporting requirements and evaluation to ensure project outcomes are achieved on time and on budget in line with established project management methodology. About You You are a proactive, outcomes-driven professional with strong understanding of Aboriginal communities and knowledge of suicide prevention and project management. You bring cultural competence, strategic thinking, and the ability to manage and deliver complex projects with multiple stakeholders. You bring a commitment to evidence-based practice, culturally sensitive practice and improving service deliverables and outcomes. Skilled in analysing information, you prepare high‑quality briefs and reports that support informed decision‑making. You have excellent communication skills, superior writing ability, and a commitment to improving outcomes for Aboriginal people in NSW. A natural communicator and collaborator, you build strong relationships across all levels of the organisation. You bring sound judgement, ethical leadership, and the ability to simplify complex governance matters, fostering a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Essential Requirements 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. Experience working within the suicide prevention system and/or related fields and/or relevant tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline (e.g., health related, social policy or public health). Extensive project management experience with a working knowledge of contemporary project methodology. Highly developed interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills; demonstrated ability to influence, negotiate and build effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders to achieve optimal outcomes. Knowledge and appreciation of the role of the NSW Mental Health Commission and the broad range of issues affecting people with lived experience of suicidal distress and caring, families and kinship groups. Facilitate collaboration across government agencies, and with Aboriginal people with lived and living experience of suicide, promoting a social determinants approach to suicide prevention. How To Apply For applications to be considered, candidates must upload a current resume and a cover letter up to a maximum of 3 pages outlining your interest in the role and how you meet each of the essential requirements. The cover letter should also outline your capabilities and relevant experience to this role. For more information on how to apply for a role in the NSW Public Sector, please click the provided link. For role related queries or questions please contact Vanessa Brunker, Manager Aboriginal Suicide Prevention via email Applications close: Wednesday 19 November to Tuesday 2 December   pm) NSW Health is an equal employment opportunity and diversity‑inclusive employer. People from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr