Employment Type: Permanent Full TimePosition Classification: Health Manager Level 1Remuneration: $87,813.00 - $116,824.00 pa (+ superannuation + salary packaging options)Location: Negotiable within WNSWLHD, NSW – Find out moreHours Per Week: 38Applications Close: 10 Feb 2026 – 11:59pm
Aboriginal Project Support Partner
Aboriginal Health & Wellbeing Directorate
About The Role
The Aboriginal Project Support Partner will work in partnership with project teams, Aboriginal communities and key stakeholders to support culturally safe, community-informed project delivery across the District. This role provides practical guidance and cultural expertise throughout the project lifecycle, strengthening relationships, supporting meaningful engagement, and ensuring Aboriginal voices, knowledge, and priorities are embedded in planning, implementation, and evaluation. The Aboriginal Project Support Partner plays an important role in advancing Western NSW Local Health District's commitment to Closing the Gap under the Districts Strategic Plan and Aboriginal Health Strategy initiatives to improve health outcomes, and supporting strong, respectful partnerships with Aboriginal people, families, and communities.
The successful applicant will demonstrate strong cultural capability and experience working in partnership with Aboriginal communities, organisations, and stakeholders. They will have well-developed communication and relationship-building skills, the ability to provide practical project support and advice, and a sound understanding of culturally safe engagement principles. Experience supporting projects within health, community, or government settings, along with the ability to navigate systems, influence respectfully, and work collaboratively across teams, is essential. Strong project management and organisational skills, adaptability, and a commitment to improving outcomes for Aboriginal people, families, and communities are key to success in this role.
You will work closely with the Executive Director Aboriginal Health & Wellbeing and with an all Aboriginal dynamic high performing District wide leadership team that supports a working environment culture to learn new skills and experience and to grow and develop.
This position is Monday to Friday during business hours with flexible culturally safe working arrangements available.
To find out more about the role click to view the Position Description
A career with Western NSW means you can challenge yourself, make an impact and shape the future of rural health.
To explore the benefits of a career in our Local Health District, visit the WNSWLHD website.
To Apply For This Role
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* Create a profile in the Recruitment & Onboarding (ROB) System or sign in using your existing login
* Upload your current resume
* Answer the selection criteria
Role-related enquiries:
Please contact Lesa Towers on 0457 927323 or at lesa.towers@health.nsw.gov.au for more information.
Additional Information For Applicants
* This is an identified position in accordance with Section 14 (d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977– only suitably qualified Aboriginal people are eligible for this position and are encouraged to apply. For more information, visit Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
* This recruitment may be used to create an Eligibility List for similar roles in the future (ongoing or temporary).
* Western NSW LHD can provide reasonable adjustments in the workplace. Applicants who provide information on an injury, health condition, or disability in their pre-employment forms will receive a functional assessment from our Risk Management Unit (RMU). This review will consider the applicant's needs and what reasonable adjustments and workplace supports are available to support their employment journey.
* Western NSW LHD is committed to the safety and wellbeing of every child in our care. All staff in WNSWLHD are required to provide a safe and supportive environment for children, while working to protect them from harm and abuse. For more information on the Child Safety Standards, visit: NSW Government - Office of Children's Guardian
* Western NSW is committed to creating a safe and accessible workplace that promotes diversity, inclusion and belonging. As a vibrant and diverse region, rich in community and culture, we welcome applications from all people to build a respectful workplace dedicated to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
* To find out more about the remuneration and conditions, visit NSW Public Health System Awards
* For more information, visit a Guide to Employment with WNSWLHD
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