Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until 27 April 2029
Position Classification: Health Mgr Lvl 1
Remuneration: 87813 - 116824 full time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ655597
Location: Randwick and Westmead
Applications Close: Midnight on 19 April 2026
For role related queries or questions contact Elizabeth Ramsay on
At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives.
As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.
Applications are welcome for this exciting opportunity at the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network (SCHN). The SCHN-Aboriginal Population Health Trainee will complete a three-year traineeship as part of the NSW Aboriginal Population Health Training Initiative. This will involve placement within the health service (SCHN) and part-time study towards a Master of Public Health degree at a NSW-based university.
What you'll be doingThe SCHN-Aboriginal Population Health Trainee will complete a three-year traineeship as part of the NSW Aboriginal Population Health Training Initiative. This will involve placement within the health service (SCHN) and part-time study towards a Master of Public Health degree at a NSW-based university.
The NSW Aboriginal Population Health Training Initiative (APHTI) is an ongoing program that commenced in 2011 and is delivered in partnership between the NSW Ministry of Health and the population health services (in this case, the SCHN) across NSW.
The APHTI is a three-year training program comprising part-time study towards a Master of Public Health in conjunction with employment in the population health services of a NSW health service. It aims to contribute to the development of the Aboriginal population health workforce, with the ultimate goal of improving the health of Aboriginal people in NSW.
The objectives of the APHTI are to:
• Provide a more adaptive and competent Aboriginal population health workforce
• Increase the number of Aboriginal people with postgraduate qualifications in population health
• Increase the number of Aboriginal people who have achieved public health workplace-based competencies
• Increase exposure of Aboriginal trainees to population health career opportunities
• Increase the population health workforce's exposure to Aboriginal population health issues, and the value of traineeships.
This position will build capacity within the Aboriginal workforce to develop and implement population health strategies to protect and promote the health of the people in the local community.
For more information on the Aboriginal Population Health Training Initiative please visit http://www.health.nsw.gov. au/training/aphti/
Additional Benefits (for eligible employees): Flexible work opportunities, Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits, accrued days off (ADOs), fitness passport, employee assistance program (EAP)
How to Apply:
Click 'Apply Online' and submit your application including:
* A resume (maximum 5 pages) outlining your experience
* Responses to the questions below:
* This is an Identified Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander Position. Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent through parentage, identify as an Aboriginal person and/or Torres Strait Islander and be accepted in the community as such. Exemption is claimed under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).
* Ability to meet the admission requirements for the postgraduate degree of Master of Public Health (MPH) at a university in Australia.
* Sound knowledge of social, cultural, political and health issues affecting Aboriginal people, families and communities, including demonstrated understanding of the social determinants of Aboriginal Health.
* Experience working in the health or relevant sector (including demonstrated skills in planning, implementing and evaluating health initiatives).
* Experience working in a multidisciplinary team and in partnership with community organisations, non-government and government agencies.
* Demonstrated oral and written skills and relevant computer skills.
* Demonstrated ability to self-direct and manage competing priorities, and a demonstrated ability to meet deadlines within work and between work and study
* Current unrestricted Australian drivers licence (P2 Licence Acceptable) subject to obtaining NSW drivers licence within 3 months of appointment.
Child Safe Standards:
SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health's commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Additional Information:
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.
Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.
NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children's Guardian.
Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.
An Eligibility List may be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies.
Need more information?
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Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN's Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at
For technical support please contact 1300 679 367
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