About NACCHO

The National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (NACCHO) is the national peak body representing 146 Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services (ACCHSs). These services provide comprehensive primary health care to over half of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples nationwide, addressing health and wellbeing holistically from community empowerment to individual treatments. NACCHO advocates for ACCHOs by working with governments and stakeholders on healthcare policies, programs, and system reforms. Key focus areas include chronic disease management, preventative health, mental health, social and emotional well-being, and the cultural determinants of health. This is an exciting time for health sector reform, and NACCHO plays a critical role in driving progress, particularly through the National Agreement on Closing the Gap.

About the Role

The Senior Project Officer will support the coordination and delivery of a range of workforce and training programs. This role will have the opportunity to contribute to improving workforce and training opportunities within the sector for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Key Responsibilities

A Senior Project Officer in the Workforce and Training team will:

• Contract management including monitoring project deliverables to ensure they meet quality standards and align with project requirements.
• Engage with internal and external stakeholders to ensure clear communication, alignment of project goals, and effective collaboration throughout the project lifecycle.
• Work as part of a team to deliver project objectives within defined timelines and in an efficient and effective way.
• Prepare regular progress reports, status updates, and documentation for senior management and stakeholders, providing transparency and accountability for project outcomes.
• Provide support to project governance groups, including member communications and secretariat functions.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements, best practices, and lessons learned from completed projects to enhance project delivery capabilities. 

Qualifications and Experience

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in administration will be well regarded.
• Demonstrated experience managing multiple contracts including reporting and delivery requirements.
• Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people is highly desirable.

If you are passionate about developing and delivering meaningful programs that create positive change for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, we want to hear from you! This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a dedicated team committed to integrated care services through the Closing the Gap reforms.

How to Apply

To apply, please click "Apply Now" and submit:

• Your resume
• A cover letter

For further information, contact NACCHO at Courtney Barker, Assistant Director Workforce and Training at [email protected] using the subject line: Senior Project Officer enquiry via EthicalJobs.

For more information, visit our website at Homepage - NACCHO or download the position description: https://rb.gy/ygkvyj

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, so don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity!