At Ahpra, we work in partnership with 15 National Boards to protect the public by regulating registered health practitioners. We are committed to eliminating racism within healthcare and ensuring Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples experience cultural safety in all interactions with the National Registration and Accreditation Scheme.

We are seeking an experienced and culturally capable leader to join our Cultural Safety team as Manager, Strategic Initiatives (Cultural Safety) in a 12 month, fixed term prospect.

Reporting to the National Director, Health Regulation (Cultural Safety), you will lead the implementation of recommendations arising from Cultural Safety Evaluations, driving initiatives that embed cultural safety into regulatory operations and support meaningful system reform.

About the role

This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who brings cultural capability, including cultural humility, the ability to build trusted relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stakeholders, and a commitment to delivering strategic projects that embed cultural safety, support self-determination, and drive meaningful organisational change. You will lead complex initiatives from planning through to delivery, establish effective governance frameworks, and build strong relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, senior leaders and key stakeholders.

About you

You are an experienced project, program or change leader with:

- Demonstrated experience working in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
- Strong cultural capability and understanding of self-determination and culturally safe practice.




- Experience leading and implementing complex reform or strategic initiatives.
- Proven ability to build trusted relationships and influence at executive and community levels.
- Strong project management and governance skills, with a focus on delivery and outcomes.

For further information, please refer to the position description for this role: Manager, Strategic Initiatives (Cultural Safety)

What we offer

- An opportunity to contribute to nationally significant cultural safety reform.
- Flexible working arrangements and a supportive, inclusive workplace.
- Health, wellbeing and employee assistance programs.
- Generous leave entitlements and professional development opportunities.
- Attractive base salary of $135,031 per annum plus superannuation

For any queries or a confidential discussion regarding this position, please email

Applications must be submitted by 11:30 pm AEST Monday 3 August 2026

Offers of employment are subject to successful background (pre-employment screening) and Criminal History checks. Ahpra requires all employees to comply with Ahpra policies, including the Hybrid and flexible working policy

Ahpra is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. If you have any support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.

Ahpra acknowledges the Traditional Owners of Country throughout Australia and the continuing connection to lands, waters, and communities. We pay our respects to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and Elders past and present.

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📌 Manager, Strategic Initiatives (Cultural Safety) (Melbourne)
🏢 AHPRA (Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency)
📍 Melbourne