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Role Type

On-site • Contract • Full time • Director

Pay Rate

$145,000 AUD – $155,000 AUD (Annum)

Description

About NACCHO The National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (NACCHO) is the national peak body representing 148 Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs). ACCHOs deliver comprehensive primary health care to more than half of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples nationally. About the Role The Director, Maternal and Child Health leads NACCHO’s national policy, program and advocacy efforts to improve outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander mothers, children and families. Through strategic leadership, stakeholder engagement and evidence-based policy development, you will influence national health reform, support the Aboriginal Community Controlled Health sector and drive initiatives that deliver meaningful and lasting impact for Communities. Leading a small team, you will work across government, the sector and NACCHO to ensure community priorities are reflected in programs, policies and advocacy at a national level.

Responsibilities of this role but not limited to:

- Lead and manage the Maternal and Child Health team, providing leadership, coaching and professional development.
- Lead the development, implementation and evaluation of national policies, programs and strategic initiatives that improve health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, mothers and families.
- Provide high-level strategic policy advice, submissions, position papers and advocacy on issues impacting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and wellbeing.




- Work collaboratively with ACCHOs, Affiliates, government agencies and sector partners to identify priorities and support system reform.

About You To succeed in this role, you will bring:

- Tertiary qualifications in health or a related field is highly desirable.
- Demonstrated experience in policy development, program management, advocacy or strategic leadership within health, social policy or a related field.
- Experience leading and developing multidisciplinary teams.
- Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with government, community-controlled organisations and key stakeholders to influence policy and system reform.

Why Join Us? At NACCHO, you’ll contribute to meaningful, community‑focused work that supports improved health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. You’ll join a supportive and inclusive team, with opportunities for professional growth and a role where your work genuinely makes a difference.

How to Apply

Submit your resume and a cover letter (maximum one page) addressing how your skills and experience align with the requirements of the role.

For more information, visit our website at Homepage – NACCHO or download the position description. Copy the URL: https://shorturl.at/YBPIF For any questions regarding the role, please contact: Judith Mohammed, Director, Human Resources and Learning Management Systems on [email protected]





Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job Closing Date 31 August 2026

Company Overview

The National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (NACCHO) is the national peak body representing 146 Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services (ACCHSs). ACCHOs deliver comprehensive primary health care to more than half of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples nationally. As an act of self-determination, these services attend to all matters affecting health and wellbeing spanning transformative community empowerment through to individual health treatments and continuity of care. NACCHO’s work is focused on supporting the work of ACCHOs and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people overall through negotiating and advocating with Governments on health care policies and programs and systems reform. These issues range in variety from chronic disease management, preventative health strategies, telehealth, mental health and social and emotional well-being, listing of Medical Benefits Scheme (MBS) to the social and cultural determinants of health. NACCHO’s partnerships with governments and non-government organisations include: The Department of Health, National Disability Insurance Agency, Department of Social Services, National Mental Health Commission, Vision Australia, Royal College of General Practitioners and Gaaya Dhuwi. These partnerships greatly contribute to significantly enhancing the quality and accessibility of health care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. It is a very interesting and transformative time across the health sector. NACCHO has been driving systems reform in the context of the National Agreement

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