This is an opportunity to support women and families across East Arnhem Land through pregnancy, birth planning, and early parenthood in a way that respects culture, tradition, and community strengths.

What We Offer

A competitive and comprehensive benefits package:

- Competitive salary of $131,995 to $141,804 per annum + 12% superannuation
- Housing and utilities provided: subject to applicable conditions
- Relocation & repatriation support: Up to $10,400
- Salary packaging: Up to $15,900 + $2,650 Meals & Entertainment

As a Remote Area Midwife (RAM), you will:
- Work within a multidisciplinary team alongside an Aboriginal Health workforce in the Maternal and Women’s Health Program
- Provide high-quality antenatal and postnatal care
- Build trusted relationships with women, families, and community leaders
- Support culturally secure, holistic models of care
- Contribute to healthier futures for remote families
- Engage with Yolnu culture and learn from local knowledge holders

Why Join Miwatj Health?

Miwatj Health offers unique opportunities to experience East Arnhem Land while working in a role that values culture, autonomy, and connection.

Flexibility for your lifestyle

Choose:

- Permanent FIFO
- Permanent community-based

Clinic Locations

You can choose from four of our remote RAN clinics:

- Galiwin’ku
- Gapuwiyak
- Milingimbi
- Ramingining

Generous leave entitlements:
- 6 weeks annual leave + 17.5% loading
- Fares Out Leave
- 12 days personal leave




- 5 days compassionate leave
- Miwatj Annual Leave Travel Assistance of up to $2,179.89 p/a

Professional development & support:
- Study leave + up to $1,800 study assistance
- Post-Graduate Allowance (2% of your salary)
- Tailored training and professional development pathways
- Eligibility for $10,000 Retention Bonus (conditions apply)

Additional Support

You may also be eligible for the NT Thrive Health Professional Relocation Grant, offering up to $10,000 toward relocation, housing, wellbeing, cultural training, and professional upskilling.
More info: https://ntphn.org.au/grants-and-scholarships/health-professional-relocation-grant/

About Miwatj Health

Miwatj Health is an Aboriginal Community-Controlled Health Service, delivering culturally grounded, comprehensive primary health care across East Arnhem Land. Established in 1992, we support over 6,000 Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander residents through:

- 7 remote clinics
- Outreach services
- A dedicated Aboriginal workforce
- Strong partnerships with Yolnu leaders and communities

Our vision is simple: Yolnu-powered health and wellbeing.

Successful applicants must be willing to travel in small charter planes, and the ability to drive a 4WD will be looked upon favorably. For more detailed Selection Criteria, please click to view the full Job Description.

For more information, please contact the recruitment team at [email protected]

📌 Permanent Remote Area Midwife - FIFO or Northern Territory-Based
🏢 Miwatj Health Aboriginal
📍 Northern Territory