Job Description

Lead a respected Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service into its next chapter

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Bullinah Aboriginal Health Service is seeking an exceptional Aboriginal leader to lead the organisation through an exciting period of growth.

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With a new purpose-built health hub opening this year and a new Strategic Framework guiding the future, this is a unique opportunity to work with a committed Board, dedicated staff and community to strengthen health and wellbeing outcomes for Goori people across the Northern Rivers.

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The leader we're seeking

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The Board is looking for a visible and approachable leader who builds trust, values relationships and leads with integrity.

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You'll enjoy working alongside community, Elders, the Board and staff. You'll know how to bring people together, build a positive culture and create an environment where people feel supported, valued and accountable.

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You'll be a strategic thinker with the ability to lead a complex organisation while maintaining a strong connection to community. You'll make sound decisions, communicate openly and have the confidence to lead through change while staying true to Bullinah's values.

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Above all, you'll be committed to Aboriginal community control and improving outcomes for Goori people.

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About the role

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Reporting to the Board of Directors, you'll provide strategic, cultural and operational leadership across Bullinah Aboriginal Health Service.

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You'll lead the implementation of Bullinah's Strategic Framework, oversee the transition into the new health hub and ensure the organisation continues to deliver high‐quality, culturally safe and community‐led services.

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You'll also represent and advocate for Bullinah while strengthening relationships with community, government, funding bodies and sector partners while maintaining strong governance, financial sustainability and organisational performance.

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What you'll bring

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We're looking for a leader who combines strategic capability with genuine community connection. You'll bring:

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- Significant executive or senior leadership experience.
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- A robust understanding of Aboriginal Community Controlled Organisations and the principles of community control.
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- The ability to build trusted relationships with Aboriginal communities, Boards, government and key stakeholders.
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- Experience in strategic leadership, governance, financial management and organisational performance.
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- A track record of leading change, developing people and building high‐performing teams.
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- A genuine commitment to culturally safe services and better outcomes for Aboriginal communities.
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Lead a respected Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service at a defining time in its history.

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Work with a committed Board and passionate team making a lasting difference.

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Shape the future of an organisation moving into a landmark new purpose‐built health hub.

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- $180,000 base salary plus superannuation.
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- Generous not‐for‐profit salary packaging.
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- Fully maintained vehicle for business and reasonable private use.
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- Laptop and mobile phone.
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- Relocation assistance may be negotiated.
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Aboriginal identified position

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This is an Aboriginal identified position and is open only to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants under Section 14(d) of the Anti‐Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).

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Applications close 9.00am Wednesday 2 September 2026.

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