Job Description
Senior Project & Policy Officer, Aboriginal Health
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Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC – Melbourne VIC
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This is a prioritised role for Aboriginal people, who will be given priority consideration as per the special measures provision of the Equal Opportunity Act ****.
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What you will do
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As Senior Aboriginal Policy and Projects Officer, you will improve Aboriginal healthcare across Victoria and work with Aboriginal people and health services to improve long term care.
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You will:
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design, deliver and review practical improvements to Aboriginal healthcare and cultural safety
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listen to Aboriginal people in custody and youth justice, then use their views to improve healthcare
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work with Aboriginal health organisations, health providers and justice teams to solve key issues
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build strong working relationships that help resolve problems and improve care
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prepare clear reports,



briefs and project plans to help senior leaders make decisions.
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About you
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You do not need a mandatory qualification. A relevant qualification in healthcare, public policy or justice is highly desirable. You must be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander to apply for this designated position and will need to provide a Certificate of Aboriginality before an offer.
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You should also have:
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strong knowledge of Aboriginal communities, culture and issues affecting Aboriginal people
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sensitive communication skills and the ability to work well with Victorian Aboriginal communities
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strong analytical skills to research issues and develop clear policy and program options
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strong people skills and the ability to build trusted working relationships.
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Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.
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📌 Senior Project & Policy Officer, Aboriginal Health (Victoria)
🏢 Department Of Justice And Community Safety Vic
📍 Victoria