Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 3
Remuneration: $137,525 - $156,231
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ691087
Advertising Closes: 21 September 2026

Employment with Mid North Coast LHD requires candidates to hold a valid authority to work in Australia (Aust Work Rights Visa).

Lead Cultural Change. Strengthen Connections. Walk Together.

Are you passionate about creating culturally safe spaces where Aboriginal people, culture, and community are respected, valued, and heard?

MNCLHD is seeking an Aboriginal Cultural Capability Lead to champion cultural safety and support meaningful change across our health service.

This deadly leadership role will work alongside Aboriginal communities, Elders, staff, and leaders to strengthen cultural capability, foster understanding, and embed culturally safe practices across the District.

You'll lead initiatives that:

Grow cultural capability and understanding across our workforce

Deliver and champion Respecting the Difference training

Strengthen partnerships with local Aboriginal communities and Elders

Embed Aboriginal perspectives into decision-making and service delivery

Support workplaces where Aboriginal staff feel culturally protected, respected, and empowered

Contribute to Closing the Gap through lasting cultural change and inclusion

This role is about walking together, listening deeply, sharing knowledge, and creating stronger pathways for culturally responsive healthcare across the Mid North Coast.

Bring your cultural wisdom, leadership, and passion for community to help shape a healthier future for our people and our communities.

Apply now and be part of creating a health service where culture is everyone's business.

Applicants must be of Australian Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Island descent.



Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification as authorised under S21 of Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

Further information on how to apply for vacancies can be obtained at

Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at .

AN ELIGIBILITY LIST FROM THIS RECRUITMENT ACTIVITY MAY BE CREATED FOR FUTURE VACANCIES

Diversity and Inclusion lies at the heart of how we recruit

Mid North Coast Local Health District is committed to building a diverse workforce that reflects and understands the community we serve. We are dedicated to fostering an inclusive workplace culture where everyone feels respected, valued and that they belong. As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from candidates of all cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences.

We encourage you to reach out if you require any adjustments or assistance during the recruitment process to ensure you have every opportunity to showcase your talent, skills, and potential. Please contact .

This is a Category A position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive for Category A positions prior to offer.

All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined under the General questions section at

Salary will be accordance with NSW Health State Awards for the advertised classification/s. These awards are available at

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📌 Aboriginal Cultural Capability Lead - Identified - Location Negotiable within MNCLHD (New South Wales)
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