SA Health Job reference: ****** Location: **** - NORTH ADELAIDE Job status: Long Term Contract Eligibility: Open to Everyone Women's and Children's Health Network, Aboriginal Health Wellbeing Division, North Adelaide ****.
Salary - ASO6 ($105,747 - $111,854) + 12% Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits Full-time, Long term contract to June **** About WCHN Join the Women's and Children's Health Network (WCHN), South Australia's leading provider of care for women, babies, children and young people.
We're shaping the future of healthcare through compassion, innovation and excellence — with our communities at the heart of everything we do.
What WCHN Can Offer You Access to salary packaging benefits of up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (e.g. mortgage, rent, utilities, groceries), plus an additional $2,650 each FBT year for meal entertainment expenses.
Access to Fitness Passport (workplace health and fitness program that gives you and your family access to a wide choice of gyms and pools across South Australia.) Free public transport to and from the Women's and Children's Hospital for SA Health metropolitan hospital staff (excludes network community sites).
Support for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.
Relocation financial support may be negotiated, subject to eligibility.
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A requirement of this role is that the applicant is Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander pursuant to an exemption under the Equal Opportunity Act **** (SA).
This role requires Aboriginal expertise, cultural knowledge and life experience.




Applications for the position is therefore only open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander applicants.
About the role As an Aboriginal Project Officer (Communications), you will work alongside communities and partners to improve culturally secure maternity care, strengthen continuity of care and support better outcomes for Aboriginal women and families - making a real difference for Aboriginal Families across SA.
Key duties of the role Establish scope, deliverables, timeframes and desired outcomes for each project whilst monitoring performance and advising as required.
Contribute to the development of recommendations relating to culturally responsive service delivery, workforce sustainability and future funding opportunities.
Liaise, consult and engage in a culturally safe and respectful manner with Aboriginal communities, individuals, families, ACCHOs and agencies.
Assist in identifying suitable partnerships and liaising with other agencies to assist the development of WCHN Services Establish and maintain positive working relationships with staff, managers and other key internal stakeholders within the service and directorate, public and private sectors through the use of effective consultation, networking and liaison Skills and Experience Demonstrated ability to engage and build effective relationships with Aboriginal communities and organisations.




Proven experience in developing and planning complex and significant project work to achieve outcomes in a timely manner Knowledge of Aboriginal health priorities and contemporary issues affecting Aboriginal women, children and families.
Understanding of the impact of colonisation, racism and social determinants on Aboriginal health and wellbeing.
Enquiries can be directed to Rebecca Kimlin, Executive Director - Aboriginal Health ******** ****** Want to learn more about career opportunities at WCHN?
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Application Closing Date: Tuesday 15 September **** at 11:55PM Applications close: 15/09/2026 11:55 PM Flexibility Statement The South Australian public sector promotes diversity and flexible ways of working including part-time.
Applicants are encouraged to discuss the flexible working arrangements for this role.

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