Fulltime | Lismore or within NNSWLHD, NSW | $197,473 - $215,676 plus super

This is an identified position and is only open to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples.

About the organisation The Northern NSW Local Health District (NNSWLHD) is dedicated to working together to deliver excellent care now, for a healthier community tomorrow. Serving a vibrant population of over 310,000 residents across a stunning regional footprint, this healthcare network thrives on a culture that puts people first. Guided by the NSW Health CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect, and Empowerment, the district ensures their multidisciplinary teams feel supported, safe, and motivated to innovate every day.

A career with the district offers a unique opportunity to balance professional growth with an exceptional coastal or regional lifestyle. The district supports their workforce with competitive remuneration, extensive career development pathways, and comprehensive salary packaging options. For professionals looking to advance their clinical expertise or make a meaningful fresh start, NNSWLHD provides a compassionate and highly collaborative community environment.

About the role The Director, Aboriginal Health, Oral Health and Health Promotion is a senior leadership role that shapes how Northern NSW Local Health District delivers culturally safe, high quality and community centred care. Working directly with the Chief Executive as part of the Executive Leadership Team, the role provides strategic direction, cultural advice and operational leadership across three major service areas. It brings an Aboriginal voice and perspective to district wide strategy, service design and decision making, ensuring that programs and policies reflect the priorities of Aboriginal communities and improve health outcomes across the region.

This role leads a diverse workforce across Aboriginal Health, Oral Health and Health Promotion. These teams were recently brought together and are still forming a shared identity, so a key focus is building cohesion,



clarity and a strong culture of accountability and cultural safety. The Director oversees business planning, performance, governance, reporting, workforce development and financial management, and ensures services meet national, state and local indicators.

A central part of the role is strengthening partnerships with Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations, community leaders, government agencies and internal stakeholders. The Director guides respectful engagement, supports cultural capability across the district and champions initiatives that grow Aboriginal leadership and career pathways.

For a full list of responsibilities for the above role, please contact Pipeline Talent via [email protected] .

About you

You are an experienced Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander leader who brings cultural credibility, strategic insight and the ability to work confidently across complex systems. You understand the social, cultural, political and health issues affecting Aboriginal people and communities, and you use that knowledge to influence decisions, strengthen partnerships and design culturally safe, accessible services. Your leadership style is grounded in integrity, collaboration and respect, and you’re skilled at navigating sensitive community dynamics with maturity and clarity.

You have substantial management experience (whether gained in health, government, community-controlled organisations or another complex public sector environment) and you’re comfortable leading multidisciplinary teams through change. You communicate with influence, build trust quickly, and work effectively with senior executives, clinicians, ACCHOs,



Elders and community leaders. You think strategically, deliver results, and foster high performance and “grow your own talent” pathways.

Above all, you’re committed to ensuring Aboriginal Health, Oral Health and Health Promotion are embedded as everybody’s business across the district.

Selection Criteria

1. Demonstrated senior leadership experience in a complex organisation, with the ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver strategic outcomes.
2. Strong consultation, negotiation and relationship-building skills with Aboriginal communities, ACCHOs, Elders, government agencies and internal stakeholders.
3. Knowledge of the cultural, social, political and health issues impacting Aboriginal people, and ability to apply this to culturally safe service design.
4. Proven ability to manage human, financial and physical resources to meet performance targets and support workforce capability.
5. Highly developed communication, influencing and strategic thinking skills, including experience preparing high-level reports and leading change.

What we can offer you

- Salary packaging and novated leasing – increase your take-home pay
- Fitness discounts – focus on your health and wellbeing
- Growth – access to professional and personal development
- Team culture – work in a collaborative, flexible and supportive team environment
- Opportunities to start or build a career, or re-enter the workforce

How to apply

- Your application should include:
- A current resume.
- A cover letter responding to the selection criteria and outlining your suitability for the position.

Applications are to be submitted via the Pipeline Talent website at: https://www.pipelinetalent.com.au Applications close 11:59pm November 2, 2026

How to get more information For further information on the position, please contact the team at Pipeline Talent.

Dave Collins

Director, Recruitment

E: [email protected] |mail to: [email protected]

PH: 02 8001 6603

📌 Director of Aboriginal Health, Oral Health and Health Promotion (Lismore)
🏢 Northern NSW Local Health District
📍 Lismore