Salary:
+ super + salary packaging + other benefits
Department:
Aboriginal Health and Wellbeing
Closing Date:
14 Oct ****
We are seeking a passionate and experienced Aboriginal leader to drive disaster resilience and emergency preparedness initiatives that strengthen communities before, during and after emergency events.
You will work alongside Aboriginal communities, Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs), government agencies and key partners to support community-led planning, preparedness and recovery activities across Western NSW.
This identified Aboriginal position offers a unique opportunity to:
Build robust partnerships with Aboriginal communities and organisations.
Support Aboriginal-led emergency preparedness and recovery planning.
Lead projects that strengthen community resilience and self‐determination.
Influence regional approaches to disaster preparedness and response.
Contribute to better outcomes for Aboriginal people and communities.
Funded through the NSW Ministry of Health Flood Recovery Program, this role provides the opportunity to make a lasting impact while working collaboratively with communities, the Aboriginal Health and Medical Research Council (AH&MRC;), Local Health Districts, emergency management agencies and government partners.
If you are passionate about community engagement, project leadership and supporting Aboriginal communities to build resilience for the future, we would love to hear from you.
Benefits to working with us:
We pride ourselves on being supportive and flexible and offer a great range of benefits including:




Generous salary packaging options up to $18,450 per year
Family friendly and flexible working arrangements (including Hybrid model)
Collaboration with passionate, like‐minded professionals
5 weeks annual leave
Additional leave between the Christmas and Recent Year period
Option to purchase an additional 2 weeks leave or cash out 2 weeks
Corporate Fitness Program (Fitness Passport)
Professional development allowance and study leave
6 weeks paid parental leave
Free Employment Assistance Program
Working at Western NSW Primary Health Network
Western Health Alliance Limited (trading as Western NSW Primary Health Network (WNSW PHN)) is one of 31 Primary Health Networks across Australia. As a not-for-profit organisation funded primarily by the Australian Government, we cover both the Western and Far West NSW Local Health District regions, working to strengthen and coordinate primary healthcare where it's needed most. Our work involves fostering strong partnerships with general practices, health services, Local Health Districts, Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations, hospitals, and community groups. Together, we work to align services with the specific health needs of our region.
If you have any questions about this position after you have read the document, please contact
Donna Stanley on ************.
The National Indigenous Times acknowledges and pays respect to past and present Traditional Custodians and Elders of this nation. We recognise Aboriginal Community's continuing connection to their lands, waters and stories and acknowledge that sovereignty has never been ceded.
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📌 Senior Aboriginal Community Engagement And Resilience Officer (Orange)
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