Aboriginal Workforce Development Projects Coordinator

Katherine West Health Board's (KWHB) vision acknowledges the distinct and diverse identity of their people and communities, ensuring member communities are involved in the planning, development and implementation of their health programs. Our holistic services are designed to promote the physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being of the person and their community.

Established in 1998, Katherine West Health Board is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation that provides a range of clinical, preventative and public health services to clients in the Katherine West Region of the Northern Territory. With four major health care centres and a range of satellite centres, KWHB services an area over two times the size of Tasmania (162,000km²), helping to improve the health and wellbeing of some of the most remote communities in Australia.

Katherine West Health Board (KWHB) is currently looking for a Aboriginal Workforce Development Projects Coordinator. This position is well suited to someone with recognised qualifications in health-related services or significant project management experience and advanced understanding of Aboriginal cultural values, and commitment to the advancement and self-determination of Aboriginal communities.

This is an identified position for an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person

Position Description  

Your responsibilities will include (but are not limited to):

• Coordinating local workforce development projects in communities in the Katherine West region.
• Support the delivery of projects that increase Aboriginal workforce participation, such as community roadshows and promotional events.
• Work collaboratively with health centres, clinic coordinators, project partners, and education providers to support Aboriginal employees and trainees.
• Support pathways into health careers for Aboriginal community members.
• Coordinate social marketing efforts to promote engagement in workforce development projects.

In return for your hard work and dedication, the successful candidate will enjoy an attractive remuneration negotiable based on your skills and experience PLUS super and a range of benefits, including: 

• Salary sacrificing.
• 6 weeks annual leave.
• Fantastic professional development & ongoing training.
• Flexible work and leave options.
• Relocation assistance.
• Travel allowance when working away from home.

This is an amazing opportunity to utilise your skills and passion to make a genuine difference to some of the most remote communities in Australia.