"Project Coordinator, First Nations Health"

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End date: February 25, 2026 (13 days left to apply)

Job requisition id

JR-007785

Role type: Fixed term until Dec 2026, 1 FTE Shepperton

Faculty: Faculty of Medicine, Dentistry, and Health Sciences

Department/School: Department of Rural Health

Salary: UoM 6 $100,847 – $109,163 p.a. (pro rata) plus 17% super

Strengthen community ties / Empower First Nations education / Drive impactful health initiatives.

Apply today to lead transformative projects enhancing Fist Nations well-being and educational access in rural Victoria.

Investing in you – benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

Only Indigenous Australians are eligible to apply as this position is exempt under the Special Measure Provision, Section 12 (1) of the Equal Opportunity Act 2011 (Vic).

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Your next career opportunity

In this partnership role, you will be instrumental in working with First Nations organisations to design and implement projects that support First Nations education and health. This role offers you the chance to collaborate with diverse stakeholders, foster community partnerships, and contribute to the strategic goals of the Munarra Centre for Regional Excellence and the Department of Rural Health.

Your responsibilities will include:

Enhance community partnerships: Collaborate with First Nations organisations to strengthen ties, identify innovative partnership activities and facilitate relationships between First Nations organisations and all DRH staff.

Design and implement educational projects: Work with the Munarra Centre and partners to develop initiatives focused on tertiary education for First Nations people.

Provide culturally appropriate support: Offer mentorship and assistance to First Nations students, ensuring their success in tertiary education.

Advance strategic plans: Contribute to the strategic goals of community organisations to ensure their success.

You may be a great fit if:

You will bring experience in working with First Nations communities, possess strong partnership skills, and have a keen ability to manage projects that drive positive outcomes in education and health.

You may also:

Have experience working in and with First Nations communities.

Possess strong engagement and partnership skills.

Demonstrate excellent project coordination and management abilities.

Exhibit well-developed interpersonal and communication skills.

Have a strong sense of cultural identity and commitment to community development.

What we offer you!

We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being

Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance

Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance

Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team – Department of Rural Health

The University of Melbourne Department of Rural Health, incorporating the University Department of Rural Health and Rural Clinical School, aspires is to improve the health and well-being of rural and First Nations communities by providing leadership and excellence in collaborative, multi-disciplinary and culturally sensitive research and education. The Department of Rural Health is committed to rural health and the health needs of communities in the Ballarat and Goulburn Murray regions.

The Department of Rural Health has a strong commitment to promoting First Nations health and supporting First Nations communities and so offers assistance in projects and programs which are undertaken as a partnership between the Department of Rural Health and local First Nations community and/or organizsation.

Be yourself

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. We believe the diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.

We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing reasonable adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. For assistance, please contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au

(subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments'). Contact details for other enquiries are located at the bottom of this page.

Find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants

We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Our Indigenous strategy, Murmuk Djerring outlines our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff and students.

Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au

for further information and support.

Please note: This role requires current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available.

A Working with Children Check (WWCC) is required for all positions. If successful, we'll guide you through the WWCC application process during onboarding and reimburse the cost.

Join us and unlock your career potential!

If this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:

Resume

Cover letter outlining your interest, experience and key information about yourself

Learn more about the application process, including tips and FAQs.

For recruitment queries, email Kate Vasconcelos at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au

. Include the Position Number and Job Title in the subject line. Please do not send applications to this email address.

For job-specific queries, refer to the contact details in the Position Description.

Applications close: Tuesday 24th February at 11.55 PM (Melbourne time)

Position Description:

JR-007785 Project Coordinator, First Nations Health PD.pdf

JR-007785 Project Coordinator, First Nations Health (Accessible Word Document) PD.docx

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