Senior Program Project Officer (Targeted)

• Part-time (0.6 FTE) fixed-term position until June 2028 for a dedicated Senior Program Project Officer (Targeted)

• Location flexible with regular travel expectations, University Centre for Rural health in Lismore

• Base salary $117,133.00 (Pro Rata) + 17% superannuation Part-time (0.6 FTE) fixed-term position until June 2028 for a dedicated Senior Program Project Officer (Targeted)

This is a Targeted Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Position. While we welcome applications from all candidates, this is a targeted role for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people. As part of our commitment to diversity and inclusion, Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates will be assessed as a priority. This Exemption is claimed under Section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Should your application be progressed, you will be required to provide your confirmation of identity documents. Your recruiter will be in touch to advise you on how to confirm Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander status.

About the opportunity

WellMob is an innovative, Aboriginal-led digital mental health and wellbeing initiative, leading online social and emotional wellbeing resource platform supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and wellbeing workforces across Australia. 

We are seeking an experienced Senior Program Project Officer (Targeted) to lead the creation of training resources and programs that empower frontline workers and strengthen outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander individuals, families, communities, and workforce.

This is an opportunity to be part of an initiative that's making a real impact in the Social and Emotional Wellbeing space, supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and wellbeing workers across Australia. 

If you're keen to use your skills to support stronger wellbeing outcomes for our communities and want to be part of a culturally safe and supportive team, we'd love to hear from you.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• design and deliver workforce development initiatives that build capability in the use of Social and Emotional Wellbeing resources

• create practical, culturally responsive change to safe learning resources and training materials for health and wellbeing professionals

• engage and collaborate with stakeholders to identify workforce needs and develop solutions that support improved practice
• coordinate projects and activities, ensuring deliverables are completed on time and to a high standard 

• promote training opportunities and contribute to stakeholder engagement activities across a range of platforms

• support research and evaluation activities that inform continuous improvement and future workforce development initiatives

• foster strong partnerships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, organisations, and health services

• contribute to a positive, collaborative, and culturally safe team environment.

About you

• relevant qualifications and/or equivalent lived, community and professional experience in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health, social sciences, education, social work, mental health or a related field

• a strong understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander concepts of Social and Emotional Wellbeing (SEWB) and associated health and wellbeing services

• experience developing, coordinating, or delivering training, education, workforce development, or health promotion initiatives 

• strong project management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities, timelines, and deliverables

• excellent written, verbal and presentation skills, including confidence using online communication platforms and digital technologies

• the ability to build and maintain respectful relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, organisations, and stakeholders

• experience creating engaging learning resources, training materials, or educational content

• the ability to work autonomously while contributing positively to a collaborative team environment.

Why work with us

We know our people are what make the University's mission possible. Alongside meaningful work, we offer a range of benefits designed to support you financially, personally and professionally. 

Benefits includude

• Paid Cultural and Ceremonial Leave: Indigenous employees are entitled to 5 days of paid leave and 10 days of unpaid leave each year to participate in cultural and ceremonial activities and fulfil community obligations
• Career Development: Access to Indigenous professional and career development programs, including mentoring, leadership programs, and development funding 

• Community and Connection: Be part of a vibrant community with opportunities to connect through staff networks (our YURA Network), mentoring, cultural events and professional Development opportunities 

• Flexible Work and Exceptional Benefits: Enjoy flexible work arrangements, 17% employer superannuation, Fitness Passport, generous leave provisions, staff discounts and access to a wide range of University facilities and services. 

Sponsorship / work rights for Australia

You must have unrestricted work rights in Australia for the duration of this employment to be eligible to apply. Visa sponsorship is not available for this appointment.

Pre-employment checks and declarations

Your employment is conditional upon the successful completion of all pre-employment or background checks required for the role in terms satisfactory to the University. Also, to meet the University’s obligations under the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Eliminate Gender-Based Violence you will be asked to declare if you have been investigated for, or found to engaged in, sexual harm or gender-based violence in the course of previous employment or in a legal process. Similarly, your ongoing employment is conditional upon the satisfactory maintenance of all relevant clearances and background check requirements. If you do not meet these conditions, the University may take any necessary step, including the termination of your employment.

EEO statement

At the University of Sydney, our shared values are trust, accountability and excellence and we strive to be a place where everyone can thrive. We are committed to creating a university community that thrives through diversity and reflects the wider community that we serve. We deliver on this through our commitment to diversity and inclusion, evidenced by our people and culture programs, as well as key strategies to increase participation and support the careers of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People, women, people living with a disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and those who identify as LGBTQIA+. We welcome applications from candidates from all backgrounds.

We are proud to be recognised as an Australian Workplace Equality Index (AWEI) Platinum Employer. Find out more about our work on diversity and inclusion.

How to apply

Applications (including a cover letter, CV, and any additional supporting documentation) can be submitted via the Apply button at the top of the page.

For employees of the University or contingent workers, please login into your Workday account and navigate to the Career icon on your Dashboard. Click on USYD Find Jobs and apply.
For a confidential discussion about the role, or if you require reasonable adjustment or any documents in alternate formats, please contact Danielle Selinger Recruitment Consultant by email to danielle.selinger@sydney.edu.au

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