Aboriginal Health Unit Project Officer

Latrobe Regional Health is a leading provider of health care services across the Gippsland Region

About the role

Are you seeking a rewarding and diverse Project Officer role in a leading regional hospital? Join the Aboriginal Health Unit at Latrobe Regional Health, where we value our employees by providing a safe and supportive workplace culture that enables you to thrive. 

Latrobe Regional Health is looking for Aboriginal Health Unit Project Officer to join our growing on a full time (1.0EFT) fixed term basis until 21 September 2027.

The Aboriginal Health Unit Project Officer is an exciting opportunity to join the Aboriginal Health Unit at Latrobe Regional Health and contribute to meaningful work that improves outcomes for Aboriginal people and communities. This diverse role combines project coordination, administration and stakeholder engagement, supporting initiatives that strengthen cultural safety, workforce development and Aboriginal health outcomes across the organisation.

Working closely with the Aboriginal Health Unit Manager, you will support the delivery of key organisational priorities, including the implementation of LRH's Aboriginal Employment Plan, Aboriginal Cultural Safety initiatives and a range of projects aligned with the National Agreement on Closing the Gap.

Working Together | We will respond to challenges together to create a safe, quality health service

The role of the Aboriginal Health Unit Project Officer is to:

• Provide high-level administrative and project support to the Aboriginal Health Unit, including meeting coordination, agenda preparation, minute-taking and support for daily operational activities.
• Coordinate, analyse and report on health and employment data to support informed decision-making and organisational reporting requirements.
• Support the implementation and review of LRH's Aboriginal Employment Plan, working collaboratively with People & Culture, Education and Training, and other key stakeholders.
• Assist in the delivery of Aboriginal Cultural Safety initiatives, Fixed Grant activities and associated financial and reporting requirements.
• Support the coordination of the Aboriginal Traineeship Program, including onboarding, orientation and engagement with education providers, Registered Training Organisations and community stakeholders.
• Contribute to quality improvement projects, cultural safety initiatives and activities that support LRH's Aboriginal Health priorities and organisational objectives.

About you

Ideal candidates for this role will have:

• Experience providing administrative, project or program support in a professional environment.
• Strong organisational, interpersonal and customer service skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
• Demonstrated experience in data collection, analysis and reporting to support organisational outcomes.
• An understanding of cultural safety principles and the cultural determinants of health affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders.
• A proactive, adaptable and solutions-focused approach with a commitment to supporting positive outcomes for Aboriginal communities.

Latrobe Regional Health offers a range of benefits including:

• Salary packaging up to $9,000 per annum.
• Meals/Entertainment benefit up to $2,650 per annum.
• Encouragement for professional development and ongoing education.
• A range of social club activities, discounts and diverse workplace activities.
• Free access to our Staff Wellbeing Centre offering health education and wellbeing
• Access to discounted gym membership and fitness services through Fitness Passport Services.

Interested about this exciting opportunity, but want more information? We encourage you to contact Troy Jennings, Aboriginal Health Unit Manager email on Troy.Jennings@lrh.com.au for a confidential discussion.

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About us

Located in the picturesque region of Gippsland, Latrobe Regional Health (LRH) offers the perfect balance between career and lifestyle. Enjoy easy access to Melbourne, stunning beaches, majestic mountains, and serene lakes. With flexible working hours, you can make the most of what Gippsland has to offer.

LRH cares for a population of about 300,000 and is the regional provider of specialist services. Our catchment covers 42,000 square kilometres, from Phillip Island to Mallacoota in the far east of Victoria. LRH offers cardiac care, surgery, medical, renal, emergency care, aged care, women's and children's services, pharmacy, allied health and rehabilitation. Medical and radiation oncology are offered by the Gippsland Cancer Care Centre.

Now is an exciting time to join the LRH team, with the $223.5 million expansion completed in March 2024, offering improved maternity and paediatric facilities, larger intensive care unit, increased medical and surgical beds and additional operating theatres.

Diversity and inclusion

We embrace workforce diversity and actively encourage applications from across our community including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with linguistically diverse backgrounds, people of all genders and gender identities and people with disabilities. LRH's Aboriginal Hospital Liaison Officer is available to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent applicants and can be contacted via email: AboriginalHealthUnit@lrh.com.au 

How to apply

Join us in our mission to provide exceptional healthcare services to our community. Apply today and make a difference in the lives of our patients and their families. Please click the APPLY button to be directed to our Careers page for direct application. Applications should include a cover letter addressing the Key Selection Criteria and current resume.

Applications Close: 14 October 2026

Explore all the great things happening at LRH by visiting our Careers and Training page of our website www.lrh.com.au/Careers-and-Training/ and take the next step in your career journey.

Shortlisting for this position will commence immediately. We encourage you to apply promptly as the advertisement may close early should a suitable applicant be sourced. 

Before commencement, the successful applicant will

Provide evidence of an original and valid National Police Record Check, an employee Working with Children Check, and a current season influenza vaccine (if applicable to work area), unless a valid medical exemption applies.