Assistant Project Officer (Identified)

Join the Centre for Aboriginal Health within the Ministry of Health for an exciting full-time ongoing opportunity to contribute to transforming Aboriginal outcomes.

This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.

About us

• Build your career in Aboriginal health.
• We offer robust development and growth support to all our employees, ensuring you have the resources and opportunities to thrive in your career.
• Our core values of collaboration, openness, respect, and empowerment are more than just words – they're the guiding principles that shape every aspect of our work.
• Embrace a healthy work-life balance with our flexible/hybrid working hours.

To learn more about the Ministry and what benefits we offer, access our Employee Benefits Handbook.

About this role

The Strategy and Transformation Team within the Centre for Aboriginal Health (CAH) is seeking a proactive and motivated Assistant Project Officer to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will provide high‑quality administrative, stakeholder and office support services that enable the effective delivery of strategic and operational projects designed to transform Aboriginal health outcomes across NSW Health.

Working closely with project leads and a wide range of internal and external partners, you will play an important part in coordinating project activities, supporting stakeholder engagement processes, preparing documentation, tracking progress across strategic initiatives, and ensuring the smooth operation of day‑to‑day project functions. Your contribution will help drive meaningful change and support system transformation that improves the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal people across the state.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is organised, collaborative and passionate about making a difference. With your skills and experience, you will be able to directly contribute to improved health outcomes for Aboriginal people while continuing to develop your career within the largest health organisation in Australia.

Crown Clerk Grade 5/6 starting salary from $99,938 - $110,271 p.a. plus Super and annual leave loading, with a 35-hour work week. This is a full-time ongoing role.

For more information, please read the full Role Description.

About the Centre for Aboriginal Health

In partnership with communities and grounded in culture, the Centre for Aboriginal Health drives system transformation to elevate Aboriginal health.
The Centre for Aboriginal Health works across NSW Health to influence policy, strengthen partnerships, uplift cultural capability and support initiatives that embed Aboriginal voices and leadership into health system design and delivery. Our work is guided by cultural integrity, community‑led approaches and a commitment to closing the gap in health outcomes.

What you'll be doing

• Deliver a comprehensive range of project support functions, including diary and meeting management, routine databases, secretariat support to committees and document production.
• Undertake small projects and other associated project support functions to successfully deliver key milestones and outcomes.
• Draft and prepare correspondence, presentations, reports and submissions across projects and key strategic initiatives.
• Receive, assess and manage email and telephone enquiries from internal and external stakeholders.
• Review and manage approval and correspondence for signature by the Directors, correcting for quality, and/ or seeking additional information or clarification from the author if necessary.
• Coordination of team administrative and project support to meet critical timelines.

About you

We are seeking a motivated and committed individual who can support the work of NSW Health with:

• A growth mindset, and commitment to continuous learning and personal development.
• The ability to work in a small dynamic team environment.
• The capacity to develop and maintain quality administrative support functions.
• Effective working relationships with executives.

This position is identified under Section 14(d) of the Anti-discrimination Action (1997). Aboriginality is a genuine occupational qualification, therefore proof of Aboriginality will need to be provided upon request to ensure you qualify for this position. 

How to apply

At the Ministry of Health, we want you to make the most of the opportunities you’ll get to grow your skills and your career, surrounded by authentic, smart people and leaders.

Please review the role description and submit your up-to-date resume (up to 5 pages) and cover letter (1-2 pages) explaining your interest and motivation in applying for this role and highlighting your relevant skills.

Use the link below to access our Capability Application tool, designed to help you excel in the recruitment process. Practice your responses with the example questions provided to effectively highlight your achievements and the strategies you used to accomplish them.

Capability application tool | NSW Public Service Commission

For role related queries or questions contact Alex Swain (Associate Director, Strategy and Transformation) on Alex.Swain@health.nsw.gov.au and quote REQ642428.

If you do require any adjustments to the recruitment process during the recruitment process, please contact Frankie De Luca on frankie.deluca@health.nsw.gov.au.

Closing Date: Monday 6 April 2026

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion

At the Ministry of Health, we are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and flexible environment which reflects the community and customers we serve. We actively promote the employment of women, people with a disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, LGBTIQ+ community and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

If you identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and would like assistance with your application or to obtain more information on how to apply, please visit The Stepping Up Initiative.

To be eligible for employment in these roles you must be an Australian citizen, or a permanent resident, or a New Zealand citizen, or hold a valid visa with permission to work in Australia.

Additional information

1. This recruitment may be used to create a Talent Pool for similar future roles (ongoing or temporary) that may arise over the next 18 months.
2. For more information on applying visit the Ministry of Health Career portal.
3. Please note the selection process will include a range of comparative assessment techniques to assist in determining your suitability for the role.

Don't miss your chance to embark on this fulfilling journey! Apply now!

Applications Close:  11:59pm, Monday 6 April 2026