First Nations Health Administrative Officer

Role type: Full Time, Fixed Term until June 2027
Faculty: Medicine, Dentistry and Health Sciences
Department: Department of Medical Education; Melbourne Medical School
Salary: $86,943 - $99,864 p.a. p.a. plus 17% super

• Shape First Nations health teaching in the MD / build strong community partnerships / collaborative, values-driven team

• Apply now to support First Nations health education and help embed Indigenous knowledge in medical training.

• Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

Only Indigenous Australians are eligible to apply as these positions are 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 role, you will support First Nations health teaching across all four years of the MD.
You will coordinate teaching, foster community relationships and help embed Indigenous knowledge in medical education.

What you will deliver:

• Provide high quality administrative support to the Wurru Wurru Health Unit and related committees and meetings.
• Schedule, coordinate and timetable First Nations health teaching activities across all four years of the MD.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with Aboriginal health services, community members and First Nations organisations.
• Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to support effective communication on initiatives and community activities.
• Support recruitment and administration for teaching staff, including casual payments, compliance and related record keeping.

You may be a great fit if you:

• Bring relevant administrative experience and, ideally, tertiary qualifications or equivalent education and training.
• Demonstrate familiarity, sensitivity and respect for the diverse needs and cultures of Indigenous communities.
• Manage competing priorities effectively, using Microsoft Office to organise tasks and meet deadlines in a busy environment.
• Collaborate productively within a team while also working independently with minimal supervision.
• Communicate clearly and build constructive relationships with academic, professional and community stakeholders.
• Maintain high attention to detail, confidentiality and impartiality when handling sensitive information and processes.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

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 fulfilment, including:

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team – Department of Medical Education
You will join the Wurru Wurru Health Unit within the Department of Medical Education.The team works to strengthen First Nations health teaching across the Doctor of Medicine program. You will collaborate with passionate academic and professional colleagues who value respect, integrity and accountability.
Together, you will help deliver impactful medical education that responds to communities and promotes health equity.

Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. 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 adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
  
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at [email protected].

Application essentials:

• Visit "apply with us" to learn more about the process, including tips and FAQs.
• You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
• A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.
• Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.
• Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the Position Description.

Want to know more?

• For queries related to this specific position, contact Sarah English
• For questions related to our recruitment process email Walid at [email protected]
• For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at [email protected] (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').

Apply today, and join a community that’s shaping the future.

Applications close: 5 July. 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.

Position Description:

JR-014399 First Nations Health Administrative Officer PD.docx

JR-014399 First Nations Health Administrative Officer PD.pdf