Take advantage of this newly established role and make it your own!

This role offers an incredible opportunity to make a meaningful impact on health equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. You will lead and support the implementation of CQ Health’s First Nations Health Equity Strategy, contribute to workforce development, and strengthen partnerships across communities and government agencies.

As a respected leader, you’ll guide and influence culturally responsive care, support staff wellbeing, and help shape a positive, high-performing workplace culture. If you're passionate about driving systemic change, building strong community relationships, and leading with purpose, this is your chance to step into a role that truly makes a difference!

This is an identified role | Temporary until December 2025.

Job details

About us:

The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health and Wellbeing Directorate is an essential element of Central Queensland Health (CQ Health). The Directorate provides cultural expert advice and leads the delivery of health equity initiatives, culturally responsive health services and workforce enhancement strategies to achieve optimal access, experience, and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

About the role:

In addition to providing strategic and systems level advice, the Manager Health Equity and Programs will work collaboratively with the Executive Director Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health and Wellbeing, and various leaders across the Hospital and Health Service, to design, develop and implement CQ Health First Nations Health Equity strategy and programs regarding First Nations Health Services.

About you:

While there are no mandatory qualifications, a relevant tertiary or Post Graduate qualification in Business or Health equivalent, would be highly regarded to fulfil the responsibilities of the role.

• It is preferred that the successful candidate will have significant experience working in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health setting or in comparable roles within the Public Sector.

What we offer:

Total monthly remuneration value of up to $15,182 p.m. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $76.10 - $80.53 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5F645388

Applications close: Wednesday, 9 July 2025

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Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

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Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• RK5F645388 - Health Equity and Programs Manager (PDF, 410KB)
  Role Description
  
  Information for Applicants - Identified (PDF, 309KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Evidence-of-Attribute (PDF, 347KB)
  Information Package for Applicants