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Program Support Officer (Identified)
Rockhampton
Bring your voice, culture, and passion to a team creating lasting community health outcomes!
Our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island Health and Wellbeing team are seeking a passionate and organised Program Support Officer to lead culturally grounded programs, strengthen community connections and drive real progress in health equity. From coordinating the School Based Trainee program to managing projects and preparing high-quality documents – you will keep everything running smoothly with initiative and care.
If you’re ready to turn purpose into action and help shape better health outcomes for future generations of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander’s, we’d love to hear from you – apply today!
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Administration |
| Classification | AO4 |
| Workplace Location | Rockhampton region |
| Job ad reference | QLD/RK6E683373 |
| Closing date | 02-Jun-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Ross Atu |
| Contact details | (07) 4932 3823 Access the National Relay Service |
About us:
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health and Wellbeing Directorate is a proud and vital part of the Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service.
We bring cultural expertise, heart, and leadership to everything we do. We champion health equity, design culturally responsive services, and drive meaningful workforce growth so that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across Central Queensland receive the respectful, high-quality care and support they deserve.
From expert cultural advice to innovative initiatives, we are deeply committed to improving access, enhancing experiences, and delivering better health outcomes for our communities. Working with pride, respect and genuine passion, we are making a positive difference every day.
About the role:
- Provide energetic and efficient administration support to the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health and Wellbeing Directorate. You'll help deliver meaningful health equity initiatives and programs that improve access, experiences, and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples across Central Queensland.
- Assist with planning, tracking, and delivering key projects on time and on budget. This includes supporting the School Based Trainee program, coordinating meetings and communications, conducting basic research, collecting data, and keeping everything running smoothly behind the scenes.
- Work closely with the Manager Health Equity and Programs and the wider team, preparing high-quality documents, reports, and correspondence while building strong, positive relationships with stakeholders.
- Help foster a positive, high-performing workplace culture that values respect, collaboration, and wellbeing.
About you:
- You identify as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person, and bring your lived experience, cultural knowledge, and passion to help drive meaningful health equity and better outcomes for our communities (mandatory).
- You have solid knowledge of contemporary project management methodologies and thrive on keeping things on track. You're skilled at planning, coordinating, and delivering tasks efficiently while maintaining high standards.
- You use innovative, customer-focused approaches to strengthen administrative systems and continuously improve programs and services.
- You work well with limited supervision, build great relationships with stakeholders, and are committed to creating a respectful, high-performing, and supportive workplace culture.
What we offer:
Total remuneration value of up to $117,603 p.a. is comprised of:
- An hourly rate between $47.18 - $51.98 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
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:
- Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
- Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6E683373
Applications close: Tuesday, 2 June 2026
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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.
This position will be filled in accordance with Queensland Public Health Sector (QUEENSLAND HEALTH) CERTIFIED AGREEMENT (No. 12) 2025.
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