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Program Manager (Identified - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander)
Southport
You will provide operational management and leadership by overseeing the scoping, planning and implementation of the Health Equity Strategy
Job details
| Position status | Permanent |
|---|---|
| Position type | Full-time |
| Occupational group | Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support |
| Classification | HP6 |
| Workplace Location | Gold Coast |
| Job ad reference | QLD/GC685281HP |
| Closing date | 02-Jul-2026 |
| Job duration | |
| Contact person | Kristy Hayes |
| Contact details | 0438 194 099 Access the National Relay Service |
This role can also be filled by the Administration or Nursing stream as per attached Role Descriptions
The Role
An opportunity has become available for a Program Manager (Identified - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander) to join Gold Coast Health (GCH) where the focus of our 13 000-strong team is on providing world-class health care to people living in the Gold Coast, and northern New South Wales region of Australia.
You will
- Provide expert and timely advice to all stakeholders on First Nations Health
- Provide advice and give expert level clinical knowledge of and expertise in systems, frameworks and legislation
- Lead the clinical professional and cultural oversight of a team of multi-disciplinary clinicians and support staff who are tasked with identifying and managing the key health priorities underpinned by the Health Equity Strategy
- Undertake financial management to achieve organisational goals and priorities within available resource allocations
- Provide clinical services which are highly complex, where new methods are required to resolve clinical cases
About you
To be successful in this position you will require:
- Under s25 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991, there is a genuine occupational requirement for the incumbent to be Indigenous to the Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander Community
- Registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency
- Tertiary degree or equivalent in Nutrition and Dietetics, Occupational Therapy, Pharmacy, Physiotherapy, Podiatry, Psychology, Social Work, Speech Pathology or from a recognised tertiary institution that is accredited by Environmental Health Australia
- Evidence of vaccination, or be able to be vaccinated against and remain vaccinated against - Measles, Mumps, Rubella, Varicella, Pertussis and Hepatitis B
- Tuberculosis screening, to identify if the tuberculosis vaccination may be required
- Driver Licence
- Declaration of serious discipline history must be disclosed
- Criminal History Screening will be required for new employees (GCH will cover cost)
Benefits
- Flexible work options
- Career Development
- Salary Packaging
- Modern Facilities
- Diverse Work Culture
- Research Opportunities
- 12.75% super
- 17.5% leave loading
Salary
- Permanent full time
- Base salary ranging from $161 540 - $167 217 per annum
About Us
The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Health Service provides a range of culturally appropriate programs, resources, and services to support Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander patients within the Gold Coast Hospital and Health Service. It establishes and maintains strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders with regard to the services provided to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples (which may include whole of government initiatives, other government departments, non-government organisations and the community sector). It is responsible for the direction and implementation of a range of priorities, plans, and strategies that relate to improving Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health outcomes and ensuring Health Equity.
About Gold Coast Health
- Nationally and internationally recognised location for innovative medical research and health care
- Annual operating budget exceeding $1.5 billion
- More than 1100 beds across three hospitals - Gold Coast University Hospital, Robina Hospital, Varsity Lakes Hospital and Robina and Southport Health Precincts
- Opportunity to combine professional advancement, job satisfaction and relaxation into one fulfilling lifestyle
- A workplace culture that encourages people to bring their whole selves to work so that they can perform at their best
- Committed to reflecting the diversity of the Gold Coast community and ensuring each staff member is included and feels like they belong
How to Apply
Click APPLY to submit your application by Thursday, 2 July 2026
Gold Coast Health is committed to providing an accessible, inclusive work environment. Please contact the nominated person if you require any reasonable adjustments throughout this recruitment process.
Job Ad reference: GC685281HP
Please note: no third-party applications will be accepted.
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
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