Project Officer Trainee (Identified)

• A Traineeship will allow you to gain a recognised qualification in Certificate IV in Project Management Practice with a recognised training organisation.
• The traineeship will provide a range of learning opportunities that will provide you with the exploration of career opportunities and pathways in NSW Health.
• This is perfect for someone who has left school and looking to gain a useful qualification in an administration-related field.
• This role will includes working with a welcoming, supportive Aboriginal workforce and local Aboriginal network to ensure cultural safety and inclusion.
• Daily tasks will include huddles and supporting the Aboriginal workforce unit achieve a range of projects and innovative practices along with connecting to any scheduled meetings to increase knowledge and network opportunities, maintaining records, data entry, and communicating information within and on behalf of the unit.
• You would have protected time to complete your studies during your work hours as negotiated.

About you:

• Identify as an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person.
• Recent school leaver who is looking for a project-related role.
• Have completed Year 11
• Motivated and excited to try something new.
• Engaged or willing to complete a National accredited qualification – Certificate IV in Project Management Practice as part of a 24 month traineeship.
• Enjoy communicating with a range of people.
• Want to work in a unit that delves into many aspects of Aboriginal employment and strategy.

About us:

The Aboriginal Workforce Unit is part of a People & Culture team that focus on attracting, recruiting, retaining and developing the Aboriginal workforce within the diverse professions in the health service.  Currently a team of one, I am very excited to welcome a new team member! The portfolio focus’s on engaging and developing new strategies, practices and pathways, connecting and presenting information and data, informing and advising on legislation and Award details and networking with a range of stakeholders. Supporting and increasing the Aboriginal workforce means ensuring there is creation of culturally safe working environments and opportunities to increase cultural capabilities within leaders and managers. Your input will be incredibly valuable to ensure we can provide support and leadership to Hunter New England clinicians and managers.

Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD) is a great place to grow your career. We are a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, providing a range of public health services to the Hunter, New England, North West and Lower Mid North Coast regions. As the largest employer in the region, we encourage collaboration, openness and respect in the workplace to empower our employees to use their knowledge, skills and experience to meet the principle of Excellence. Every patient. Every time.

The traineeship and the role is located on Gomeroi/Kamilaroi Country – Tamworth.

If this role interests you and you are interested in applying, please submit your resume and cover letter responding to the below:

1. Tell us about yourself, why you are interested in the traineeship and what experiences have you had with project management and/or support to projects.
2. Explain your understanding of confidentiality and maintaining boundaries with sensitive information.
3. Provide some examples of presenting information and communication and the use of digital technology and applications.

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