National Indigenous Immunisation Lead- REQ571789

As part of your application please address the following targeted questions:

1.  Describe a situation where you had to coordinate with multiple stakeholders, including diverse Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities or organisations, to develop or improve health policies or programs. How did you ensure that the perspectives and knowledge of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples were incorporated into your work? 
2. Reflecting on your previous roles, could you discuss a scenario where you had to advocate for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health initiatives, either within your organisation or at a national/state level? How did you navigate these advocacy efforts, and what was the outcome? Additionally, how did you foster collaboration between various research organisations, government departments, and community-controlled health organisations?
3. Describe any experience you have had in the design, implementation and knowledge transfer of research involving, or impacting on, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stakeholders and communities, including applying the principles of ethical research in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and data governance and sovereignty

For roles that require formal qualifications, please note that overseas qualifications must be assessed by the Department of Education or the relevant authority appointed by the Australian Government for skilled migration purposes.

SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity - we acknowledge the vibrancy that a diverse workforce brings to enhance both our workplace culture and our service delivery to children, young people and their families and carers. We encourage all suitably qualified applicants to apply. If you identify as an Indigenous Australian or as a person with a disability, please contact us if you would like some more information about our recruitment process. 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families that access the services we provide at the Sydney Children’s Hospitals Network. Aboriginal job applicants are encouraged to visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application. 

NSWHealth is committed to child safety in line with the Child Safe Standards. SCHN is committed to maintaining a child safe culture that upholds the rights of children and young people. We strive to ensure children and young people feel safe, supported, and are included in their care. Existing staff of SCHN and those seeking employment are required to prioritise the safety, welfare and wellbeing of children and young people in their care and take action to keep them safe from harm and abuse. 

Applicants holding visas with working rights may be considered for temporary appointment (up to the expiry date of their visa) where no suitable local applicant is identified.