Aboriginal Administrative Support Officer

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (until 30/09/2024)
Position Classification: Administration Officer Level 4Location: Nepean Hospital
Remuneration: $35.22 - $36.03 per hour
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ486629Application Close: 29/05/2024This is an Identified Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander Position. Applicants for this position must be of Aboriginal descent through parentage, identify as an Aboriginal person and be accepted in the community as such. Exemption is claimed under Section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW).With CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment,working with us will ensure your professional life is provided every opportunity to succeed
and develop in your chosen career role.About UsNepean Blue Mountains Local Health District (NBMLHD) is a wonderful place to expand your career and grow your skills and knowledge. As a recognised leader in the healthcare industry, we provide a range of public health services to the Nepean and Blue Mountains and Lithgow Region.NBMLHD’s Population Health Division is responsible for addressing primary and secondary disease prevention within the local community through Health Promotion, HIV and Related Programs Multicultural Health. Our work is delivered through individual service delivery, Population level health promotion programs and capacity building initiates to members of priority populations on priority issues.The Aboriginal Health Unit is seeking for a highly reliable Administration Officer who will assist to provide Administrative Support to the Director Aboriginal Health and the Aboriginal Health Unit. We are looking for a highly organised individual who will assist in monitoring the work flow between the Aboriginal Health Director and key internal and external parties to ensure priority deadlines are met. This will also include organising and maintaining an efficient electronic filing system, drafting correspondence and meeting minutes.If this sounds like the next step in your career, Apply Now!Benefits available to eligible NBMLHD employees· Accrued Day Off (ADO) (full time employees only)· Opportunity for extra tax savings through Salary Packaging· Novated Leasing· Great education opportunities through Education Training Service which offers over 110 courses each year· Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members· Fitness PassportNBMLHD is committed to achieving a diverse workforce and is an Equal Opportunity Employer and actively encourages diversity and inclusion within our workforce. We encourage and welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders; people living with disability; people from a Cultural and Linguistically Diverse (CALD) background; people who identify as LGBTQI+, people with a lived experience of mental health concerns and people of mature age.What you will bring to the role: * This is an identified Aboriginal position. Nepean Blue Mountains Local Health District considers that being Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent is a genuine occupational qualification and is authorised by Section 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW. Applicants must have demonstrated knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures and have established links with their local Aboriginal community.

• Demonstrated excellent communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively with the local Aboriginal community, having knowledge of key Aboriginal services and cultural protocols.
• Demonstrated comprehensive administrative skills including experience with minute-taking, records management systems and databases.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex tasks, exercise judgement and solve problems.
• Highly developed computer literacy skills in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and desktop publishing software.
• Highly developed Interpersonal, verbal and written communication and skills, with the ability to maintain confidentiality on sensitive matters.
• Demonstrated ability to work under limited direction, with strong organisational skills, ability to monitor and prioritise workflow and excellent time management.
• Current Driver’s Licence with the ability to travel to locations across the District for work purposes.

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