Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator

This position qualifies for a Recruitment Incentive Package up to the value of $10,000 (pro-rata part-time/temporary positions less than 18 months), and a reoccurring Annual Retention Bonus valued up to $10,000 (pro-rata part time), under the NSW Health Rural Health Workforce Incentive Scheme.

This scheme recognises the role key health workers play in enabling the delivery of rural and remote health services, and aims to provide incentives over and above award entitlements, to attract and retain staff in these areas.

To recognise ongoing service in this role, once the successful candidate has served a qualifying period, they will become entitled to a reoccurring Annual Retention Bonus valued up to $10,000 (as taxable income).
For more information, please discuss incentive options with the contact person for this role.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 1
Remuneration: $81,581 - $108,532 + Superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ481193
Location: Broken Hill

There has never been a better time to join the Far West Local Health District. If you are passionate about making a difference in inclusion and diversity this inaugural position will give you the opportunity to leave your mark!

We really aren’t that far away - only 3 hours’ drive from Mildura, 5 hours from Adelaide or a short flight from anywhere in Australia.

Broken Hill truly is a town like no other with a supportive community that will welcome you with open arms. We can't wait to see you! Take a quick look at "Living and Working" in the Far West. 

About the role

As the Diversity Coordinator, you will play a key role in developing and implementing diversity, inclusion and belonging initiatives and strategies. Together with the People and Culture team, you will help enable continuous improvement of the organisation where everyone feels safe, respected and included.

At Far West Local Health District we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, where we don’t just accept differences, but we honour and support it. Committed to providing a working environment that thrives and values diversity, we encourage people of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander background, people with a disability and people from the LGBTQI+ community to apply.

What you’ll be doing

• Development, coordination and implementation of diversity initiatives and strategies to promote a diverse and inclusive workforce.
• Establish partnerships and collaborative relationships within NSW Health and with other organisations Diversity and Inclusion subject matter experts.
• Develop innovative workforce and diversity projects to ensure a committed, connected and engaged workforce. 

What is on offer

• 5 weeks paid annual leave per year
• 12 paid ADOs per year
• Salary packaging (pay less tax) and enjoy up to $9k for living expenses + $2.6k meal & entertainment.
• Novated leasing
• Remote Area Housing Benefit
• Isolation & climate allowance
• Fitness Passport
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development through frequent online and face-to-face learning opportunities 

About the Far West LHD

The Far West Local Health District is one of 15 LHDs under NSW Health, providing high quality public health services to the communities in far west NSW. Our vision is to create excellence in rural and remote healthcare.

Key to our success of course, is our people. Our workforce is inclusive and diverse. We employ well over 800 clinicians and support staff across our 9 health facilities in Broken Hill, Balranald, Dareton, Ivanhoe, Menindee, Tibooburra, Wentworth, White Cliffs and Wilcannia.

In the Far West LHD, we are working together to make a real difference to the health outcomes for our communities. We encourage you to consider joining our friendly team for a meaningful and rewarding career in rural and remote healthcare.

About Broken Hill

A true “Oasis in the Outback”, Broken Hill is a thriving regional town in far west NSW full of diversity, history and character. Being Australia’s first city to be Nationally Heritage Listed, Broken Hill is a culturally rich town with a vibrant art scene with over 20 galleries (more than pubs)! The unique attractions, festivals and beautiful natural landscapes see tourists flock from all over, but the ones who stay quickly fall in love with the place and its liveability.

With a population of around 20,000, Broken Hill is small enough to allow for a relaxed country lifestyle, while big enough to provide all the desired facilities of a regional hub including major supermarkets and retail stores, excellent schools (7 primary & 2 high), multiple gyms & aquatic centre, well-known fast-food franchises and a plethora of trendy restaurants, pubs and cafés.

How to Apply
­In this role you will be the face and ambassador of all things to do with Diversity and Inclusion to attract, influence, partner within, to grow our reputation both externally and internally. You are a people person who is empathetic with high emotional intelligence to connect with all walks of life and will have the following:

• Relevant tertiary qualification and/or equivalent and extensive experience in project management including the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• High level interpersonal and influencing skills including proven experience in coaching, challenging and educating business leaders in how to support and drive Diversity and Inclusion.
• Demonstrated experience in leading key Diversity and Inclusion programs and initiatives (including but not limited to, Disability inclusiveness, Culturally and Linguistically diverse initiatives, Gender Equity in leadership, and LGBTIQ+ programs.)
• Proven organisational skills including a high degree of initiative and flexibility, the ability to manage resources to meet competing priorities.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently with minimal supervision, and as part of a team to achieve assigned goals and objectives in a high functioning team environment.
• Strong written communication skills with the ability to prepare detailed reports, policies and management briefs.
• Evidence of a current unrestricted drivers' licence and the ability to maintain. Ability and willingness to drive/travel as the role requires. This may involve driving long distances and overnight stays.

The Welcome Experience

The Welcome Experience in Broken Hill connects you and your family with local people and local resources to help you settle in and feel at home in your new community faster.

Learn more at www.nsw.gov.au/welcomeexperience

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For role related queries or questions contact David Green on ************@health.nsw.gov.au

Applications Close: 14/5/2024