Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator

Diversity and Inclusion Coordinator
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 1
Remuneration: $81,581 - $108,532 + Super
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ461242
Location:
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 " " 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
• Corporate rates at local gym (YMCA)
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development through frequent online and face-to-face learning opportunities

About the Far West LHD
The 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 qualifications (Cert IV or Diploma accepted)
• 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.)
• Excellent relationship building and stakeholder management skills to coach, challenge and educate business leaders to support and drive Diversity and Inclusion.
• 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 verbal and written communication skills with the ability to prepare detailed reports, policies and management briefs.
• Good computer literacy including proven experience using Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, Outlook as well as ERP or other HCM systems.
• A current unrestricted driver's licence. This role includes travel and may involve driving long distances and overnight stays as the role requires.

To be considered for this position, please ensure you address the selection criteria in the application as thoroughly as possible.
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For role related queries or questions contact David Green on david.green6@health.nsw.gov.au
Applications Close: 20th February 2024