Program Manager - Aboriginal And Torres Strait Islander Community Engagement

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Primary Objectives

In coordination with members of the Healthy Living NT multidisciplinary team, program staff and relevant stakeholders:

• Lead consultation and effective communications with Indigenous stakeholders including people with diabetes, health services, health professionals and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities 
• Lead implementation and delivery of the program in the NT
• Support Healthy Living NT in our ongoing capability and capacity development to better support First Nations people.

All performance and conduct of duties shall be carried out in accordance with the principles of best practice, and in line with Healthy Living NT’s Guiding Values and objectives identified in Healthy Living NT Strategic Plan.

Responsible to the Education Manager and responsible for any program staff.  

Specific Accountabilities

As the Program Manager you are to:

• Engage with both Communities and the health sector to build relationships
• Develop an annual plan for engagement and program service delivery
• Implement and deliver agreed plans according to timeframes and within budget
• Undertake all program reporting requirements with accuracy and regulatory compliance at all times
• Manage financial resources effectively to ensure operational plans and priorities are achieved within budget and on time.
• Ensure compliance with occupational health and safety standards and organisational policies in all projects and programs.
• In conjunction with other staff, deliver the program.
• Improve awareness of the NDSS and the benefits of registration for Indigenous people.
• Provide and disseminate information to Health Services NT wide regarding resources and the NDSS
• Write articles and short form content for the consumer magazines, newsletters, social media and website.
• Engage with external consumer and professional networks, to understand the needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities.
• Work collaboratively with the broader health network in the development of diabetes educational resources for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and health professionals.
• Complete administrative tasks, correspondence and reporting requirements.
• Represent Healthy Living NT at conferences and seminars, where you may also be presenting about the NDSS, diabetes and Indigenous health. 
• Represent Healthy Living NT in National Meetings and collaborate with other state NDSS staff members.
• Attend and participate in community events
• Travel to remote and regional areas of the Northern Territory to provide information about diabetes in coordination with other health staff.
• Develop and maintain cooperative relationships within Healthy Living NT and externally to stakeholders and funders.
• Participate in Quality Improvement activities and contribute to Accreditation as needed. 

Responsible to the Education Manager and other duties may be requested as directed by the Education Manager / CEO.

Please note that the responsibilities outlined in this position description are not exhaustive, and only an indication of the work of the role. Healthy Living NT can direct you to carry out duties which it considers are within your level of skill, competence and training.

This position will be required to:

• Occasionally work non-standard hours
• Undertake travel within the NT, including driving where necessary and
• Some limited interstate travel

It is a requirement of employment with Healthy Living NT that staff obtain and maintain: 

• a satisfactory Police Criminal Check
• comprehensive vaccinations and immunisations required for safe working practices (unless formally approved for exemption)
• a Working with Children check (Ochre card)
• a Northern Territory Driver’s License. 
   

Essential

• Knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander     societies, history and their cultures, including an understanding of the issues that affect Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in contemporary Australian society
• Extensive experience in effective communications and working with         Indigenous organisations
• Demonstrated ability in administration and communication 
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, excellent interpersonal skills and   the ability to effectively participate as a member of a small multidisciplinary        team within a cross cultural environment
• Demonstrated skills with computer applications and a commitment to using information technology for communication, data collection, evaluation and resource development
• Previous experience in program delivery and staff management and co-ordination
• Qualifications in an area of the health sector, administration or   communications
• NT Driver’s License 

Highly desirable

• History of working within Indigenous organisations
• Possess high motivation, strong initiative and time management skills
• Understanding of the principles of quality management and demonstrated commitment to the process of continuous review and quality improvement
• Demonstrated analytical and report writing skills

All applications are required to address the selection criteria attached and provide contact details of 3 referees with your CV.

Applications are to be emailed to:

Chrissie Inglis

Education Manager

*******@healthylivingnt.org.au

Applications close 8am Monday 4 March 2024.