Assistant Director, Maternal & Child Health

Assistant Director, Maternal & Child Health

The National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (NACCHO) is seeking an Assistant Director, Maternal & Child Health to lead and drive national initiatives improving health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander families. This is a leadership role with the opportunity to shape strategic priorities and strengthen community-driven health programs.

About The Role

As Assistant Director, You Will:

• Provide strategic leadership for NACCHO’s Maternal and Child Health team, aligning with Closing the Gap priority reforms.
• Lead a small team to deliver national maternal and child health priorities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with community-controlled health services, government departments, advisory committees, academia, and other stakeholders.
• Drive the finalisation and implementation of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander maternal and child health plan.
• Lead Secretariat functions and represent NACCHO at meetings, conferences, and national forums.

Key Highlights

• Influence national maternal and child health strategy for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
• Work in a values-driven, collaborative team committed to culturally safe, community-led initiatives.
• Engage with diverse stakeholders to strengthen programs such as Birthing on Country.

About You

• Proven experience in leadership and stakeholder management, preferably in health, social work, public administration, or related fields.
• Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples is highly desirable.
• Strong strategic, planning, and project management skills.

How To Apply

Please submit your CV and a cover letter outlining your relevant skills and experience.

For more information, visit our website at Homepage - NACCHO or download the position description. Copy the URL: https://shorturl.at/u3TMC

For further information, please contact Laura Richards, Director of Maternal, Child and Ear Health at laura.richards@naccho.org.au

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.