The Royal Children's Hospital

Cultural Strategic Coordinator, Indigenous Policy and Programs - PN235

The Royal Children's Hospital  •  $97k - $106k/yr  •  Canberra, AU (Onsite)  •  2 months ago
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Job Description

About Us

The Australian Medical Council (AMC’s) purpose is to ensure that the standards of education, training and assessment of the medical profession promote and protect the health of the Australian community.

Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

The AMC aims for a diverse workforce, so that we reflect the Australian community we serve. We believe that diversity improves ideas and results in better outcomes. Our employment policies reflect our commitment to diversity and inclusion. The AMC works closely with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and Māori stakeholders and is committed to ensuring a working environment that is inclusive and culturally safe at all times. All staff are required to participate in ongoing cultural safety training.

About the Opportunity

This role supports the implementation of the AMC’s Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and Māori Strategy across all business areas. You’ll play a key role in ensuring cultural safety is embedded in AMC operations and contribute to meaningful engagement and strategic initiatives.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Coordinating consultations with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and Māori communities, leaders, and organisations.
  • Attend recruitment panels to assist and determine Cultural Safety fit for the AMC as required.
  • Supporting major project deliverables and strategic goals across the AMC.
  • Facilitating internal communications and cultural safety learning events.
  • Managing a central information space and producing regular cultural updates for staff.
  • Organising yarning circles, education sessions, and culturally safe spaces at AMC events.
  • Supporting policy development, stakeholder engagement, and project tracking.
  • Contributing to workshops, meetings, and other initiatives that reflect AMC’s values of fairness, cultural safety, and self-determination.

This position is identified for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples. Being an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person is a genuine occupational qualification required to undertake this role under section 33B of the Discrimination Act 1991 (ACT).

The full position description is available at: https://www.amc.org.au/careers/.

About You

You are a values-driven professional with a passion for cultural safety and stakeholder engagement.

You bring:

  • Previous internal and/or external recruitment background.
  • Strong project coordination and organisational skills.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication, especially in policy contexts.
  • Experience working with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and Māori stakeholders.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and digital collaboration tools.

Desirable skills include:

  • Experience working in culturally safe ways with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and Māori stakeholders.
  • Strong interpersonal and influencing skills to build effective, respectful relationships across diverse teams.
  • Demonstrated experience in recruitment coordination, including advertising, interviewing, onboarding, and candidate engagement.
  • Familiarity with recruitment platforms and HRIS systems such as Employment Hero, SEEK, LinkedIn.
  • Ability to co-design and implement inclusive recruitment strategies and workforce initiatives.
  • Experience facilitating internal learning sessions, cultural safety training, or yarning circles.
  • Knowledge of the Australian healthcare system, medical education, or regulatory frameworks.
  • Confidence in drafting policies, reports, and strategic communications with clarity and cultural sensitivity.
  • Ability to anticipate risks or barriers in program delivery and contribute to practical solutions.
  • Experience in event coordination or stakeholder engagement activities.
  • Comfort working in a dynamic, cross-functional environment with shifting priorities.
  • Familiarity with visual communication tools such as Canva or PowerPoint for internal presentations.
  • A growth mindset and commitment to continuous learning, especially in HR and cultural capability.

What’s in It for You

  • A base salary of $96,598 - $105,888 + 12% superannuation is available, depending on skills and experience
  • Contribute to the quality of medical education and healthcare in Australia
  • Work in a dynamic, high-performing team
  • Generous leave policies, including an annual AMC Wellbeing Day
  • Access to professional development and LinkedIn Learning
  • Flexitime, annual salary reviews, and salary sacrificing options

How to Apply

Submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role.

Applications close at 5pm (AEST), 16 March 2026.

Applications will be assessed as they come in, and early submissions are encouraged

This advertisement may be withdrawn earlier than advertised should the position be filled.


For further information, contact

careers@amc.org.au.

The Royal Children's Hospital

About The Royal Children's Hospital

The Royal Children's Hospital (RCH) has been providing outstanding care for Victoria's children and their families for over 147 years.

We are the major specialist paediatric hospital in Victoria and our care extends to children from Tasmania, southern New South Wales and other states around Australia and overseas.

With a passionate, highly skilled and committed staff campus wide of over 5,000, we provide a full range of clinical services, tertiary care and health promotion and prevention programs for children and young people.

We are the designated state-wide major trauma centre for paediatrics in Victoria and a Nationally Funded Centre for cardiac and liver transplantation.

When it comes to training and research we partner with the very best. Our campus partners, the Murdoch Childrens Research Institute (MCRI) and The University of Melbourne Department of Paediatrics, along with the RCH Foundation, are on site with the hospital in Parkville. Together, we are committed to improving the health outcomes for children today and in the future.

In 2016–17, more than 85,654 children attended our Emergency Department, 322,291 specialist clinic appointments were held which was almost 70,000 more than the previous year, more than 17,000 surgeries were performed and more than 48,552 children were admitted to our wards.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
1,001-5,000 employees
Headquarters
Parkville, AU
Year Founded
Unknown
Website
org.au
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