The Royal Children's Hospital

Director, Maternal and Child Health

The Royal Children's Hospital  •  $145k - $155k/yr  •  Canberra, AU (Onsite)  •  10 hours ago
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Job Description

About NACCHO

The National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (NACCHO) is the national peak body representing 148 Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs). ACCHOs deliver comprehensive primary health care to more than half of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples nationally.

About the Role

The Director, Maternal and Child Health leads NACCHO's national policy, program and advocacy efforts to improve outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander mothers, children and families. Through strategic leadership, stakeholder engagement and evidence-based policy development, you will influence national health reform, support the Aboriginal Community Controlled Health sector and drive initiatives that deliver meaningful and lasting impact for Communities. Leading a small team, you will work across government, the sector and NACCHO to ensure community priorities are reflected in programs, policies and advocacy at a national level.

Responsibilities of this role but not limited to:

  • Lead and manage the Maternal and Child Health team, providing leadership, coaching and professional development.
  • Lead the development, implementation and evaluation of national policies, programs and strategic initiatives that improve health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children, mothers and families.
  • Provide high-level strategic policy advice, submissions, position papers and advocacy on issues impacting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health and wellbeing.
  • Work collaboratively with ACCHOs, Affiliates, government agencies and sector partners to identify priorities and support system reform.

About You

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

  • Tertiary qualifications in health or a related field is highly desirable.
  • Demonstrated experience in policy development, program management, advocacy or strategic leadership within health, social policy or a related field.
  • Experience leading and developing multidisciplinary teams.
  • Demonstrated experience working collaboratively with government, community-controlled organisations and key stakeholders to influence policy and system reform.

Why Join Us?

At NACCHO, you’ll contribute to meaningful, community‑focused work that supports improved health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. You’ll join a supportive and inclusive team, with opportunities for professional growth and a role where your work genuinely makes a difference.

How to Apply

Submit your resume and a cover letter (maximum one page) addressing how your skills and experience align with the requirements of the role.

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

For any questions regarding the role, please contact: Judith Mohammed, Director, Human Resources and Learning Management Systems on judith.mohammed@naccho.org.au

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

Job Closing Date 31 August 2026

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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