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Project Officer, Medical Advisor Team

Clinical • Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia • Full-time

Role Type

On-site • Contract • Full-time • Entry Level

Pay Rate

75000 AUD – 80000 AUD (Annum)

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 Project Officer, Medical Advisor Team supports the planning and delivery of programs led by NACCHO’s Medical Advisor Team, including the MyMedicare program. The role provides project management, coordination and secretariat support across the policy and program lifecycle, contributing to evidence‑based advice that supports Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations.

  

Responsibilities of this role but not limited to: 

  • Contribute to the management and delivery of sector contracts for services, including assisting to develop requests for quotes and agreements; manage funding agreements and associated reporting on project outcomes.
  • Prepare project reports, discussion papers, and briefs.
  • Assist with the coordination, secretariat, and reporting tasks for internal and external meetings.

     

About You 

To succeed in this role, you will bring: 

  • Experience providing practical project support, including tracking progress and preparing reports.
  • Experience supporting meetings and coordination activities, such as scheduling, agendas, minutes and stakeholder liaison.
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word and Excel for everyday coordination and reporting.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a Working with Vulnerable People (WWVP) registration (ACT).

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 

To apply, please submit your resume and a one‑page cover letter 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/rl9wW

 

For any questions regarding the role, please contact: Jason Agostino, Senior Medical Advisor at jason.agostino@naccho.org.au

 

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

 

  

Job Closing Date 1 May 2026

Company Overview

The National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (NACCHO) is the national peak body representing 146 Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services (ACCHSs). ACCHOs deliver comprehensive primary health care to more than half of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples nationally. As an act of self-determination, these services attend to all matters affecting health and wellbeing spanning transformative community empowerment through to individual health treatments and continuity of care. NACCHO’s work is focused on supporting the work of ACCHOs and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people overall through negotiating and advocating with Governments on health care policies and programs and systems reform. These issues range in variety from chronic disease management, preventative health strategies, telehealth, mental health and social and emotional well-being, listing of Medical Benefits Scheme (MBS) to the social and cultural determinants of health. NACCHO’s partnerships with governments and non-government organisations include: The Department of Health, National Disability Insurance Agency, Department of Social Services, National Mental Health Commission, Vision Australia, Royal College of General Practitioners and Gaaya Dhuwi. These partnerships greatly contribute to significantly enhancing the quality and accessibility of health care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. It is a very interesting and transformative time across the health sector. NACCHO has been driving systems reform in the context of the National Agreement