• Job type: Full-time (35 or 38 hours per week); permanent
• Classification: SCHADS Level 7 ($60.27 per hour)
• Location: 267 Broadway, Glebe; other locations as specified 
• Reports to: Chief Executive

About NUAA

NUAA is a peer-led organisation dedicated to advancing the health, human rights and dignity of people who use or have used drugs. We deliver innovative harm reduction and peer-based health services across NSW, including hepatitis C testing and linkage to care, peer distribution, outreach and community engagement programs.

We are committed to evidence-based, trauma-informed and culturally safe practice, and work alongside peers, communities, Local Health Districts and partner organisations to improve health outcomes and reduce stigma.

This is an opportunity to lead high-impact, peer-led harm reduction programs that directly improve access to care and health outcomes for people across NSW.

BENEFITS OF THE ROLE

• Work for a respected peer-led organisation making a genuine impact in the community
• Competitive SCHADS Level 7 salary
• Additional gifted Christmas leave during shutdown period (8 days in addition to public holidays)
• Optional rostered day off (RDO)
• Access to NFP salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits
• Flexible and supportive work arrangements, including work-from-home options
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Opportunity to shape and strengthen statewide harm reduction programs
• Professional development opportunities including training and conferences

The Role

The HCV Programs Lead provides strategic and operational leadership across NUAA’s hepatitis C and broader blood-borne virus (BBV) harm reduction portfolio.

The role oversees a range of statewide programs, including hepatitis C testing and linkage-to-care initiatives, the Peer Distribution Program, and outreach and community engagement activities.

Working closely with Local Health Districts, peer workers, community stakeholders and partner organisations, you will help shape the future of harm reduction and BBV prevention in NSW through strong program leadership, workforce development, partnership building and sector engagement.

This is a senior leadership role suited to someone who can balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational leadership in a dynamic and community-focused environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee NUAA’s HCV and BBV harm reduction programs across NSW
• Ensure high-quality, peer-led service delivery aligned with NSW Health agreements and NUAA’s strategic priorities
• Lead program planning, implementation, monitoring, evaluation and continuous improvement activities
• Line-manage Outreach and Peer Distribution staff, supporting supervision, wellbeing and professional development
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with Local Health Districts, community organisations, research bodies and government stakeholders
• Contribute to sector advocacy, research collaborations and policy consultations
• Support the development of funding proposals, business cases and new harm reduction initiatives
• Manage program budgets and delegated expenditure responsibilities
• Maintain compliance with relevant legislation, contractual obligations, accreditation requirements and NUAA policies
• Promote trauma-informed, culturally safe and inclusive practice across all areas of service delivery

About You

You are a collaborative, values-driven and experienced leader with a strong understanding of harm reduction and peer-based practice.

You are confident leading teams, building partnerships and managing complex programs, while remaining grounded in community engagement and practical service delivery.

Essential selection criteria for this role are:

• Lived or living experience of drug use, with strong understanding of hepatitis C, blood-borne virus health issues, stigma and harm reduction practice
• Minimum five years’ experience in harm reduction, community health or public health services, including demonstrated program and people management experience
• Proven ability to lead and mentor staff, including peer workers, in a respectful, trauma-informed and culturally safe way
• Demonstrated ability to think strategically and translate strategic priorities into operational outcomes
• Experience building and maintaining partnerships across community, health and government sectors
• Sound financial management skills, including budget development, monitoring and contract compliance
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including report writing, funding proposals and stakeholder engagement
• Knowledge of relevant legislative frameworks including the WHS Act, Privacy Act and Public Health Act

Desirable:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in health, community services, public health or management
• Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and/or multicultural communities
• Knowledge of NSW hepatitis C treatment pathways and NSW Health BBV and STI policy frameworks

Why Work With NUAA

• Lead innovative and impactful peer-led harm reduction programs
• Work alongside passionate and experienced peers
• Help shape the future of hepatitis C and BBV responses in NSW
• Be part of an organisation committed to social justice, dignity and community leadership

Please apply by submitting your Resume and Key Selection Criteria via the 'Apply Now' button below.

Applicants must address all selection criteria in their application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

next steps

To submit your application, please click 'Apply Now' by the closing date.

Please submit:

• Your resume
• A cover letter including statements against all selection criteria

Applications that do not address the selection criteria may not be considered.

NUAA is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We strongly encourage applications from people of all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disabilities, LGBTQ+ communities, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people with lived or living experience of illicit drug use.

If you would like to discuss the role, please email [email protected] using the subject line: HCV Hepatitis C Programs Lead enquiry via EthicalJobs with the subject line: HCV Programs Lead Position.

A position description is attached.