Title:  Project Coordinator - Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

Project Coordinator – Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

• Permanent full-time | 5 weeks annual leave + monthly day off included 
• Box Hill | Easy access to public transport, shopping, and dining options 
• Join the dynamic team driving Eastern Health's commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion for our consumers, community and the workforce. 

About the role

As the Project Coordinator – Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI), you will coordinate and support the delivery of activities across the DEI Program reporting to the Manager Diversity, Equity and Inclusion. This role contributes to Eastern Health’s commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion by supporting the implementation of the Eastern Health DEI Framework and associated Action Plans, including priorities relating to gender equity, disability inclusion, LGBTIQA+ inclusion, cultural diversity and other areas aligned with organisational priorities.

About you

To be successful in this role you will possess:

• Demonstrated understanding of, and sensitivity to, the needs of culturally diverse communities, economically diverse communities, people with disability, LGBTQIA+ communities and other priority communities.
• Experience supporting initiatives that improve access, inclusion and equity for people from diverse and/or marginalised, backgrounds.
• Demonstrated knowledge of diversity, equity and inclusion principles, legislation, standards, policies and regulatory requirements.
• Demonstrated experience coordinating projects, initiatives or improvement activities, including planning, monitoring progress, managing competing priorities and delivering outcomes within agreed timeframes.
• Highly developed written, verbal communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to prepare reports, briefings, presentations and other written materials.
• Demonstrated ability to analyse information, synthesise data and prepare reports or insights to support decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Self-motivated and able to work under pressure both independently and as part of a team.
• Consultative and collaborative, working as an effective team member to deliver organisational outcomes.
• Ability to provide coordination support to committees, working groups and governance structures.

Healthcare workers are strongly recommended to follow COVID vaccination recommendations provided in the Australian Immunisation handbook (based on ATAGI advice). Seasonal vaccination against influenza is a mandatory requirement of this role, and an offer is conditional on this being up to date prior to employment.

About Eastern Health

Eastern Health is one of Melbourne’s largest public health services. We provide a range of emergency, surgical, medical and general healthcare services and have a proud history of serving a diverse community.

Our Employee Value Proposition is “Being a part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts”.

This statement aligns with our promise to our communities, patients, consumers and staff that we will be HEALTHIER TOGETHER. Bolder than a vision for the future, our promise calls us to action. We know that working together is the only way we can achieve what is necessary for a healthier future.

What we offer

Eastern Health offers a variety of fantastic Employee Benefits, view the extensive range here!

• Mentor and Shadowing program 
• Access to discovery days across our 50 sites 
• Study and professional development leave 
• Friendly and supportive teams
• Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion 
• Fitness passport for work-life balance 
• Employee assistance program accessible to you and your loved ones 
• Flexible working hours and excellent entitlements 
• Salary packaging options and an employee benefits scheme 
• Access to private health insurance offers 
• Digital upskilling, such as excel and Power-Bi training 
• Cafes at all our hospitals 

Next steps

Apply online if you feel we are a good match, you have the skills and qualities to make a difference and are eligible to work in Australia. We review all applications when we receive them, and we notify unsuccessful candidates. If you are shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange an interview, and you must complete a National Police Check.

Good to know

• We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability – within the communities we serve and our Eastern Health team.
• We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander employees.
• As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture.
• Vaccination and screening for immunity to vaccine-preventable disease is a mandatory requirement of this role.
• Advertising may end before the closing date.
• We do not accept recruitment agency applications.

Please click here to view the Position Description.

Contact Person: Nicole Telfer

Contact Number: 0418 314 581

Contact Email: Nicole.Telfer@easternhealth.org.au

Job Posting End Date: Wednesday 19 August 2026

Need help submitting your application?

Contact the Hiring Manager listed in the advertisement or call the Talent Acquisition Team on (03) 9955 7555 (option 1) for support.

Click here for the Candidate Guide for help with our recruitment process!

Our Values in Action

Respect for all | Safe always | Partnering in care | Learning and improving every day