Careers

About Hunter Primary Care 

For over 30 years, Hunter Primary Care has been supporting the health and wellbeing of people across the Newcastle and Hunter region and beyond. As a not-for-profit organisation, our focus has always been on delivering high-quality, locally responsive care - not just treating illness but improving lives.  

We work in partnership with individuals, families, GPs, community organisations and funders to meet the evolving needs of our diverse communities. Our commitment is to provide care that is person-centred, culturally safe and easy to access, particularly for those who may face barriers to support. Our services include:  

• Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health  
• Aged care  
• Allied health and chronic conditions management  
• GP Access After Hours 
• Mental health and psychosocial support including headspace Newcastle 
• NDIS services  

We employ over 460 staff and have around 1,000 members, predominantly primary healthcare clinicians.  

Director Positions 

The Board currently comprises four Member elected Directors and four Board appointed Directors. Directors are normally appointed for a term of three years confirmed at the AGM held in November each year. There are at least two vacancies for Board appointed directors of Hunter Primary Care to be filled at the AGMs in 2025 and 2026. The Board is seeking expressions of interest from individuals who can bring additional skills, perspectives and community focus to our Board. 

We welcome applications from nominees with knowledge, skills or expertise in one or more of the following areas: 

• Corporate governance (especially in a not-for-profit environment)
• Strategic thinking and the ability to critically assess opportunities and risks
• Financial acumen, qualifications and experience  
• Risk management and compliance 
• Business and entrepreneurial skills 
• IT, new and emerging technologies (including AI) and cyber security 
• Mental health, disability or lived experience 
• Strategic marketing and stakeholder/community engagement 
• Ability to provide a community perspective 
• Ability to provide an Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community perspective 
• AICD qualification or equivalent. 

Expectations of Directors 

Directors are expected to: 

• Guide the strategic direction of the organisation 
• Oversee governance and organisational performance 
• Make decisions in the best interests of the organisation. 

The role requires: 

• Passion, professionalism and commitment to active Board engagement
• Integrity, enthusiasm and collaborative spirit 
• A constructive, enquiring mindset with the ability to engage in robust discussion 
• An analytical and strategic thinker 
• Ability to work as part of a team. 

The Board meets face-to-face in Newcastle around six times a year, plus the AGM and one development day. All Directors serve on at least one Board sub-committee. Directors are remunerated. 

Why join the Board? 

As a Director, you will: 

• Contribute to improving health and wellbeing of our communities 
• Influence the direction of a leading healthcare organisation 
• Work alongside experienced professionals with a shared commitment to the community
• Be part of an inclusive and supportive Board environment.

How to Apply 

Please provide: 

• A detailed CV 
• Details of current and previous Board and Committee appointments 
• A statement of the skills and experience you bring 
• A statement on your availability and capacity to contribute to Board deliberations. 

Applications should be marked Private and Confidential and addressed to: 

The Chair, Hunter Primary Care 

Expression of Interest – Board 

PO Box 572, Newcastle NSW 2300 

Or via email: chair@hunterprimarycare.com.au  

Applications close 9.00am Thursday 2 October 2025 and interviews will be held throughout the month. 

For further information, please contact Mr Richard Anicich AM, Chair of the Board, at chair@hunterprimarycare.com.au