Project Officer

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Remuneration: $62,486.00 - $104,066.00 Per Annum + Superannuation + Salary Packaging Location: Negotiable – Wallsend, Tamworth or Taree Employment Type: One Permanent Full-Time & One Temporary Full-Time (Identified Positions)Position Classification: Health Education Officer Non Graduate to Graduate Hours Per Week: 38 Requisition ID: REQ588581 Applications Close: Monday 11th August 2025 This is a position identified for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people on the basis of a genuine occupational qualification under section 14(d) of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977.
Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criteria.
About The Role We're seeking two passionate Health Promotion Officers to join our Health Promotion team working with schools and childcare services across Hunter New England.
These Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander identified roles focus on promoting healthy eating and physical activity practices that create lasting change for children and their communities.
One position is permanent (Schools Team), and one is temporary (Childcare Team) with potential for extension.
You'll work closely with local education providers, families and services to deliver meaningful, culturally safe health initiatives.
This is a rewarding, community-connected role where you'll be part of a diverse and supportive team spread across Newcastle, Tamworth and Taree.
In This Role, You'll Deliver evidence-based health promotion programs to schools and early childhood services Build strong relationships with local Aboriginal communities and education providers Provide advice on culturally appropriate practices and engagement methods Support priority services in low socioeconomic, rural, and remote areas Travel across sites to deliver preventive health services and support community wellbeing About You You're a strong communicator with a passion for health, education and culture.
You're able to engage with diverse communities, especially Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, educators and families, and you bring a personal commitment to creating healthier futures through education and empowerment.
You Must Have Confirmation of Aboriginaility, as this is an identified position under Section 14 of the NSW Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 Demonstrated experience in planning, delivering and monitoring health promotion programs Connection to community and understanding of cultural safety in Aboriginal health work Strong verbal and written communication skills Experience working in education, childcare or community health settings Why Join Us?Hunter New England Health Isn't Just a Workplace – It's a Place Where You're Supported Professionally, Culturally And Personally.
You'll Enjoy Support from Aboriginal program managers and experienced team leads Opportunities for professional and cultural development Flexibility – job share and part-time arrangements considered The chance to make a tangible impact in priority communities Salary packaging and structured orientation Additional Information An eligibility list will be created for future permanent full or part time and temporary full or part time vacancies.
Need more information?Click here for the Position Description Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Daniel Groombridge on daniel.groombridge@health.nsw.gov.au Information For Applicants Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below).
For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3v L5fq2 Stepping Up Website is a resource designed to help indigenous job applicants apply for positions in NSW Health.
For more information, please visit: https://bit.ly/HNEHealth Stepping Up This is a Category B position.
Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category B positions prior to offer.
All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy.
Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt.
Find out more by contacting Salary Packaging PLUS via nswhealth@salarypackagingplus.com.au or 1300 40 25 23.
Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefitssuch as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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