Project Officer, Vaping Prevention

**Position Number**:JR-002 134

**Location**:Parkville

**Role type**:Part time, Fixed term until March 2028

**Department**:Student and Scholarly Services; Chief Operating Officer Portfolio

**Salary**:UoM 6 - $ 98,870 - $ 1 07,023 p.a. plus 17% super
- Lead impactful vaping prevention project / Collaborate with diverse stakeholders / Develop innovative health promotion strategies.
- Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

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As a Project Officer - Vaping Prevention, you'll lead a groundbreaking initiative to address vaping among university students. You'll have the opportunity to coordinate and implement a comprehensive prevention plan, collaborating with diverse stakeholders to deliver workshops, promote anti-vaping campaigns, and organize student health promotion events. Your role will be crucial in shaping healthier campus environments and contributing to impactful research on vaping prevention strategies.

**Your responsibilities will include**:

- Coordinate Vaping Prevention Initiatives: Plan, implement, and evaluate activities outlined in a VicHealth grant workplan, including workshops and the 'Uncloud' anti-vaping media campaign.
- Engage with Stakeholders: Develop and maintain relationships with key university and external partners, ensuring effective collaboration and student involvement.
- Manage Project Deliverables: Ensure timely execution of grant-funded activities within specified timeframes and budget, preparing regular reports on progress and outcomes.
- Conduct Research and data collection : Implement data collection methods to assess the impact of vaping prevention activities and contribute to reports showcasing grant achievements.

**You may be a great fit if**:
You are a dedicated health promotion professional with a bachelor's degree in a relevant field, possessing strong project coordination skills, excellent communication abilities, and a passion for improving student health outcomes.

**You may also**:

- Have a bachelor's degree in Public Health, Health Promotion, Education (or studying, or a related field.
- Possess experience in project coordination, implementation, and monitoring evaluation.
- Demonstrate an understanding of health promotion principles, particularly in substance use prevention.
- Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills for engaging diverse stakeholders.
- Show proficiency in data collection, report writing, and campaign planning.
- Be able to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Possess strong organisational and time management skills.

**What**we**offer you**

We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:

- Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
- Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance
- Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance
- Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

**Your new team - Student and Scholarly Services**

Student and Scholarly Services provides student administration and services from recruitment and point of enquiry to graduation. This team also delivers wellbeing and scholarly services to students and staff.

The Project Officer role sits within the Health Promotion Program (HPP) Team within the Wellbeing Services portfolio.

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**Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.**This role requires current valid work rights for Australia.

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