Project Officer

1 day ago

Newtown, Queensland, Australia Barwon South West Full time $60,000 - $80,000 per year

Employment Type -  Temporary Part Time

Hours per fortnight - 64 

Job Category - Administration - Project Support

Req Id - 5902

  • Work with community to improve access to culturally appropriate cancer care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Barwon region
  • Enhance your career with the largest regional healthcare service in Victoria
  • Temporary part-time opportunity (0.8 FTE) for 3 years

About Barwon Health

Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all.

About the facility 

Our major sites include University Hospital Geelong in Geelong's CBD, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential aged care facilities spanning the region. Comprehensive mental health, community health and dental services are delivered through various programs across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac.

About the role

The Project Officer is responsible for delivering the partnerships for the Culturally Safe Cancer Care Project in partnership with the Wathaurong Aboriginal Cooperative. This project aims to improve access to culturally appropriate cancer care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people attending Barwon Health, Colac Area Health and Great Ocean Road Health. Both Barwon Health and Wathaurong will recruit project officers to engage with community and key stakeholdersm and to deliver all aspects of this project.

Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services.

About the culture 

You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional and dedicated team who take pride in providing high quality services. We promote positive, respectful relationships and strong partnerships within the workplace. Grow and develop your capabilities with Barwon Health's commitment to professional development.

Barwon Health staff benefits

  • Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction.
  • A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program.
  • Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career.
  • Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2650.

About Geelong

Derived from the local Wathaurong Aboriginal name for the region Djilang, Geelong is thought to mean 'Tongue of Land'.

Geelong offers a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homes.

  • Geelong is home to world class schools and education providers.
  • Doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast
  • Appreciate our vast and abundant parklands, sports and entertainment attractions, and thriving dining and shopping complexes.

To learn more about the region, click here. 

Diversity and Inclusion

We believe in the power of diversity and inclusion. We celebrate the unique backgrounds, perspectives, and talents of our team members, fostering an environment where everyone feels valued and respected. 

Our commitment to diversity strengthens our ability to provide compassionate and equitable care to all individuals, regardless of their backgrounds, abilities and identities. We are committed to providing positive employment opportunities and a workplace that promotes wellbeing, and we welcome and encourage applications from those who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.

We actively encourage individuals with disabilities and diverse backgrounds and identities to apply for our positions. Should you require any reasonable adjustments or support during the recruitment process, we are here to assist you every step of the way.

We are committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government's Child Safe Standards.

Prior to commencement with Barwon Health, all new employees are required to provide a completed Barwon Health Immunity Status form and have Staff Care clearance.

This role requires you to provide evidence of a 2025 influenza vaccination.

Contact person:  Simon Montgomery, Director Service Planning 
Email:   
Phone:

Application closing date:  26th September 2025

Position Description

Are you currently a Barwon Health employee? If so, please follow the links below on how to apply.

Instructions for Internal Candidates only  

 

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