Public Health Project Officer

16 hours ago

Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia Miwatj Health Aboriginal Corporation Full time $101,226 - $106,497 per year
  • Support client wellness and independence in remote communities.
  • Work alongside a multidisciplinary team in a culturally responsive role.
  • Competitive salary of $101,226 - $106,497 per annum + superannuation

Your opportunity. Be part of something much bigger.

Miwatj Health Aboriginal Corporation is seeking a First Nations Project Officer for a time-limited position within the Public Health team. The role will undertake discrete CQI-focused projects and contribute to continuous quality improvement in health promotion initiatives across our communities.

This position will be available from December 2025 and can be offered as casual, part-time, or full-time, with the employment duration varying based on the agreed hours per week.

What's in it for you?

  • Competitive salary of:
    • AO5 $101,226 - $106,497 per annum + 12% superannuation
  • Ability to Salary Package up to $15,900 + additional $2,650 on Meals and Entertainment

About Miwatj Health Aboriginal Corporation

Miwatj Health is an independent Aboriginal Community-Controlled Health Service. Established in 1992, we're committed to providing quality services across East Arnhem Land and enabling Yolŋu powered community health and wellbeing. Miwatj provides culturally appropriate, comprehensive primary and public health for over 6,000 residents of this remote landscape. With a Head Office in Nhulunbuy, and a Corporate Office in Darwin, our delivery is focused on 7 health centres across East Arnhem Land and dedicated outreach teams who travel to additional locations.

What we're looking for in you

The ideal candidate must have an understanding of and commitment to Aboriginal Community Control and self-determination; An understanding of the issues faced by Yolngu people living in remote settings; Knowledge and experience working in an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services; Demonstrated understanding of health promotion principles and social determinants of health in an Aboriginal public health setting.

For more details, please refer to the job description below.

Vaccination & Immunity Screening

Miwatj Health is committed to providing a safe and healthy working environment for our team and our clients. In accordance with the National Health and Medical Research Council (NHMRC) Guidelines, National Safety and Quality Health Care Service Standards, and other local policies, guidelines and procedures, we mandate that all staff abide by our Staff Vaccination and Immunity Screening Policy.

For more information, please contact us on or

Application closing date: 31 October 2025

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