Community Partnerships Officer

**Employment Type**:

- Permanent Part Time

**Hours per fortnight** - 38

**Job Category**:

- Other Professionals - Health Information Management

**Req Id -** 5031
- Contribute to the well-being of the local community in a rewarding and impactful role
- Join the largest regional healthcare service in Victoria
- Exciting Permanent Part-time role (38 hours/fortnight)

**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 Barwon South West Public Health Unit is seeking a permanent part time, Community Partnerships Officer, based in our Geelong office, to work across the Barwon catchment, as well as the broader Barwon South West Region.

The position will join an existing team and work with partners and stakeholder to implement the Barwon South West Population Health Catchment plan. The role will focus on capacity building and partnership development to enable collaborative action towards priority areas identified in the catchment plan.

The desired applicant will have:

- Excellent skills and knowledge in health promotion, planning implementation and evaluation
- Highly developed partnership development skills and experience
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member

**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 $9,010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2,650

**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

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

We are also proud to be Totally Smoke Free.

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: Rowena Rittinger**

**Application closing date: 23rd July, 2025**

**Position Description