At a Glance
- Tasks: Engage with the Pasifika community to promote health and wellbeing through education and support.
- Company: Join a dedicated health organisation focused on community impact and inclusivity.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, generous leave options, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: We value diversity and encourage applications from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in community health while building meaningful relationships.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualifications or experience in health promotion and community engagement.
The predicted salary is between 49500 - 60500 $ per year.
We are seeking a passionate and community-focused professional with strong communication and relationship-building skills and experience working with diverse communities. The successful candidate will be well organised, detail-oriented and capable of coordinating multiple activities and follow-up tasks while maintaining a high standard of work. Experience in health promotion, community engagement, community development or a related field will be highly regarded, along with a genuine interest in supporting healthy lifestyle changes through community-led approaches.
The ideal candidate enjoys working directly with community members, building trusted relationships and collaborating with a broad range of stakeholders to achieve positive health outcomes. Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends to support community activities, along with a current driver's licence and willingness to travel across South Western Sydney, will be essential. If you are motivated by making a real difference in community health and wellbeing, we would love to hear from you.
Selection Criteria
- Tertiary qualifications in social science, health or related field or demonstrated experience in lifestyle behaviour change, health promotion, medical, nursing, dietitian or nutrition fields, exercise prescription or a background in sports medicine, the fitness industry, health or physical education.
- Experience delivering community health, health promotion or research activities, including working with community members and collecting information or data.
- Ability to build positive relationships and work with Pasifika communities, volunteers, community groups and other partners.
- Strong communication and organisational skills, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Applicants must be of Pasifika background and able to communicate in English and a Pasifika language.
- Applicants must possess an Australian C-Class driver's license (including P1 or P2). Those who hold a C class license (P1 or P2 included) from a state other than NSW must obtain a NSW C class (P1 or P2 included) license within three months of appointment. Learner's licenses are not permitted.
Diversity, Culture & Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to accessibility and a supportive recruitment experience. We value the diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives of our workforce and are committed to fostering a respectful and welcoming environment. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, neurodivergent individuals, those from Refugee, multicultural and multifaith backgrounds, and members of the LGBTQI+ community.
Child Safe Employment
South Western Sydney Local Health District is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
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