Public Health Program Officer - Immunisation Support
Job No:
AHCWA1344
Location:
Highgate
Location: Boorloo (Highgate, Perth WA)
Employment Type: Full Time
Employment Category: Maximum Term until 30 June 2026, with the possibility of extension
Remuneration: $87,474.98 to $91,334.17 per annum pro rata + superannuation + salary sacrifice + mobile phone/allowance
We're looking for a Public Health Program Officer - Immunisation Support to help build immunisation confidence and capability across Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services (ACCHS) throughout Western Australia.
You will support the planning, preparation and promotion of the NACCHO National Immunisation Program, while providing effective, ongoing support to ACCHS staff involved in immunisation, including Aboriginal Health Workers, Aboriginal Health Practitioners, Nurses, GPs and administrative teams.
Working closely with the Immunisation Jurisdictional Coordinator, you'll ensure staff have access to culturally safe training, upskilling opportunities and resources that contribute to improved immunisation outcomes and community wellbeing.
To view the full position description and selection criteria, click here or visit www.ahcwa.org.au
About You
We're looking for someone who has:
- Experience in planning, implementing and evaluating programs, education and/or training for a range of audiences;
- Knowledge and/or understanding of current issues affecting the health and wellbeing of Aboriginal communities;
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities, maintain attention to detail and meet deadlines;
- Highly developed written, verbal and interpersonal skills, including consultation and negotiation;
- Ability to undertake action research to prepare, collate and organise data; and
- A demonstrated ability to uphold the principles of cultural safety including an ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
Ideally, in addition to the above, we are looking for someone who:
- Identifies as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and is accepted as such by their community; and
- Has experience within the Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Sector and an understanding of its principles.
The position involves working within a multicultural organisation where the majority of employees, clients and stakeholders identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate an understanding of the issues affecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and their ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
Please note: In addition to the above skills and experience, the successful candidate will require an unrestricted WA “C” Class Driver’s Licence, and be required to submit a National Police Clearance (dated within 3 months) prior to appointment.
Applicants for this position must be legally entitled to work in Australia and will be required to provide evidence of this entitlement, such as an Australian passport or birth certificate.
About the Benefits
While you will face diverse new challenges in the role, you will also enjoy an attractive remuneration package including a base salary of $87,474.98 - $91,334.17 per annum pro rata + superannuation. You'll also gain access to generous salary packaging options, which will greatly increase your take home pay.
In addition, you will have access to a number of fantastic benefits including:
- Flexible work arrangements and a family-friendly work environment
- Support to further invest in your career through additional training and development
- Up to 10 days' Study Leave per year
- 17.5% Annual Leave loading
- Bring Your Dog To Work Day
- Employee Assistance Program
- Up to 2 days' Volunteer Leave per year
- Health and wellness initiatives including discounted gym membership
- 13 weeks Long Service Leave after 7 years' service
- Paid two-week Annual Christmas Closure
Please note there is no closing date for this position. Applications will be assessed on submission and interviews scheduled accordingly. We encourage interested candidates to express their interest without delay!
Applications received may be considered for other suitable positions within the organisation.
For further information about this position please call Connor Browne, People and Culture Officer on (08) 9227 1631.
As per section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) AHCWA actively seeks to increase the diversity of our workforce to better meet the differing needs of our clients and stakeholders and to improve equal opportunity outcomes for our employees.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
