FluTracking Project Officer (Targeted)

Join our FluTracking team to monitor health trends, engage participants, and support global surveillance of COVID-19 & influenza-like illnesses


Remuneration: $62,486 - $90,360 per annum + Superannuation + Salary Packaging
Location: Wallsend Campus | Awabakal Country
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time – Until November 2025
Position Classification: Health Education Officer Non-Graduate
Requisition ID: REQ536194
Applications Close: Sunday 19th January 2025

Whilst this position is open to all individuals, it is targeted to Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people under section 21 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply and consideration will be given to suitable Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants to promote equal or improved access. Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander applicants must demonstrate Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander status in addition to addressing the selection criterion.

About the role:
Join the FluTracking team and work on one of the largest online COVID-19 and Influenza-like illness surveillance system in the world. FluTracking follows over 80,000 people each week in Australia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Argentina, and Fiji. We are seeking a Project Officer to join our Health Protection Team at Hunter New England Population Health, where we monitor health threats, respond to communicable disease risks, and promote policies and behaviours that improve public health. Tasks vary day to day, but typically involve those associated with participant engagement, team collaboration, and daily workflow management. 

This role will see you be responsible for:

• Strengthening participant recruitment
• Creating summary reports of disease activity
• Responding to inquiries from participants and research partners
• Supporting operational tasks
• Contributing to existing research projects, and opportunities to develop independent research projects

 
To aid your success in this role, you will receive comprehensive onboarding and professional development through work with Australian and international influenza and participatory surveillance experts.. You will be trained in our operational processes, and will gain valuable experience developing your data analysis, project management and social media skills.


Where you’ll be working:
FluTracking is a small team that offers a collaborative environment within the broader Population Health unit. You'll have access to extensive resources and networks in the public health sector, engaging with national and international partners in respiratory illness surveillance. You will be supported by a manager, epidemiologist, public health physician, and analytical staff within the team. Our team are proud to provide a culturally safe and supportive workplace, and we look forward to welcoming you!


About You:
This role demands adaptability and proactivity, balancing routine tasks with occasional urgent priorities. Excellent time management and the ability to handle multiple concurrent deadlines are essential. Our ideal candidate will bring exceptional skills in:

• Exceptional problem-solving and logical thinking skills
• Meticulous attention to detail
• Strong communication abilities
• ·      Commitment to culturally appropriate and effective collaboration

At Hunter New England Local Health District (HNELHD), enjoy a career where you're challenged by interesting work and surrounded by spectacular locations. Join the team enriching health in millions of ways every day:

• Sustainable Healthcare: Together towards zero
• Proximity to shopping and other services
• ADO's each month (for full time employees)
• Salary packaging options
• Fitness Passport
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and family members
• Opportunity to work and collaborate with a range of non-clinical and clinical professionals

Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
3) An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies. 
4) We are unable to accommodate visa sponsorship for applicants requiring a visa for this position.  

For role related queries or questions contact:
Ally Kerr on Alexandra.Kerr@health.nsw.gov.au from the 6th - 10th January 2025
Sandra Carlson on Sandra.Carlson@health.nsw.gov.au from the 11th - 19th January 2025