Program Manager (School Years)
With your skills and experience, you can contribute to the millions of ways we're enriching health, and develop your career as part of the largest health organisation in Australia.
$109,857 – $129,624 per annum + 12% super & salary packaging | Permanent Full Time | Warrawong or Nowra | REQ617278 | Grade: Health Manager Level 2 | Applications close: 12 November 2025
Join us in shaping healthier futures. Together we can do more.
The Illawarra Shoalhaven Local Health District (ISLHD) Health Promotion Service is seeking an experienced and passionate Program Manager (School Years) to lead the delivery of Healthy Eating Active Living (HEAL) initiatives across our region.
This exciting leadership role will oversee a team dedicated to supporting the health and wellbeing of school-aged children and families, particularly those experiencing health inequity. You’ll manage the design, implementation, and evaluation of evidence-based preventive health promotion programs in collaboration with schools, community organisations, and local stakeholders.
What you'll be doing
As the Program Manager (School Years), you will:
- Lead and manage the planning, delivery, and evaluation of School Years HEAL initiatives
- Support a team of Health Promotion Officers and program leaders
- Build and sustain partnerships with schools, councils, community organisations, and health professionals
- Ensure programs align with NSW Health and ISLHD strategic goals and reporting requirements
- Drive local innovation and sustainability in preventive health programs engaging priority populations and addressing health inequities.
For more information and to view the position classification, see the Position Description here.
A little about us.
From Helensburgh in the north to North Durras in the south, ISLHD covers an area of 5,687 square kms. That’s 5,687 square kms of beautiful beaches, coastal cycling tracks, lush rainforests, incredible bushwalks and friendly people. The region is also host to many annual food, wine and arts festivals and events.
Located on Dharawal and Yuin Country, ISLHD operate seven hospital sites, employ over 8,500 staff and provide community health services across 58 locations. Commute times are short, childcare and schooling options are plentiful, and Sydney and Canberra are close by.
Benefits of working with ISLHD.
We understand that balancing career aspirations with the demand of the everyday, as well as maintaining a healthy work-life balance, can be a challenge. To help with this, we offer a range of benefits which include:
- Allocated Days Off (ADO) - once a month take a paid day off (eligible full-time employees)
- Salary packaging - less tax and more take-home pay
- Novated leasing - lease a car and pay for all running costs out of your pre-taxed salary (eligible full-time employees)
- Fitness Passport - discounted gym membership that both you and your family can enjoy (eligible employees)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - free confidential and professional assistance for staff and their families
- Career progression, professional development and secondment opportunities
Apply now by reading the Position Description, then, using our online portal, submit a resume and answer the selection criteria within the application. In addition, please note you must have the following essential requirements:
- Applicable vaccination requirements for a Category B role
- Tertiary qualifications in health promotion or a related discipline, including population health, education, community development or allied health
- Working With Children Check (WWCC)
- Valid NSW Drivers Licence
ISLHD is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
ISLHD is dedicated to fostering a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, aligned with NSW Health’s commitment to implementing the Child Safe Standards. 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 wellbeing of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Need more information or help applying?
- Visit the ISLHD website for application tips, to learn more about ISLHD and other important application information.
- Visit the Stepping Up website here. Stepping Up supports Aboriginal people to navigate the recruitment process and find a career or employment in NSW Health.
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- For role-related queries or help applying, contact Katherine van Weerdenburg - Manager, ISLHD Health Promotion Service katherine.vanweerdenburg@health.nsw.gov.au
