Health Promotion Project Officer (Prevention Programs)

·       Drive impactful health promotion programs across Western Sydney

·       Strengthen partnerships to improve community health outcomes

·       Lead program planning, evaluation and stakeholder collaboration

Are you passionate about prevention and ready to make it a core part of everyday healthcare?
Western Sydney Local Health District is seeking a motivated and organised Health Promotion Project Officer to support the delivery of innovative, evidence-based initiatives that embed prevention into everyday clinical and primary care practice. Reporting to the Senior Health Promotion Officer, you’ll play a key role in addressing health determinants and reducing modifiable risk factors such as poor nutrition, physical inactivity, smoking, and vaping within our local health system.
 

Employment Type: Temporary Full Time (up to 30/06/2026)
Position Classification: Health Education Officer Graduate 
Remuneration: $37.48 - $59.89 per hour 
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Cumberland Hospital

Where you'll be working
Based at Cumberland Hospital, you will join a dynamic and purpose-driven team within Population Health, Western Sydney Local Health District (WSLHD). This collaborative environment is committed to improving the wellbeing of diverse communities through innovation, partnership and evidence-based practice.

You’ll be part of a team that:

·       Champions community-focused prevention and health promotion programs

·       Values collaboration, shared learning and high-quality service delivery

·       Works closely with government, non-government and local community partners

·       Is dedicated to reducing health inequalities across priority populations

·       Supports professional growth and continuous development

What you'll be doing 
In this role, you’ll help coordinate and implement state-wide and local prevention programs in western Sydney, working closely with clinicians, primary care providers, and other stakeholders. You’ll assist with planning, monitoring, and evaluating initiatives to ensure they are effective and aligned with best practice. A key focus will be building the capacity of health professionals to integrate prevention into routine care, with a strong emphasis on improving outcomes for our culturally diverse communities and reducing health inequities.
Your efforts will also contribute to state-wide prevention strategies, helping to reduce chronic disease and promote health equity across WSLHD. If you’re a proactive team player with strong organisational skills, a passion for health promotion, and a commitment to improving equity and population health outcomes, we’d love to hear from you.
Join us in supporting a healthier Western Sydney—where prevention is part of the everyday and your work help create lasting change. 

How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Selection Criteria: 

1.     Relevant tertiary qualifications at graduate level or above in: population health, health promotion, public health, or other relevant areas.

2.     Project management skills including demonstrated ability to plan, implement, evaluate and disseminate a population health project report on the outcomes of a project.

3.     Demonstrated capacity to establish and maintain partnerships with community, government and business organisations and agencies, and facilitate collaborative action.

4.     High level written and oral communication skills; computer skills; and negotiation and interpersonal skills.

5.     Demonstrated ability to analyse, understand and work with, and within, a range of systems, sectors and agencies to implement change.

6.     Demonstrated capacity to work effectively in a cross cultural context, particularly with members of the Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander community and Culturally & Linguistically Diverse communities.

7.     Demonstrated ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

8.     Current Drivers Licence valid within Australia.

Requisition ID: REQ619198
Applications Close: 11^th January 2026

Please be aware that due to the Christmas / New Year period, there may be a delay in the progress of your application.  The convenor of this position may not be in contact with you until the new year if you are successful in obtaining an interview.

Need more information?

·       Find out more about applying for this position.

·       Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.

·       Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.

·       For inquiries about the role, contact Michelle Nolan at michelle.nolan@health.nsw.gov.au or 0412 447 782.