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Aboriginal Health Promotion Officer

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Thank you for showing interest in the Aboriginal Health Promotion Officer Role. 

This role involves providing programs and services to Aboriginal individuals to promote their welfare. This role is only available to people who identify as Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander and meet the selection criteria. This is permitted under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth) and section 27 of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010 (Vic).

You will be requested to provide proof or confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander heritage.

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Role information

Description

  • Full-time permanent position. Hybrid working model. Carlton and WFH.
  • $37.35p/h – $40.05p/h + 12% super + Charity salary packaging tax benefits.
  • SCHADS Award Level 3, Pay Point 1- 4 (depending on experience).

Key Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain trusted relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and key stakeholders, including VACCHO and ACCHOs.
  • Provide cultural advice to ensure programs and materials are appropriate and respectful.
  • Deliver community awareness and education programs focused on diabetes prevention, management, and support.
  • Represent Diabetes Victoria on the NDSS Aboriginal Working Group.
  • Support communication activities, including contributions to the Wominjeka newsletter
  • Complete administrative tasks, reporting, and database management.

Skills and Experience

  • A qualification in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care, or a health or welfare-related discipline.
  • Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and health workforces.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain strong, respectful partnerships with key stakeholders.
  • An understanding of health promotion and health literacy principles.
  • A current driver’s licence and willingness to travel across Victoria.
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Disclaimer

We celebrate and welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences. Join Diabetes Victoria in our vision and purpose!

Apply Today and submit your resume and cover letter outlining your skills and what you can bring to this exciting role. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

We take our commitment to child safety standards seriously and comply with all applicable legislative requirements.

No agency applications, please.

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