About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Senior Project Officer, Smoking and Vaping to lead and coordinate strategic projects, policy development and health promotion initiatives aimed at reducing smoking and vaping in Aboriginal communities across NSW.
This role plays a key part in supporting Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs), NSW Health, Local Health Districts, government agencies and research partners to design, implement and evaluate evidence-informed, culturally safe interventions that align with Closing the Gap, the NSW Tobacco Strategy and local community priorities.
The Senior Project Officer will also contribute to policy advocacy, stakeholder engagement, research translation and the development of community-led approaches to tobacco control and vaping prevention.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander applicants are strongly encouraged to apply.
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, delivery and evaluation of smoking and vaping prevention and reduction projects.
- Develop and coordinate a Community of Practice with ACCHOs to strengthen collaboration, workforce capability and knowledge sharing.
- Engage with ACCHOs, Aboriginal communities, peak bodies, government agencies and research institutions to ensure community voice informs policy and program design.
- Prepare high-quality briefs, reports, submissions and policy advice on tobacco control, vaping regulation and emerging trends.
- Support advocacy and contribute to policy development related to tobacco control and vaping legislation in NSW and nationally.
- Undertake research, consultation and evidence translation to inform program and policy approaches.
- Manage project reporting requirements, ensuring compliance with KPIs, funding obligations and organisational standards
- Coordinate stakeholder meetings, consultations and sector forums, ensuring effective participation and outcomes.
- Maintain accurate, timely and accessible project documentation and reporting materials.
Qualifications and Experience
- Relevant qualifications in Public Health, Health Promotion, Community Development, Policy or related discipline (desirable).
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in Aboriginal health, public health or health promotion.
- Demonstrated experience working with or within Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations.
- Strong understanding of tobacco control and vaping prevention, including legislation, health impacts and emerging issues.
- Experience in project management including planning, delivery, reporting and stakeholder coordination.
- Experience in policy development, research translation or evaluation (desirable).
Skills, Knowledge and Experience
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including briefing papers, reports and policy submissions.
- Ability to engage effectively with Aboriginal communities, ACCHOs, government and academic stakeholders.
- Strong organisational and project management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
- Sound understanding of Closing the Gap, NSW Aboriginal health priorities and relevant policy frameworks.
- High level of initiative, analytical thinking and problem-solving ability.
- Commitment to culturally safe, strengths-based and community-led approaches.
- Willingness to travel across NSW as required.
- Current Police Check and Working With Children Check (or willingness to obtain).
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to apply by clicking the “Apply Now” button below. Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role. Please reach out to hr@ahmrc.org.au if you have any questions.
