Project Officer, Period Products

Immunisations • Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia • Full-time
AI Job Summary
  • Experience in program management and strong stakeholder management skills.

Role Type

On-site • Contract • Full-time • Project Officer

Pay Rate

$80,000 AUD – $90,000 AUD (Annum)

Description

NACCHO is seeking a motivated and collaborative Project Officer to support the delivery of the Period Product Program, helping ensure communities have access to essential period products through effective project coordination, stakeholder engagement and logistics management.

About NACCHO 

The National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (NACCHO) is the national peak body representing 148 Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs). ACCHOs deliver comprehensive primary health care to more than half of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples nationally.

About the Role 

The Project Officer will play a key role in supporting successful delivery of the Period Product Program and where required, the Immunisation Program. You will broadly support high level project management, operations and logistics activities to contribute to the development and delivery of the period program and when needed the immunisation program, in line with established objectives.

 

Responsibilities of this role but not limited to:

  • Contribute to the establishment, management and coordination of the Period Product Program to ensure smooth roll-out and delivery of programs. 
  • Support operations and logistics, including supplier management, contractor liaison, website orders and distribution planning.
  • Contribute to the preparation of program reports, discussion papers, briefs and presentations
  • Work in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, including ACCHOs, Affiliates, peak bodies and Governments to support established project objectives. 

About You 

You are a collaborative and driven individual who is committed to making a meaningful impact. You will bring:

  • A valid WWVP clearance and National Police check or ability to obtain.
  • Work experience relevant to the role including procurement, contract management, operations and logistics skills.
  • Experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples
  • Program management and strong stakeholder management skills
  • Excellent communication skills, MS Office skills and experience.
  • Ability to work as part of a team and to manage tasks and projects under limited supervision.

 

Why Join Us?

At NACCHO, you’ll contribute to meaningful, community‑focused work that supports improved health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. You’ll join a supportive and inclusive team, with opportunities for professional growth and a role where your work genuinely makes a difference.

 

How to Apply 

Please submit:

  • Your current resume; and
  • A cover letter (maximum one page) outlining how your skills and experience align with the requirements of the role.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received.

For more information, visit our website at Homepage – NACCHO or download the position description. Copy the URL:  https://shorturl.at/zwScl

 

For any questions regarding the role, please contact: Cherie Bell, Executive Director at cherie.bell@naccho.org.au

 

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. 

  

Job Closing Date 8 September 2026

Company Overview

The National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (NACCHO) is the national peak body representing 146 Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Services (ACCHSs). ACCHOs deliver comprehensive primary health care to more than half of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples nationally. As an act of self-determination, these services attend to all matters affecting health and wellbeing spanning transformative community empowerment through to individual health treatments and continuity of care. NACCHO’s work is focused on supporting the work of ACCHOs and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people overall through negotiating and advocating with Governments on health care policies and programs and systems reform. These issues range in variety from chronic disease management, preventative health strategies, telehealth, mental health and social and emotional well-being, listing of Medical Benefits Scheme (MBS) to the social and cultural determinants of health. NACCHO’s partnerships with governments and non-government organisations include: The Department of Health, National Disability Insurance Agency, Department of Social Services, National Mental Health Commission, Vision Australia, Royal College of General Practitioners and Gaaya Dhuwi. These partnerships greatly contribute to significantly enhancing the quality and accessibility of health care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. It is a very interesting and transformative time across the health sector. NACCHO has been driving systems reform in the context of the National Agreement

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