Program Officer

Summary

The National Nutrition Foundation, a leading not-for-profit with a history spanning 45 years, invites applications for the position of Program Officer within the Healthy Eating Advisory Service (HEAS) team. The Program Officer is pivotal in supporting program delivery and implementation activities for HEAS and across the organisation.

Responsibilities

• Provide project and administrative support to the Healthy Eating Advisory Service team and other programs as required including health promotion and public health nutrition initiatives. 
• Assist with the review, update and development of resources, presentations and tools. 
• Support the review and application of relevant guidelines, frameworks and policies across supported settings. 
• Contribute to planning, tracking and reporting activities for funded programs. 
• Assist in maintaining the telephone and email advisory service for organisations including early childhood services, schools, hospitals, sport and recreation facilities, and community organisations. 
• Maintain positive and professional relationships with external stakeholders, including health professionals and partner organisations. 
• Support the development, maintenance and administration of digital tools such as FoodChecker and eLearning platforms. 
• Assist with maintaining databases, including applying classification criteria and ensuring accuracy of data. 
• Assist with digital development projects, including investigating issues, performing testing and providing feedback. 

Key Selection Criteria

• Tertiary qualifications in nutrition, dietetics, and/or health promotion or public health. 
• Demonstrated attention to detail and critical analysis skills. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team. 
• Demonstrated ability to organise tasks, set goals and targets, meet deadlines and manage competing demands. 
• Demonstrated ability using Microsoft programs including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Teams.  
• Demonstrated ability to create resources using Canva. 
• Demonstrated experience applying logic, analytical thinking and problem solving.  
• Rights to work in Australia.

Application Details

• Submit your application via Seek.com by 9am Monday 13 April.
• Include a resume and cover letter addressing the key selection criteria.
• To view the position description, please visit https://nationalnutritionfoundation.org.au/get-involved/careers/.
• For further queries, contact careers@nnf.org.au.