• Earn a competitive salary of $88,000 - $108,000 per annum (commensurate with qualifications and experience) + superannuation
• Enjoy a varied role where you will directly impact the health and well-being of remote Aboriginal communities
• Relocation and accommodation assistance is available to help make this vibrant regional community your new home

Who We Are

Katherine West Health Board (KWHB) is an industry-renowned provider of preventative, clinical, and emergency healthcare in the Northern Territory. We deliver a range of health services across the Katherine West region, covering primary healthcare and health education.

To learn more about us, please visit: https://www.kwhb.com.au/

How You’ll Make a Difference

KWHB has an exciting opportunity for a full-time Health Promotion Coordinator, based in Katherine, NT.

Working closely with the Senior Prevention and Population Health Advisor, you will be responsible for promoting and improving health literacy by planning, implementing, and evaluating regional and local health promotion activities in consultation with the Board of Directors, staff, and community groups.

Your responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Coordinating, implementing, and reviewing health promotion activities in Katherine West region
• Ensuring a cultural health literacy focus and alignment with KWHB plans
• Supporting Health Promotion Officers, assisting communities, and collaborating with programs
• Developing social marketing strategies, health resources, and education materials
• Staying updated on best practices, disseminating lessons, and advising on initiatives
• Participating in staff orientation, building health promotion capacity
• Providing regional and community progress reports, ensuring project approvals
• Maintaining relationships with stakeholders, including the healthcare industry
• Contributing to KWHB's Continuous Quality Improvement initiatives

For a more detailed overview of the key responsibilities for this role, click here to view the Position Description.

What You’ll Bring to the Team

To be considered for this position, you’ll need tertiary education (can be a diploma) along with experience in public health, health promotion, adult education, community development or a related field. A combination of skills and experience may also be considered.

Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate an understanding of Aboriginal cultural values and a commitment to the advancement of Aboriginal communities. Prior experience working or volunteering in a low-level health literacy environment or developing country would be considered an asset

Additional requirements include:

• Current driver’s licence
• Current NT Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card), or ability to obtain
• Current Criminal History Check, or ability to obtain
• Current COVID-19 immunisation certificate (3 doses required)
• Must be willing to travel (approximately 50%)
• Advanced computer skills

As our ideal candidate, you will join us with excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and expertise in stakeholder engagement.

Be Rewarded

In addition to a competitive salary of circa $88,000 - $108,000 p.a. (commensurate with qualifications and experience), you will receive a range of generous benefits as part of the KWHB team, including: 

• Salary sacrificing opportunities up to $16,000 to maximise your earning potential
• Relocation assistance is available to help you make the NT your new home
• Access to a company vehicle and travel allowance is provided
• Expand your horizons and progress your career with a dedicated study allowance + up to 10 days of additional study leave!
• Ongoing professional development opportunities available

Ready to Apply?

If you’re passionate about making a difference in remote Aboriginal communities, we want to hear from you - apply now!