Health and Wellbeing Queensland is seeking a motivated Senior Health Promotion Officer - Physical Activity to contribute to state-wide health promotion initiatives addressing modifiable risk factors, including physical activity.

In this role, you'll coordinate the development, implementation, and evaluation of initiatives using co-design principles and systems approaches to drive sustainable behaviour change. Collaborating with government and non-government stakeholders, you'll plan projects, prepare high-quality reports, and support continuous improvement activities.

Job details

Health and Wellbeing Queensland (HWQld) is the state's prevention agency, committed to creating a healthier and fairer future for Queensland. Through our programs we're turning skills, will and resources into preventive health action and policy, to help improve the health and wellbeing of Queenslanders. Together we can make healthy happen.

At HWQld, we value each member of our team for their unique contributions and abilities. We are currently seeking a passionate individual to fill the role of ‘Role title' and become an integral part of our community.

Your opportunity

As the Senior Health Promotion Officer - Physical Activity you will be involved in:
•Coordinating and supporting the development, planning and implementation of health promotion initiatives, with a focus on addressing modifiable risk factors such as physical activity.
• Understanding and applying principles of co-design at a community level, while adopting a systems approach to drive sustainable behaviour change.
• Applying project management skills to manage and support the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of health promotion initiatives.

Your workplace

• Be part of our commitment to improving reconciliation and health equity with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples by contributing towards our Reflect Reconciliation Action Plan.
• Help foster a workplace that embraces equity, diversity, and inclusivity.
• Get active with access to our complimentary wellness facilities including Pilates, Yoga, and Tennis. Or take a bike ride or run on the River Walk.
• Be involved in community events promoting Health and Wellbeing.
• Work flexibly in a way to better accommodate your lifestyle.

At HWQld, we strive to foster a culture where everyone is seen and heard as an individual. Welcome to a place where you're more than just a number - you're a valued member of our community!

Please share any additional support or accommodations you may need during the recruitment process to ensure you can fully showcase your abilities. This may include interpreting services, accommodations for physical requirements, or access to assistive technologies. We are committed to facilitating an inclusive and supportive recruitment experience for all applicants.

Specific role requirements:

• The successful applicant must hold a relevant degree or higher qualification in Health Promotion, Public Health or Exercise Physiology/Science.

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Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Applicant guide (PDF, 367KB)
  Application Kit
  
  HWQ690231 Senior Health Promotion Officer - Physical Activity RD (PDF, 317KB)
  Role Description