Project Officer (Grade 6), Partnerships for Culturally Safe Cancer Care at Barwon South West

Newtown, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Community Engagement, Cultural Competence, Stakeholder Engagement, Cancer Care, Aboriginal Health, Torres Strait Islander Health, Partnership Development

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Employment Type - Temporary Part Time Hours per fortnight - 64 Job Category - Administration - Project Support Req Id - 5902 Work with community to improve access to culturally appropriate cancer care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Barwon region Enhance your career with the largest regional healthcare service in Victoria Temporary part-time opportunity (0.8 FTE) for 3 years About Barwon Health Barwon Health is one of the largest and most comprehensive regional health services in Australia, providing care at all stages of life and circumstance. Services available through Barwon Health cover the full spectrum from primary care, community services, aged care, rehabilitation, mental health, emergency and acute care. We serve more than 500,000 people through the efforts of more than 9000 staff and volunteers across more than 20 sites. Barwon Health is committed to developing a vibrant culture of education, training and research that advances health and wellbeing for all. About the facility Our major sites include University Hospital Geelong in Geelong’s CBD, the McKellar Centre precinct in North Geelong, Barwon Health North in Norlane, and residential aged care facilities spanning the region. Comprehensive mental health, community health and dental services are delivered through various programs across the Barwon South West Region, including Torquay and Colac. About the role The Project Officer is responsible for delivering the partnerships for the Culturally Safe Cancer Care Project in partnership with the Wathaurong Aboriginal Cooperative. This project aims to improve access to culturally appropriate cancer care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people attending Barwon Health, Colac Area Health and Great Ocean Road Health. Both Barwon Health and Wathaurong will recruit project officers to engage with community and key stakeholdersm and to deliver all aspects of this project. Please note Barwon Health will only contact you via our official email and never use unconventional means, such as text messaging or other services. About the culture You will have the opportunity to be part of a highly skilled, professional and dedicated team who take pride in providing high quality services. We promote positive, respectful relationships and strong partnerships within the workplace. Grow and develop your capabilities with Barwon Health’s commitment to professional development. Barwon Health staff benefits Excellent working conditions with a high sense of job satisfaction. A vibrant staff wellbeing program and access to our 24/7 Employee Assistance Program. Wide-range of professional development opportunities to enhance your career. Attractive salary packaging benefits. Living expenses capped at $9010 and meals and entertainment capped at $2650. About Geelong Derived from the local Wadawurrung Aboriginal name for the region Djilang, Geelong is thought to mean ‘Tongue of Land’. Geelong offers a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homes. Geelong offers a range of lifestyle choices including inner city, coastal, suburban and rural homes Geelong is home to world class schools and education providers Doorstep to the Great Ocean Road, Bellarine Peninsula and the Surf Coast Appreciate our vast and abundant parklands, sports and entertainment attractions, and thriving dining and shopping complexes Diversity and Inclusion Barwon Health is an inclusive and welcoming employer, committed to reflecting the diverse communities we serve. We value and celebrate people of all genders, sexual orientations, cultural backgrounds, faiths, abilities, and family structures. We proudly support LGBTIQA+ inclusion and are committed to a safe and inclusive workplace for all. We encourage applications from: Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples LGBTIQA+ community members People of all gender identities People with disability Culturally and linguistically diverse communities If you need adjustments to participate in the recruitment process, please contact us peopleassist@barwonhealth.org.au Barwon Health is a totally smoke-free workplace. We are strongly committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Click here for further information on the Victorian Government’s Child Safe Standards: About Child Safe Standards | Victorian Government (www.vic.gov.au) Please note we do not accept resumes via email.This role requires you to provide evidence of a 2025 influenza vaccination. Contact person: Simon Montgomery, Director Service Planning Email: simon.montgomery@barwonhealth.org.au Phone: 0430 511 097 Application closing date: 29th October 2025 Position Description Are you currently a Barwon Health employee? If so, please follow the links below on how to apply. Instructions for Internal Candidates only

Responsibilities

The Project Officer is responsible for delivering the partnerships for the Culturally Safe Cancer Care Project in partnership with the Wathaurong Aboriginal Cooperative. This project aims to improve access to culturally appropriate cancer care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people attending Barwon Health.