Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
Fixed-term contract position through until 30 June 2027
The Organisation
The Aboriginal Health Council of South Australia Limited (AHCSA) is the peak body representing Aboriginal community-controlled health and substance misuse services in South Australia at state and national levels.
Our primary role is to be the ‘health voice’ for all Aboriginal people in South Australia. We achieve this by advocating for the community and supporting workers through our Member Services with appropriate Aboriginal health programs based on a holistic perspective of health.
Summary of the Role
The Senior Project Officer – Tackling Indigenous Smoking & Vaping is responsible for leading the strategic coordination of activities in collaboration with four Member Services to co-design and implement the regional TIS Activity Work Plan.
The position provides central coordination of the program, providing direct support to the programs service delivery partners ensuring alignment with national program objectives and requirements, and the principles of Aboriginal community control. With a strong focus on health promotion and population health practices, the role combines high-level program coordination with the provision of expert guidance on evidence-based health promotion approaches to tobacco and vaping reduction amongst Aboriginal people.
The Project Manager coordinates reporting on TIS Program activities, partnering with Member Services to gather and analyse data to assess the effectiveness of program activities implemented across the region, and support continuous improvement. The position also plays a key role in building best practice evidence, innovation and the facilitation of mass marketing campaign development and delivery.
Essential Experience
- Experience in health promotion strategies to address Indigenous smoking and vaping.
- Experience contributing to the design and implementation of health promotion strategies aimed at Aboriginal communities, working collaboratively with community members and drawing upon knowledge of the health promotion continuum, and health promotion strategies to address smoking and vaping.
- Experience engaging with Aboriginal individuals, organisations, and communities to foster relationships and facilitate dialogue
- Experience in developing and co-designing of policies, plans and position statements and advocating for systemic change.
Desirable Experience
- Previous working experience in the Aboriginal community-controlled health sector, particularly in health promotion.
- Experience in community consultation, community development, capacity building, and coordinating projects.
- A tertiary qualification in Health Promotion, Public Health, Health Science or other field relevant to the position.
- Certificate IV in Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Primary Health Care or another field relevant to the position.
What we offer
- The opportunity to join the peak body representing Aboriginal community-controlled health and substance misuse services in South Australia
- A workplace that encourages work/life balance
- An inclusive and diverse workplace
- Great salary package and benefits
- Generous leave provisions
- Role based at AHCSA head office – Adelaide CBD
Special Conditions
- National Police Certificate required.
- Working with Children’s Check
- Requires the ability to travel intra-state and interstate, including overnight absences.
- Out-of-hours work may be required.
- Possession of a current driver’s licence is essential.
How to apply
Please apply via SEEK.
To be considered for the role you are required to submit a Resume and Suitability Statement of no more than 5 pages.
The Suitability Statement has to address the Statement of Key Responsibilities of the Job and Person Specification. Only applications that have addressed the Statement of Key Responsibilities will be considered.
Visit our webpage to find the Job and Person Specification under the Work With Us tab – https://ahcsa.org.au/work-with-us/current-opportunities/
If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process please contact Megan Kivell from Perks People Solutions – mkivell@ppsconsulting.com.au
Please note, late applications will not be accepted and no other agencies please.
Closing Date for applications: 30th September 2025
This position may be filled prior to the closing date of the advertisement. Candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.