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Fixed Term Full Time to 30/06/2026HS4 $42.33 per hourAbout The RoleThe Project Officer supports the delivery of public health projects and initiatives that improve health and wellbeing across the Grampians region. Working within the Grampians Public Health Unit (GPHU), the role assists in project planning, implementation, and evaluation, while engaging with stakeholders and contributing to evidence-based public health outcomes.Key ResponsibilitiesSupport the development, delivery, and evaluation of public health projects aligned with GPHU objectivesAssist with project documentation, reporting, and risk identificationContribute to project management activities, frameworks and toolsMaintain effective stakeholder relationships and support community engagementParticipate in events, regional networks, and public health initiativesEnsure compliance with policies, procedures, and reporting requirementsSupport quality improvement activities and contribute to team developmentSkills & ExperienceTertiary qualification in public health, project management or a related fieldMinimum 2 years experience in project support or similar roles, preferably in health or community servicesExperience supporting multiple projects and engaging with a range of stakeholdersStrong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skillsHigh attention to detail with strong documentation and reporting skillsUnderstanding of quality improvement and health promotion principlesDesirable: experience in data analysis, system change models, and familiarity with project management toolsTo see a full copy of the Position Description please click hereInterested?Click APPLY or if you wish to discuss the role prior to applying, contact Ivan Pang, Deputy Director Grampians Public Health Unit on 0499 359 721 for a confidential discussion.If you are currently employed at Grampians Health, please ensure you sign in through the ''Employee Login'' via the external Careers Page or access the Careers Page via the Intranet before applyingWe''re actively seeking candidates for this role and will review applications as they are submitted. Applications will close when the position is filled.About Grampians HealthGrampians Health provides healthcare to a large region at our campuses based in Ballarat, Dimboola, Edenhope, Horsham and Stawell. Our mission is to deliver sustainable healthcare tailored to evolving community and workforce needs. We strive to enhance services and careers, providing quality healthcare to rural and regional communities. Joining Grampians Health means being part of a diverse team, with a variety of career opportunities in acute, maternity, mental health, allied health, aged care and support services.Culture & BenefitsFlexible work arrangements and purchase leave opportunitiesSalary packaging for living expenses such as rent/mortgage plus meals, entertainment & holidaysAccess to Staff Fitness programStaff rewards and recognition programsBallarat RegionBallarat is the largest centre in Western Victoria and the states fastest growing inland city. Dubbed Australias most liveable city in 2020, Ballarat is home to first class education, fine dining and boutique shopping. Uniquely located within easy access to Melbourne, Geelong, Bendigo and the Western district, Ballarat is blessed with some of Australias most significant heritage buildings and natural landscapes. To learn more about Ballarat click here - Visit BallaratDiversity and InclusionAll appointments are subject to a satisfactory police records check, immunisation clearance and Working with Children check and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check.All employees must be willing and able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required, which at a minimum is a surgical mask. Additional PPE requirements are role-dependent.Grampians Health is a child safe organisation, committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people. Grampians Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce.We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (or questioning), intersex and asexual LGBTQIA+. #J-18808-Ljbffr