Population Health Promotion Officer - Healthy Ageing

• Champion healthy ageing initiatives across Western Sydney

• Develop partnerships that create healthier communities

• Deliver evidence-based programs with lasting impact

Build, lead and evaluate innovative healthy ageing programs that empower older adults and promote healthier communities.

Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health Education Officer Graduate
Remuneration: $77,299 – $123,504 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Cumberland Hospital, North Parramatta

Are you our next Healthy Ageing Health Promotion officer for Western Sydney?

Are you passionate about helping older adults live healthier, more connected and independent lives? Do you want to make a lasting impact through population health approaches that improve wellbeing across whole communities?

At Western Sydney, we take a broad approach to healthy ageing, working with communities and partners to create supportive environments and deliver initiatives that help older adults stay active, socially connected and thrive. If you're motivated by improving health equity and driving positive change at scale, we'd love to hear from you.

Why join us?

You’ll be part of a team that is:

·         award winning, vibrant, innovative and highly respected

·         passionate about population health, creating healthier communities and reducing health inequities

·         collaborative and supportive, where expertise is shared and your contribution is valued

·         committed to your wellbeing, with flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work options, and a strong focus on positive team wellbeing

·         focused on real impact, delivering programs that improve health outcomes at scale

We are looking for someone who has:

·         Knowledge and experience working on older adult population health programs, particularly in the areas of physical activity, strength and balance, and healthy eating.

·         Strong skills in stakeholder engagement

·         Experience of working with priority populations and applying health promotion principles to address health inequities.

For more information please contact Kitty Kaur, Healthy Ageing Coordinator at **********@health.nsw.gov.au

How to Apply
Apply online by submitting your resume and addressing the criteria listed below by providing examples that demonstrate your ability before the closing date.

Essential Criteria:

·         Qualification: Bachelor or higher degree in any of the following – Health Promotion, Public Health, Communications/Marketing, Education or other relevant degree. 

Selection Criteria: 

1.     Relevant tertiary qualifications at graduate level or above in: population health, health promotion, public health, or other relevant areas.

2.     Demonstrated skills and experience in planning, implementing, evaluating, and disseminating population health initiatives aligned with health promotion principles

3.     Proven ability to develop, maintain and strengthen partnerships across sectors, including community organisations, health services, government and other agencies, and with community, to facilitate collaborative health promotion action.

4.     High-level written and verbal communication and computer skills including the ability to prepare reports, engage stakeholders and contribute to advocacy and knowledge dissemination.

5.     Demonstrated ability to analyse and work within complex systems, settings and policy environments to influence and implement population-level change

6.     Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse communities, particularly Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander peoples and culturally and linguistically diverse populations, using culturally safe and equity-focused approaches

7.     Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team, managing competing priorities and contributing positively to team culture

8.     Current NSW Class C Drivers Licence valid within Australia.

Requisition ID: REQ675311
Applications Close: 26th August 2026

Need more information?

·         Find out more about applying for this position.

·         Review the detailed Position Description for insights into role requirements and criteria.

·         Explore the selection process, employment checks, outcomes and notifications.

·         For inquiries about the role, contact Kitty Kaur on **********@health.nsw.gov.au