Health Promotion Officer (Priority Populations) Remote role, primarily work from home

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Health Promotion Officer (Priority Populations) Remote role, primarily work from home Join to apply for the Health Promotion Officer (Priority Populations) Remote role, primarily work from home role at Rare Cancers Australia . Two year contract, full-time preferred (3-4 days a week could be accommodated). A flexible, friendly and supportive culture. Competitive salary on offer, coupled with not-for-profit salary packaging eligibility. Work from home role with good availability to travel. Ideally located in the Eastern states of Australia close to a major airport. Excellent long-term opportunity for a committed, caring and experienced Health Promotion Officer with exceptional stakeholder management skills. About The Role Rare Cancers Australia is embarking on an innovative initiative to establish a Telehealth Australian Cancer Nursing and Navigation Program (ACNNP) for individuals diagnosed with rare cancers, particularly for priority populations. The Health Promotion Officer will lead support the promotion and awareness efforts for this program, ensuring its accessibility and impact on the target population. The ANCCP will provide remote access to specialised cancer nursing and navigation support for patients across Australia. Reporting to the Education and Outreach Manager, your key responsibilities will include: Develop Health Promotion Strategies Identify key messages and communication channels to effectively reach and engage the target audience, leveraging traditional media, social media, websites, and other digital platforms. Community Engagement Build and maintain relationships with community organisations, patient advocacy groups, healthcare providers, and other stakeholders to promote the program and foster partnerships for outreach and education initiatives. Organise community events, workshops, and educational sessions to raise awareness of rare cancers, promote early detection, and encourage participation in the telehealth program. Evaluation And Reporting Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of health promotion activities and initiatives, collecting feedback and data to assess program reach, engagement, and impact. Generate regular reports and presentations for internal stakeholders, summarising key findings, lessons learned, and recommendations for future initiatives. General Project Support Work closely and support the Project Manager and the Education and Outreach Manager with relevant projects, including any administrative tasks. This role is offered with a maximum term of 2 years aligned with government funding. However, opportunities for extension or permanency may arise during the contract term. About Us Rare Cancers Australia (RCA) is a leading advocacy and support organisation dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by rare cancers. Our mission is to provide support, raise awareness, and drive research initiatives to address the unique challenges individuals diagnosed with rare cancers and their families face. Through innovative programs and collaborations, RCA strives to make a meaningful impact on the rare cancer community. We value a caring, enthusiastic, and collaborative workplace and aim to ensure team members have the support they need to be at their best. About You As someone with previous experience in the healthcare industry, you will possess a passion for making a positive impact in supporting people with rare and less common cancers and having a positive attitude and approach that reflect RCA’s missions and values. Furthermore, you will have a high level of adaptability, resilience, emotional intelligence, stakeholder management, and an ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic organisational setting with a proven ability to build relationships across diverse stakeholders. To be considered for this role, you must have relevant experience, skills, knowledge of the healthcare industry, and the required qualifications/certificates: Tertiary qualifications in public health, health promotion, communications, or a related field. Experience in health promotion, communications, or marketing, preferably in the healthcare or nonprofit sector. Strong understanding of health promotion principles, social determinants of health, and behaviour change theories. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to craft compelling messages for diverse audiences. Excellent time management and organisation skills with attention to detail. Experience in building and maintaining networks with health and priority population providers. Demonstrated experience in working with clients in another language and/or with an interpreter and sensitivity to the needs of people from CALD backgrounds. Proficiency in digital marketing tools and platforms, including social media management, email marketing, and website content management systems. Availability to travel interstate to engage with priority populations face-to-face. Have your own vehicle and be willing to undertake frequent intrastate and interstate travel. Desirable Skills And Experience Knowledge of cancer care and rare cancer issues. Demonstrate transcultural knowledge and experience. Professional language proficiency in Cantonese, Mandarin, and/or Greek. Why Join Rare Cancers Australia At Rare Cancers Australia, you will have the opportunity to be part of a dedicated team working towards a meaningful cause. You will play a vital role in raising awareness, advocating for change, and providing support to individuals and families affected by rare cancers. This is your chance to make a real difference and contribute to improving outcomes for those facing rare cancer diagnoses. How To Apply To apply, please upload a copy of your CV along with the requested work history and education information on the application page (you are encouraged to detail any (and all) certificates, qualifications, or licence(s) information under the education section). If you would like to include a cover letter (optional), please combine it into the same document as your CV. If you meet the above criteria and are interested in contributing to an organisation that values the highest level of quality in everything it sets out to achieve, we want to hear from you! Simply complete the application process by clicking the Apply Now button, and we’ll be in touch. While applications close at 9am on Monday, the 24th of March 2024, applications will be reviewed and shortlisted as they arrive, so if you are interested, please apply ASAP. Our application process is designed to be quick and easy. Enquiries can be submitted to . Please do not submit applications to this email address. APPLY NOW!! No recruitment agencies, please. #J-18808-Ljbffr