Hunter New England Local Health District
Reference number REQ649306 Occupation Project Support Work type Full-Time Location Newcastle, Hunter & Region Salary Information $87813 - $116824 Closing date 04 May 2026 at 11:59pm
Employment Type: Temporary Full Time until June 2027
Position Classification: Health Manager Level 1
Remuneration: $87,813 - $116, 824
Hours Per Week: 38
Requisition ID: REQ649306
Applications Close: Monday the 4th May
Join a nationally recognised leader in mental health and suicide prevention and contribute to programs that create real, lasting impact across communities.
About the Role As a Project Officer with Everymind, you will play a key support role in the delivery of state and national mental health and suicide prevention initiatives. Working closely with the Project Lead and Senior Project Officers, you will contribute to the coordination, implementation and monitoring of projects to ensure outcomes are delivered on time, within scope and to a high standard. In this role, you will:
* Support the delivery of mental health and suicide prevention programs and projects
* Assist with project planning, coordination and reporting activities
* Contribute to the development of project resources, documentation and communications
* Monitor project timelines, milestones and deliverables
* Engage with internal and external stakeholders to support project outcomes
* Provide administrative and operational support to ensure efficient project delivery
About You You are organised, proactive and passionate about contributing to meaningful work. You enjoy working collaboratively and thrive in a fast-paced, project-driven environment. You will demonstrate
* Relevant qualifications in health, social sciences, project management or a related field (or equivalent experience)
* Experience supporting project delivery and working to defined project plans
* Strong organisational and time management skills with attention to detail
* Effective communication and stakeholder engagement skills
* Ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines
* A genuine interest in mental health and suicide prevention
About Everymind Everymind is a leading national institute dedicated to the prevention of mental ill-health and suicide. With over 30 years of impact, Everymind delivers innovative programs, research and policy that empower individuals, organisations and communities to create positive change. At Everymind, we are:
* Passionate about making a difference
* Committed to collaboration for maximum impact
* Inclusive, supportive and fun
* Multidisciplinary, working across research, projects, communications and administration
Benefits
* Monthly Allocated Days Off – Regularly scheduled time to recharge
* Annual Leave – 4 weeks of paid annual leave
* Paid Parental Leave – Supporting eligible employees with time to focus on family
* Flexible Work Options – Combination of work from home and office days. This is not a fully remote position.
* Salary Packaging – Access up to $11,600 in tax-effective salary packaging, including novated leasing
* Fitness Passport – Discounted gym memberships for employees and their families to support health and well-being
* Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Confidential support services for staff and their families
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Information for Applicants: Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description (link below). For assistance addressing selection criteria visit: https://bit.ly/3vL5fq2
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To be eligible for permanent employment in this position you must be an Australian Citizen, or a permanent resident of Australia, or a New Zealand citizen with a current New Zealand Passport. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable local candidate is identified for the position; in this instance, you may only be offered employment in line with the conditions and expiry date of your visa.
At Hunter New England Local Health District, we are an inclusive employer dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming workplace. Our commitment to a workforce that reflects the community we care for is essential for delivering the highest quality healthcare to our community. We encourage people with diverse lived experiences to apply. If you require any accommodations or adjustments to the recruitment process please let us know when you apply or at any stage of the process. We will work with you to meet your needs and create the best possible experience. Please contact for confidential support to ensure an equitable, barrier-free application process. This is a Category B position. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive PD2024_015: Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specified Infectious Diseases for Category B positions prior to offer. All new employees must agree to comply with the requirements outlined in the policy. Salary Packaging: is beneficial to most Hunter New England Health employees and may increase your take-home pay! Salary package a range of personal expenses including novated motor vehicle leases, relocation expenses, and HECS/HELP debt. by contacting SalaryPackagingPLUS! via or 1300 40 25 23. An eligibility list will be created for future temporary full or part time vacancies. Hunter New England Health employees may be eligible for a range of benefits such as allocated days off (ADO) for full time employees, long service leave, paid maternity leave, and salary packaging options including meal expenses.
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