Senior Project Officer, Communicable Diseases
National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory 2601, Australia – Full-time.
Role Type: On-site • Permanent • Full-time • Associate
Pay Rate: 90,000 AUD – 100,000 AUD (Annum)
Job Summary
* Experience planning, organising and supporting workshops to build capacity and knowledge across the sector.
* Experience assisting in managing grants, tracking milestones, budgets, reporting and compliance requirements.
* Tertiary qualification in health, project management or policy, or relevant work experience.
Description
About NACCHO
The National Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisation (NACCHO) is the national peak body representing 148 Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs). ACCHOs deliver comprehensive primary health care to more than half of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples nationally.
About the Role
The Senior Project Officer works within the Sexual Health and Blood Borne Viruses section and will contribute supporting the delivery of program outcomes. The position provides coordination of support to Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations to achieve program outcomes including development and execution of funding agreements, reporting and support to the NACCO National Sexual Health and BBV Community of Practice.
Responsibilities of this role but not limited to:
* Plan, organise and support workshops that build capacity and knowledge across the sector.
* Assist in managing grants, including tracking milestones, budgets, reporting and compliance requirements.
* Assisting with the preparation of program reports, briefs, papers and presentations to inform stakeholders and support decision-making.
* Provide tailored support to ACCHO's to help them meet program objectives and fulfill reporting requirements.
About You
To succeed in this role, you will bring:
* A relevant tertiary qualification (such as project management or policy), or relevant work experience highly regarded.
* Strong written and verbal communication skills.
* Strong organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
Why Join Us?
At NACCHO, you'll contribute to meaningful, community‐focused work that supports improved health outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. You'll join a supportive and inclusive team, with opportunities for professional growth and a role where your work genuinely makes a difference.
How to Apply
Submit your resume and a cover letter (maximum one page) addressing how your skills and experience align with the requirements of the role.
For more information, visit our website at Homepage – NACCHO or download the position description. Copy the URL: https://shorturl.at/wzSaH
For any questions regarding the role, please contact: Monica Kempster, Director, Sexual Health and BBV at monica.kempster@naccho.org.au
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.
Job Closing Date 8th May 2026
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