Job Description
Drive statewide community health education & prevention
Empower multicultural communities through co-designed programs
Lead health promotion in a specialist, high-impact program
Create and lead culturally responsive community education programs to prevent FGM/C, build health literacy, and strengthen statewide partnerships.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health Education Officer Graduate
Remuneration: $74,326 - $118,754 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Cumberland Hospital
Where you'll be working
You will join a specialist statewide program funded by NSW Health and delivered through WSLHD. The NSW Education Program on Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) works at the intersection of public health, community development, and multicultural health, supporting the prevention of FGM/C and improving outcomes for women and girls affected or at risk.
Be part of a respected statewide program operating since 1996
Work within a collaborative, multicultural and community-focused team
Contribute to health equity, prevention and early intervention
Partner with communities, clinicians and government/non-government agencies
Support a values-driven service committed to cultural safety and inclusion
What you'll be doing
In this dynamic community development and health promotion role, you will strengthen the capacity of affected communities across NSW to prevent FGM/C and improve health outcomes through education, co-design and partnership approaches.
Build networks with emerging and established communities and key stakeholders across NSW
Design, pilot and evaluate culturally appropriate health promotion and education initiatives
Co-design sustainable community education strategies with communities and bilingual educators
Deliver and coordinate training and professional development for community educators and leaders
Monitor program data, contribute to statewide planning, reporting and continuous improvement
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: Relevant tertiary qualifications in health or related discipline
Evidence of Diversity claim if applicable: In this role, being a woman is a genuine occupational qualification as authorised by Section 31 respectively of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW.
Selection Criteria:
1. Certificate IV in training and assessment or willing to obtain, highly developed communication, facilitation and presentation skills and experience in developing, delivering and evaluating training programs for adults.
2. Experience in working with FGM /C affected communities through the implementation of community development, adult health promotion and capacity building principles.
3. A working knowledge and understanding of the human rights framework, child welfare and legal issues relating to FGM/C in NSW.
4. Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to build productive working relationships with a range of health services, professionals, community and religious leaders.
5. Demonstrated experience in developing, delivering and evaluation of health education/promotion/ health literacy programs and projects in partnership with consumers, communities and wider stakeholders.
6. Demonstrated understanding of relevant state multicultural and refugee health focused policies and priorities, and ability to apply these in working with migrant and refugee communities.
7. Demonstrated evidence of effective written and oral communication skills
Requisition ID: REQ627575
Applications Close: 1st March 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 Desiree Leone on 0409XXXXXX or desiree.leone@health.nsw.gov.au.
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
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Empower multicultural communities through co-designed programs
Lead health promotion in a specialist, high-impact program
Create and lead culturally responsive community education programs to prevent FGM/C, build health literacy, and strengthen statewide partnerships.
Employment Type: Permanent Full Time
Position Classification: Health Education Officer Graduate
Remuneration: $74,326 - $118,754 per annum
Hours Per Week: 38
Location: Cumberland Hospital
Where you'll be working
You will join a specialist statewide program funded by NSW Health and delivered through WSLHD. The NSW Education Program on Female Genital Mutilation/Cutting (FGM/C) works at the intersection of public health, community development, and multicultural health, supporting the prevention of FGM/C and improving outcomes for women and girls affected or at risk.
Be part of a respected statewide program operating since 1996
Work within a collaborative, multicultural and community-focused team
Contribute to health equity, prevention and early intervention
Partner with communities, clinicians and government/non-government agencies
Support a values-driven service committed to cultural safety and inclusion
What you'll be doing
In this dynamic community development and health promotion role, you will strengthen the capacity of affected communities across NSW to prevent FGM/C and improve health outcomes through education, co-design and partnership approaches.
Build networks with emerging and established communities and key stakeholders across NSW
Design, pilot and evaluate culturally appropriate health promotion and education initiatives
Co-design sustainable community education strategies with communities and bilingual educators
Deliver and coordinate training and professional development for community educators and leaders
Monitor program data, contribute to statewide planning, reporting and continuous improvement
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: Relevant tertiary qualifications in health or related discipline
Evidence of Diversity claim if applicable: In this role, being a woman is a genuine occupational qualification as authorised by Section 31 respectively of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977, NSW.
Selection Criteria:
1. Certificate IV in training and assessment or willing to obtain, highly developed communication, facilitation and presentation skills and experience in developing, delivering and evaluating training programs for adults.
2. Experience in working with FGM /C affected communities through the implementation of community development, adult health promotion and capacity building principles.
3. A working knowledge and understanding of the human rights framework, child welfare and legal issues relating to FGM/C in NSW.
4. Demonstrated interpersonal skills and ability to build productive working relationships with a range of health services, professionals, community and religious leaders.
5. Demonstrated experience in developing, delivering and evaluation of health education/promotion/ health literacy programs and projects in partnership with consumers, communities and wider stakeholders.
6. Demonstrated understanding of relevant state multicultural and refugee health focused policies and priorities, and ability to apply these in working with migrant and refugee communities.
7. Demonstrated evidence of effective written and oral communication skills
Requisition ID: REQ627575
Applications Close: 1st March 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 Desiree Leone on 0409XXXXXX or desiree.leone@health.nsw.gov.au.
People with disabilities who meet the selection criteria are encouraged to apply; and where required, WSLHD will implement reasonable adjustment consistent with industry standard.
Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply. Stepping Up aims to assist Aboriginal job applicants by providing information about applying for roles in NSW Health organisations. For more information, please visit https://www.steppingup.health.nsw.gov.au/ .
Please note: To be eligible for permanent appointment to a position in NSW Health, you must have an Australian citizenship or permanent Australian residency.
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💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Community Education Officer: NSW Education program on FGM/C position is now open for candidates interested in the Education Jobs sector. This role in North Parramatta offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Education Jobs is a plus.
