Reference Number: 1654579

About the Role:

Join Curtin University’s School of Population Health as a Health Promotion Project Officer and contribute to the delivery of the Mentally Healthy Schools Program, a targeted initiative of Mentally Healthy WA’s Act Belong Commit campaign.

Working closely with the Schools Program Coordinator, you will support the planning, implementation and delivery of health promotion initiatives that promote mental health and wellbeing within school communities. Drawing on your health promotion and/or school health promotion expertise, you will contribute to evidence-informed activities and projects that support population health and prevention.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about mental health promotion, community engagement and population health prevention, with the opportunity to further develop your research and project management skills while contributing to meaningful outcomes for school communities across Western Australia.

Find out more about the Act Belong Commit campaign and its targeted programs at actbelongcommit.org.au.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Coordinate the implementation of project plans, initiatives and deliverables in collaboration with the Schools Program Coordinator
- Manage project communications and liaising with key stakeholders to coordinate their input and support project outcomes
- Provide executive and administrative support to project committees, working parties and stakeholder meetings
- Undertake research activities, including collecting, compiling and analysing data to support project delivery and evaluation
- Develop evidence-informed resources and delivering career development and training for school staff
- Contribute to the continuous improvement of project activities through research, evaluation and collaboration with stakeholders

Who we are looking for (selection criteria):

- Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to coordinate and implement project activities and deliverables
- Well-developed interpersonal and oral communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders and demonstrate cross-cultural sensitivity
- Well-developed written communication skills, with the ability to prepare clear, concise and accurate reports and documentation
- Strong organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities,



meet deadlines and maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team, including contributing to shared goals, supporting others, accepting direction and respecting diverse perspectives
- Experience in health promotion and/or school health education

Desirable:

- Research and analytical skills, including the ability to collect, interpret and communicate data.

Role Requirements:

1. As this is a fixed-term contract, you will require current work rights in Australia that match the tenure of this role
2. Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction
3. This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check

School of Population Health

The School of Population Health is dedicated to improving health and wellbeing outcomes for communities both locally and globally. Bringing together expertise across public health, psychology and interdisciplinary health fields, the School is recognised for its collaborative culture, innovative teaching and impactful research.

Home to a dynamic community of academics, researchers and industry-connected professionals, the School is committed to addressing some of today’s most significant health challenges - from mental health and emerging diseases to climate change, population growth and health equity. Through its strong focus on education, research and community engagement, the School continues to shape the next generation of health professionals and create meaningful impact across the health sector.

About Curtin University

Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2025 rankings. We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity,



respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/

What We Offer You:

This is a full time, fixed term position until 30 June 2031, with a salary range between $99,213 - $105,251 (G06) per annum, plus 17% superannuation.

Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous benefits, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more.

For more reasons to work at Curtin, please visit https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/

Join Us!

If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW ensuring to attach the following documents:

- Up to date resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and demonstrating how your background meets the position’s selection criteria (noted above) - no more than two pages

If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on *************@curtin.edu.au or 08 9266 90***(option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address.

Applications close: 9:00pm (AWST) on Sunday, 30 August 2026.

Late applications or applications received via email will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted.

Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.

Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.

📌 Health Promotion Project Officer (Bentley)
🏢 Curtin University
📍 Bentley