About Us

Apunipima Cape York Health Council is a community controlled Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander health service, which provides culturally appropriate, family centred, primary health care services to the communities and people of Cape York.

About the Opportunity The Health Promotions Officer will support the implementation and evaluation of the Tackling Indigenous Smoking (TIS) program across 11 Cape York communities using a variety of strategies including social marketing, supportive environment and regulatory activities, community engagement and capacity building processes. This position will be part of a multidisciplinary team delivering comprehensive primary health care services consistent with the Apunipima Way and Model of Care. This is a fixed term position ending 30 June 2027.

The filling of this position is specified. Applicants must provide contact details or a written reference from an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person who is willing to support their application.

About You To be successful in this role you will have:

Essential:

- Demonstrated health promotion project planning and management experience with the ability to effectively conduct a needs assessment and complete the planning, implementation and evaluation of best practice health promotion projects in a timely manner and within budget.

- Demonstrated experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to address priority health issues in remote community settings.

- Previous experience in developing strong and effective relationships and partnerships with external stakeholders including community members.

- Demonstrated experience in developing, implementing and evaluation social marketing campaigns.

- Sound knowledge and understanding of the nature and scope of the determinants of health and associated risk and protective factors, particularly relevant to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Island people living in remote communities.





- Understanding of the historical and contemporary issues that impact on Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people and their communities, particularly in Cape York.

- Ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people in accordance with community protocols and customs.

- Demonstrated understanding of the principles of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community control.

- Must be willing and have the ability to travel in Cape York either by light aircraft or 4WD as required.

Mandatory requirements:

- Tertiary degree in Health Promotion or a relevant Post Graduate Diploma or Masters Qualification in Health Promotion, or Communications qualification.

- Current Queensland Driver's Licence

- Current Blue Card positive notice or exemption, or willing and able to obtain prior to commencement

- Australian Federal Police Check or willing and able to obtain one prior to commencement

What We Offer:

- Competitive salary range + 12% superannuation contribution

- Contemporary facilities and resources

- 5 weeks annual leave + 17.5% leave loading

- Generous salary packaging of up to $15,900 per year

- Induction, professional development and learning opportunities

- EAP program

Our Culture

Apunipima, meaning "united - all in one" in Injinoo Ikya, was conceived at Pajinka near Injinoo at the tip of Cape York. Guided by the "Apunipima Way," we are committed to service by the people, for the people, upholding the right to self-determination for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. We respect diverse cultural attitudes to ensure our policies are informed, respectful, and ethically sound.

Ready to Apply

Don't miss the opportunity to join Apunipima. If you're interested in this role, visit our website to see what we are about Work For Us (apunipima.org.au), then click apply now and don’t forget to include your resume, cover letter (answering any screening questions) and your cultural reference.

Applications close on 23 October 2026.

Apunipima Cape York Health Council is an equal opportunity employer.

www.apunipima.org.au

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