Employment Type:
TemporaryFull Time
Position Classification:
Health Manager Level 1
Remuneration:
$87,813 – $116,824 + Super
Hours Per Week:
38
Location:
Newcastle
Applications Close:
4th of May
Are you an experienced project skilled passionate about making a real impact in mental health and suicide prevention?
Everymind is seeking a Senior Project Officer to support the delivery of high-impact state and national initiatives that drive meaningful change across communities and organisations.
About the Role
In this role, you will work closely with the Project Lead and Program Manager to ensure the successful planning and delivery of complex mental health and suicide prevention initiatives
You will:
Contribute to project planning, implementation, and evaluation
Lead specific project components from concept through to delivery
Develop evidence-based resources, reports, and presentations
Engage and collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders
Provide guidance, workflow coordination, and mentoring to Project Officers
Support reporting, monitoring, and continuous improvement across projects
This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a senior role where you can lead, influence, and shape meaningful programs at a national level.
About You
You are a motivated and experienced project professional who thrives in a collaborative, purpose-driven environment.
You will bring:
Relevant qualifications in health, social sciences, project management or a related field (or equivalent experience)
Experience delivering health-related projects,



ideally in mental health or suicide prevention
Robust project planning, evaluation, and reporting skills
The ability to lead components of work independently while contributing to a broader team
Excellent written communication skills, including reports and evidence-based content
Strong stakeholder engagement and presentation skills
Experience mentoring or guiding team members
About Everymind
Everymind is a leading national institute dedicated to the prevention of mental ill-health and suicide. With over 30 years of experience, we are recognised for delivering innovative programs, research, and policy advice that create lasting impact.
At Everymind, we are:
Passionate about making a difference
Committed to collaboration for maximum impact
Inclusive, supportive, and genuinely enjoyable to be part of
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
Adaptable 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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📌 Senior Project Officer (Newcastle)
🏢 Suicide Prevention Australia
📍 Newcastle