Women's Health and Equality Queensland – South Brisbane QLD

0.8 FTE | Initial 12-month contract | South Brisbane | SCHADS Level 4

Are you an engaging facilitator who enjoys connecting with young people and communities and turning important health and wellbeing topics into meaningful education?

We’re looking for a Community Education Officer to coordinate and deliver Women's Health and Equality Queensland’s (WHEQ) Body Language program, supporting young women and gender-diverse people across Queensland.

0.8 FTE | Initial 12-month contract | South Brisbane | SCHADS Level 4

Are you an engaging facilitator who enjoys connecting with young people and communities and turning important health and wellbeing topics into meaningful education?

We’re looking for a Community Education Officer to coordinate and deliver Women's Health and Equality Queensland’s (WHEQ) Body Language program, supporting young women and gender-diverse people across Queensland.

About the role Working within WHEQ’s Health & Equality team, the Community Education Officer coordinates, delivers and evaluates our Body Language program for young women and gender-diverse people aged 12 to 24.

You’ll deliver engaging education and training on topics including women’s health, mental health and wellbeing, body image, consent and respectful relationships, youth health, gender equity and the primary prevention of violence.

You’ll also build relationships with schools, youth services, community organisations and other partners to increase the reach and impact of the program.

Key responsibilities You will:

coordinate and deliver Body Language workshops, education and training

facilitate engaging sessions for young people,



community members and other stakeholders

build relationships with schools, youth services, community organisations and other partners

develop engaging, evidence-informed education and training resources

support train-the-trainer and other capacity-building activities

contribute to program planning, evaluation and continuous improvement

use participant feedback and emerging evidence to strengthen program delivery

contribute to program reporting, KPIs and contractual requirements.

About you You are someone who can connect with diverse audiences, create engaging learning experiences and build strong relationships with communities and partner organisations.

What you will bring to the role:

a Bachelor or postgraduate qualification relevant to the role (highly regarded)

knowledge or experience in community development and engagement, public health, health promotion, women’s health, or education and training

experience delivering education, training or workshops to diverse audiences

strong facilitation, presentation and communication skills

an ability to develop engaging education resources and training materials

knowledge of women’s and youth health issues, including mental health and wellbeing, body image, consent and relationships





an understanding of socially and culturally inclusive practice and the experiences of LGBTQIA+ communities, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and communities, and other groups experiencing disadvantage

the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team.

You’ll also need a current Working with Children Check (Blue Card) or be willing to obtain this, as well as a valid Queensland Driver’s Licence.

Some out-of-hours work and travel may be required.

About WHEQ Women’s Health and Equality Queensland are leaders in women’s health, gender equity and the primary prevention of violence in Queensland. We provide counselling, therapeutic groups and health services for women and gender-diverse people, as well as health promotion, community programs, professional education, and systems change.

Our vision is for women to be equitably resourced, healthy, safe and thriving.

Why join WHEQ? You’ll be part of a team doing work that genuinely matters - in an setting that’s supportive, inclusive and grounded in strong values.

Purpose-driven organisation focused on women’s health, gender equity and the prevention of violence

Opportunity to deliver education that supports the health, wellbeing and confidence of young women and gender-diverse people

Varied role combining facilitation, community engagement, resource development and partnership building

Supportive team that values collaboration, learning and new ideas

SCHADS Award Level 4 remuneration

Salary packaging of up to $15,900 to increase your take-home pay

South Brisbane base, with opportunities to work with communities across Queensland

Inclusion and accessibility WH

📌 Community Education Officer (Brisbane)
🏢 Women's Health and Equality Queensland
📍 Brisbane