07 Nov
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Women's Health and Equality Queensland
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Brisbane
07 Nov
Women's Health and Equality Queensland
Brisbane
Women's Health and Equality Queensland – South Brisbane QLD0.8 FTE | Initial 12-month contract | South Brisbane | SCHADS Level 4Are 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 4Are you an engaging facilitator who enjoys connecting with young people and communities and turning significant 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 roleWorking 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 responsibilitiesYou will:coordinate and deliver Body Language workshops, education and trainingfacilitate engaging sessions for young people, community members and other stakeholdersbuild relationships with schools, youth services, community organisations and other partnersdevelop engaging, evidence-informed education and training resourcessupport train-the-trainer and other capacity-building activitiescontribute to program planning, evaluation and continuous improvementuse participant feedback and emerging evidence to strengthen program deliverycontribute to program reporting, KPIs and contractual requirements.About youYou 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 trainingexperience delivering education, training or workshops to diverse audiencesstrong facilitation, presentation and communication skillsan ability to develop engaging education resources and training materialsknowledge of women's and youth health issues, including mental health and wellbeing, body image, consent and relationshipsan 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 disadvantagethe 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 WHEQWomen'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 environment that's supportive, inclusive and grounded in strong values.Purpose-driven organisation focused on women's health,
gender equity and the prevention of violenceOpportunity to deliver education that supports the health, wellbeing and confidence of young women and gender-diverse peopleVaried role combining facilitation, community engagement, resource development and partnership buildingSupportive team that values collaboration, learning and new ideasSCHADS Award Level 4 remunerationSalary packaging of up to $15,900 to increase your take-home paySouth Brisbane base, with opportunities to work with communities across QueenslandHow to applyIf this sounds like a role you would enjoy, then we'd love to hear from you.Please apply through SEEK with your resume and a cover letter telling us:What experience would you bring to this role?
Tell us about your experience delivering education, training or workshops to young people or diverse audiences.How have you adapted education or engagement activities to meet the needs of different communities or audiences?
Why are you interested in working with WHEQ?
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If you can see a strong connection between your experience and this role, we encourage you to apply.Inclusion and accessibilityWHEQ celebrates diversity and welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds.We are committed to increasing employment of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and strongly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people to apply.We encourage applications from people with disability, LGBTQIA+ people, young people, culturally and linguistically diverse communities, and people from other priority populations and diverse lived experiences.We want to provide a positive and barrier-free recruitment process and a supportive workplace.
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