• Thompson Institute | Based in Far North Queensland – Remote Work Arrangement
• Level 6, $92,964 - $100,603 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time (36.25 hours per week), fixed-term appointment until April 2028

The Opportunity

Join us as a Program Coordinator and lead impactful sleep health research and community engagement for the Let’s Yarn About Sleep (LYAS) Program in Far North Queensland! You'll drive program delivery, foster long-term community connections, and make a real difference in remote communities. This dynamic role offers the opportunity to engage directly with local communities, ensuring meaningful impact while travelling throughout the region. If you're passionate about community-driven health initiatives and ready for a hands-on role, we’d love to hear from you!

Please note - The position is based in Far North Queensland which involves regular travel to remote communities.

For more information, please visit us online: Thompson Institute

You will

• Coordinate the delivery of the Let's Yarn About Sleep program in Far North Queensland; and
• Build community connections and lead community engagement activities in Far North Queensland, including travelling to participating sites and establishing partnerships and collaborations with community members, Elders, and service providers.

About you

You are an organised and proactive professional with a proven ability to plan ahead, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines while adapting to changing circumstances. Highly independent and resourceful, you thrive in dynamic environments where flexibility is key. Your strong interpersonal and communication skills enable you to collaborate effectively and produce clear, concise documentation that supports project success. If you're detail-oriented and excel at balancing multiple priorities, this role is perfect for you!

You will possess:

• Completion of a relevant degree in Social Work, Public Health, or a related field, with substantial experience in community engagement and outreach work;
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in research methodologies, including community yarning, focus groups, and other culturally informed engagement approaches;
• Significant experience working with rural and remote First Nations communities in Queensland, particularly in a research or community program context;
• Completion of or willingness to complete Sleep Health education and training (e.g., Sleep Coach training) to lead program delivery and support participants effectively;
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Working with Children Check (Blue Card) in Queensland.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at [email protected] or call +61 7 5430 2830.

Position Description: 493152 -Project Coordinator (Cairns).pdf

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

All applications must be lodged through our website.

Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 18 May 2025.

Your completed application must include:

• a resume and a statement of suitability (not to exceed two pages), which be reviewed in alignment to the specified selection criteria as outlined within the position description.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact [email protected]

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Professor Fatima Yaqoot
Professor of Sleep Research – Thompson Institute
Phone: 07 5456 5315
Email: [email protected]

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