About the Opportunity

KAMS now has an opportunity for a Kimberley Foot Initiative Health Promotion Officer to join their friendly, multidisciplinary team in Broome, WA, on a full-time fixed basis (6months). You will work with primary health care staff, specialist services and the wider health service workforce to contribute to the developement, implementation, evaluation, and documentation of preventative Diabetic foot health resources, activities and events. The position will be based in Broome but will involve regular travel throughout the Kimberley region.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Consult with communities and member services to understand individual needs in their community.
• Participate in team planning delivery requirements e.g. timetables, session plans and resources.
• Promotes, develops and maintains effective liaison with Aboriginal community members, internal and external service providers and specialist services.
• Deliver a range of a range of health promotion initiatives in Diabetic foot health and capacity building programs to community members and staff across KAMS members services and clinics.
• Deliver programs in a culturally appropriate manner.
• Participate in program evaluation processes (continuous improvement).
• Ensure all reporting is collected, submitted and meets the KPI requirements of relevant funding agreements.
• Promotes, develops and maintains effective liaison with Aboriginal community members, internal and external service providers and specialist services.

Due to the nature of this role, a current mannual driver's licence with he capacity to drive a 4WD and travel by a small aircraft is required.

Previous experience working with Aboriginal people and or Aboriginal organisations will be highly regarded.

This position is full time fixed term (6 months only.)

Please note: It is a requirement that successful candidates be willing to undergo a National Police Check prior to employment with KAMS.

About the Benefits

KAMS is an organisation that truly values its team, and is committed to improving employee knowledge, skills and experience. In addition, staff development programs are not only encouraged but are often paid for by KAMS. This role is a highly attractive opportunity for someone with a desire to develop their professional knowledge and experience in the area of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health!

While you will face diverse new challenges in the role, you will also enjoy an attractive salary package including a base salary range of $77,006 - $78,679 p.a., PLUS super and a further host of benefits, including:

• District allowance $2,920 p.a.;
• Electricity Allowance $1,440 p.a pro rata;
• Accommodation Allowance $13,000 p.a. pro rata;
• 5 weeks leave (pro rata)

Please note: People of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are strongly encouraged to apply.

This is an excellent opportunity to develop your skills, advance your career and enhance your cultural knowledge in stunning outback locations.

Advert will close on 4th July 2025, but KAMS reserves the right to close this advertisement upon the appointment of a successful candidate. We encourage interested applicants to submit their applications as soon as possible, as the position may be filled before the advertised closing date.

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