About the Opportunity

The Tackling Indigenous Smoking (TIS) Project Officer directly reports to and is accountable to the Community Health Programs Manager, and is responsible for the coordination, planning, development, implementation and evaluation of the collaboration between the Puntukurnu Aboriginal Medical Service (PAMS) and Wirraka Maya Health Service Aboriginal Corporation (WMHSAC) as part of the Tackling Indigenous Smoking – Regional Grants Program. The PAMS component of the project has a focus on the Western Desert working with members of the Newman, Jigalong, Parnngurr, Punmu and Kunawarritji communities, implementing, monitoring and evaluating strategies to reduce the level of smoking, and providing health information related to the risks associated with smoking including passive smoking.

About You

To be considered for this position, candidates must be able to clearly demonstrate their ability to meet the below Essential Selection Criteria:

An understanding and a commitment to the principles of Primary Health Care, Health Promotion and Community Development.

Demonstrated experience in project management including monitoring, reporting and evaluation.

Demonstrated ability to plan, develop, implement and evaluate health programs in a remote primary health setting.

Understanding of the health, social and emotional wellbeing needs of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Knowledge of smoking prevention and cessation programs.

Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and sensitively with Aboriginal people including providing health promotion events, group activities and one on one counselling.

Experience, skills and knowledge working in a multidisciplinary team, including teamwork and conflict management.

Excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication skills.

Demonstrated organisational and time management skills along with an ability to adapt to changing needs.

Sound working knowledge of computer software packages, i.e. Microsoft Office

In addition to the above, the desirable criteria are:

The person identifies as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and is acknowledged as such by their community;

Tertiary qualifications in the area of health sciences or education or equivalent experience.

About the Benefits

While you will face diverse new challenges in the role, you will also enjoy an attractive remuneration package including a base salary of $96,350.67 - $103,213.25 per annum plus superannuation. You'll also gain access to generous salary packaging options, which will greatly increase your take home pay. In addition, you will have access to a number of fantastic benefits including:

Flexible working arrangements

5 weeks’ annual leave + 17.5% leave loading

Accommodation provided

Mobile Phone allowance

Power subsidy in accordance with the PAMS Employee Remuneration Policy

Support to further invest in your career through additional training + study leave options

Employee Assistance Program

Retention Initiatives in accordance with the PAMS Employee Remuneration Policy

This position offers the opportunity to work closely with remote Aboriginal communities and make a drastic impact to the health and well-being outcomes of these communities.

PAMS operates five sites, supported by a range of clinicians, community health workers and other ancillary workers. Although the successful candidates will have a substantive location (Newman) they must be prepared from time to time to work across any one of these sites should they be required.

PAMS operates in some of the most remote parts of Australia and staff are required to be proficient at driving a 4WD vehicle and willing to fly in light aircraft.

About the Organisation

PAMS is an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service providing holistic and culturally secure primary healthcare to the Martu people across Newman and the remote communities of Jigalong, Parnngurr, Punmu, and Kunawarritji. We are committed to improving the health and wellbeing of our people by delivering high-quality, culturally appropriate services.

How to Apply

If you are passionate about supporting community-led organisation, we encourage you to apply.

Please submit:

A cover letter (max 1 page) addressing your suitability

A current CV with two referees

Applications close: 5pm, Friday 29th August 2025
Contact People & Culture at (08) 9177 9307 or [email protected] for more info.