Do you have a passion for community development and improving wellbeing in rural areas? Western Queensland PHN is looking for a motivated leader to help shape and deliver community-led health and wellbeing initiatives across the Central West.

You’ll work directly with local communities, councils, and service providers to co-design and implement programs that reflect local priorities and cultural values. This is a hands-on role with real impact.

About the Role

This role is all about empowering communities to lead their own wellbeing initiatives. You’ll work closely with local councils, service providers, and cultural leaders to co-design programs that reflect community priorities. You’ll also support a small team and help transition innovative projects into sustainable services that are embedded in everyday community life.

You’ll be a connector between community needs and strategic health planning, ensuring services are culturally responsive and locally relevant.

This critical role will be based within the Central West Queensland region, for example, Longreach, Jundah, Stonehenge, Blackall, Barcaldine, Winton, Aramac, Boulia, Windorah or surrounding areas.

Key Responsibilities

Provide on-the-ground leadership, supporting Wellbeing Connectors to deliver culturally appropriate and community-aligned services

Co-design health and wellbeing solutions in partnership with community members, providers, and cultural leaders

Oversee Healthy Outback Communities initiatives and track outcomes through data and community feedback

Plan travel calendars to deliver timely, on-site support and facilitation.

Prepare briefings, reports, and contribute to cross-sector collaborations

Build the capability of internal teams to sustain HOC outcomes.

About You

Our ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of the Western Queensland. We’re looking for someone who:

Has experience in community development, health promotion, or social services

Can build strong relationships and lead collaborative projects

Is based in Central Western Queensland

Enjoys working in remote communities and travelling regularly

Has a passion for rural health and community wellbeing

Has a current driver’s licence and willingness to travel to remote areas.

Even if you don’t tick every box – if you’re passionate about community wellbeing and live in the region, we want to hear from you even.

Why Join WQPHN?

🌐 Flexible hybrid work arrangements

💰 Regional location allowance and salary packaging benefits to boost your take-home pay

🌱 Values-driven team focused on real impact in rural and remote healthcare

🧘‍♀️ Supportive culture prioritising employee wellbeing and inclusion

Our Commitment to Reconciliation

WQPHN is committed to embedding culturally safe practices and meaningful engagement through our Reconciliation Action Plan. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates.

How to Apply

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and suitability for the role.

📩 Enquiries: [email protected]
📅 Applications close: 26 October 2025