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Hepatitis NSW | Surry Hills, Sydney NSW | Hybrid
Full-time, ongoing | SCHADS Level 4 | $84,994–$91,455 + super + salary packaging

Join a community organisation working towards a world free of viral hepatitis.

Hepatitis NSW is seeking a motivated and organised Project Officer – Peer and Community Programs to help coordinate and deliver community support, peer workforce and lived experience programs for people living with, at risk of, or affected by viral hepatitis across NSW.

This is a diverse and rewarding role combining project coordination, stakeholder engagement, service delivery and administration. You will support programs that connect people with information, referral pathways, practical support and lived experience education.

About us

Hepatitis NSW is a member-based health promotion charity funded by the NSW Ministry of Health. Our vision is A world free of viral hepatitis.

We provide information, support, referral, education and advocacy for people affected by viral hepatitis across New South Wales. Our work is guided by inclusiveness, excellence, collaboration, integrity and independence.

About the role

Reporting to the Program Manager – Hepatitis C Programs, you will:

• Support and coordinate peer workers and lived experience initiatives
• Coordinate the Hep C Speakers Program
• Support the Hepatitis Infoline, email, text and online support services
• Build relationships with community members, health services and partner organisations
• Support outreach and community engagement activities across NSW
• Maintain program records, reporting, evaluation and documentation
• Contribute to continuous improvement across programs and services

About you

You will bring experience coordinating community, health, education, peer or support programs, along with strong organisational, administrative and communication skills. You are comfortable working with diverse communities, building productive relationships, using digital systems and maintaining accurate records. You will also bring a commitment to person centred, inclusive and non-judgemental practice, and an interest in harm reduction, health equity and community development.

Experience supporting peer workers, volunteers, casual staff or lived experience workers will be highly regarded.

Why join us?

Hepatitis NSW offers salary packaging benefits, flexible hybrid working arrangements, study leave, Employee Assistance Program access, additional organisational leave provisions, opportunities for professional development, and a supportive, values driven team culture. Most importantly, you will contribute to meaningful work that improves the lives of people affected by viral hepatitis.

Salary and conditions

• SCHADS Award Level 4: $84,994 to $91,455 plus superannuation and annual leave loading
• Full-time, ongoing position at 35 hours per week
• Hybrid workplace arrangement based in Surry Hills, Sydney
• Some regional and interstate travel may be required

Our commitment to diversity

We strongly encourage applications from people with lived experience of viral hepatitis, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with disability. Hepatitis NSW is committed to equal opportunity employment and creating an inclusive workplace.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, please download the Job Pack>>> CLICK HERE

HOW TO APPLY
Please submit your resume and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria contained in the Position Description contained in the Job Pack to Samantha Turzak by email: sturczak@hep.org.au

CLOSING DATE
Applications close Wednesday 30 September, 12 noon