ACON is Australia’s largest health promotion organisation specialising in community health, inclusion, and HIV responses for people of diverse sexualities and genders. Established in 1985, ACON works to create opportunities for people in our communities to live their healthiest lives.
We are grounded in the belief that diversity is our strength, our differentiator, and at the core of who we are and what we do. As part of our commitment to inclusion, we encourage applications from people living with HIV, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and LGBTQ people from culturally, linguistically and ethnically diverse, migrant and refugee backgrounds, and LGBTQ people of colour.
Job Description
Are you interested in building your experience in health promotion, cancer prevention and screening?
We are seeking an ACON staff member for a short-term internal secondment as Community Health Promotion Officer, Cancer Programs. This is an opportunity to contribute to practical, peer-led health promotion activities that support LGBTQ+ communities to access inclusive cancer prevention and screening information, services and support.
- This role supports the delivery of cancer prevention and screening work across NSW and nationally.
- You’ll help bring campaigns, events and community activities to life, working directly with communities and peer networks.
- The role is ideal for someone with a strong interest in health promotion, community engagement and equity focused practice.
- 3 Month Fixed Term Role, start ASAP through December 2026.
What are Cancer Programs?
Cancer Programs is part of ACON’s Population Health Programs Unit, alongside LGBTQ+ Women’s Health and Digital Engagement and Campaigns. The Unit works across health promotion, community engagement, campaigns and service delivery to improve health outcomes for LGBTQ+ communities. Its work is guided by inclusive, trauma-informed and culturally safe approaches. Cancer Programs delivers state and national initiatives focused on cancer prevention, screening and support. This includes community campaigns, outreach, inclusive screening activities and the development of health promotion resources designed for LGBTQ+ communities.
Ok, so what’s the role?
As Community Health Promotion Officer, Cancer Programs, you will:
- Deliver peer-based health promotion and community engagement activities.
- Support the development and rollout of inclusive cancer screening campaigns.
- Coordinate outreach activities, workshops, screening activities and community events.
- Assist with developing accessible health promotion resources for priority communities.
- Build and maintain relationships with community groups, health services and stakeholders.
- Review and summarise evidence to support campaigns, projects and policy responses.
- Gather community feedback and support monitoring, data collection and reporting.
- Use digital platforms to support outreach, data entry and resource development.
- Communicate with diverse audiences and contribute to reports, presentations and other written materials.
- Support the onboarding, coordination and supervision of project volunteers.
- Contribute to project planning, team meetings, supervision and continuous improvement activities.
Who are we looking for?
We're looking for someone who:
- Is interested in developing their skills in health promotion, community engagement or cancer prevention and screening.
- Has experience delivering community engagement, education, events, outreach or health promotion activities.
- Communicates clearly and confidently with diverse communities and stakeholders.
- Has strong organisational and administrative skills.
- Can plan their work, manage competing tasks and deliver agreed outputs. |
- Can work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team.
- Is committed to equity, inclusion, cultural safety and peer-led practice.
- Is comfortable learning new subject matter, systems and ways of working.
- Qualifications in public health, health promotion or a related discipline are relevant, although equivalent practical experience may also meet the position requirements.
- Experience working with LGBTQ+ communities, an understanding of cancer screening or health promotion, or experience supporting research, policy or advocacy would be beneficial but is not essential.
You’ll also need:
- A current Australian driver’s licence.
- Willingness to travel as required.
What else can we tell you?
- Secondment period: start ASAP through December 2026.
- Salary: Starting from $88,198.08 (Gross Annual Salary PLUS Superannuation and Leave Loading).
- Location: ACON’s Gadigal (Surry Hills), with flexible working options a possibility (away from the office).
- Hours: Full time (70 hours per fortnight), on a 3 month fixed term contract.
- Salary packaging up to $35,000 grossed‑up value.
- Flexible working options.
- Learning and development opportunities.
How can I find out more details and apply?
We welcome applications from internal staff with different levels of experience. You do not need to have worked specifically in cancer programs to express interest. Transferable experience in community engagement, health promotion, project delivery, communications, events, stakeholder engagement or working with priority communities will be valued.
If this sounds like you, we invite you to apply to join our team and help us make a meaningful impact on the lives of those we serve. By joining us, you will be part of a mission to create a healthier and more inclusive community.
We’d love someone who has experience already in this area but people at all levels of experience are absolutely welcome to apply. We highly encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from CALD backgrounds, people with disabilities, and people of all genders to apply.
For more information on the role, please contact Scott Walsberger, Population Health Programs Unit Manager, at swalsberger@acon.org.au or 0482 187 353.
If you are ready to apply, please apply via the 'Apply' function at the end of this page.
We look forward to receiving your application.
