Health Promotion Officer

Health Promotion Practitioner Grade 1 – Community Health 

• Permanent full-time | 5 weeks annual leave + monthly day off included


• Healesville Hospital & Yarra Valley Health | Car-parking available | Close to cafes and shops  


• Excellent opportunities for personal and professional development  

Eastern Health is one of Victoria's largest public health services. As a values-led, integrated service united by our Healthier Together promise, we deliver high-quality care, support and service to a broad and diverse community across Melbourne’s east and beyond.

About the role

As the Grade 1 Health Promotion Practitioner, you will support the planning, delivery, and evaluation of primary prevention projects across the Yarra Ranges. Working under the guidance of the Senior Health Promotion Practitioner and as part of a collaborative team, you will contribute to the implementation of strategies outlined in Eastern Health’s annual Health Promotion Action Plan. 

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent graduate to gain hands-on experience in health promotion, develop practical skills, and work alongside experienced professionals in a supportive environment. 

Key responsibilities include:

• Assist in the development, implementation, and evaluation of health promotion initiatives. 

• Support community engagement activities and contribute to stakeholder communications. 

• Participate in team meetings, training, and reflective practice sessions. 

• Contribute to the preparation of reports, presentations, and promotional materials. 

What you’ll bring

• A tertiary qualification in Health Promotion, Public Health, or a related field (recent graduates encouraged to apply). 

• A foundational understanding of the social model of health and the determinants of health. 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills. 

• A willingness to learn, take initiative, and work collaboratively in a team environment. 

• Basic skills in project planning or evaluation. 

What we offer 

Being part of Eastern Health means belonging to a welcoming team of healthcare experts. We offer a range of benefits including:  

• Investment in your career through continuous learning, mentoring, professional development, and opportunities to progress into specialist, leadership or advanced practice pathways.   

• Work-life balance with flexible working arrangements, study and professional development leave, and leave purchasing options. 

• Wellbeing support through fitness programs, confidential employee assistance services for you and your family, and 24/7 access to a range of support resources. 

• Financial incentives to help you make the most of your earnings, including salary packaging through Maxxia, novated leasing options, and employee discounts on health insurance, banking and more.  

Interested in joining us?  

If this opportunity feels like the right fit for you, we'd encourage you to apply and share what you can bring to the role.  

You must be eligible to work in Australia. Applications are reviewed as they are received, so we encourage early applications as the advertisement may close prior to the closing date. 

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted to arrange an interview, and all applicants will be advised of the outcome of their application. Appointment to this position is subject to a satisfactory National Police Check, compliance with mandatory vaccination requirements, including annual influenza vaccination, and evidence of immunity to vaccine-preventable diseases where required. 

Click here to view our Candidate Guide and learn more about our recruitment process. 

 Our commitments  

• We are an equal opportunity employer and actively promote equality for people of all races, ethnicities, gender identities, sexual orientations, and for people living with disability across the communities we serve and within our Eastern Health team. 

• We provide a culturally safe and welcoming environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees. 

• As a child-safe organisation, we ensure child safety and wellbeing is embedded in our everyday culture. 

• We are shaping a culture that delivers exceptional care for our community, and an exceptional experience for all the people who make it possible.  

Please click here to view the position description.

Contact Person: Claire Rickard

Contact Number: 0417 012 875

Contact Email: [email protected]

Job Posting End Date: Sunday 11 October 2026

Need help submitting your application? 
Contact the person listed in the advertisement or our Talent Acquisition team for support on (03) 9955 7555 (option 1) or [email protected], including discussing any adjustments you may require during the recruitment process. 

 
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