Engagement Officer - Eliminating Strongyloides

Miwatj Health Aboriginal Corporation; Darwin; On-site; AUD 104,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Miwatj Health Aboriginal Corporation is seeking an Engagement Officer to support community-based research across East Arnhem Land. You will work closely with Yolngu staff, clinical teams, and external scientists to plan and deliver activities that respect community protocols.

The role focuses on building relationships, increasing awareness of the project, and supporting Yolngu-led approaches within a fixed-term, part-time arrangement with travel across communities.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualifications in science, nursing, epidemiology, research or project management.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively across communities and with diverse stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-the-ground support to plan and deliver community-based research activities.
• Build strong relationships with communities and Yolngu staff.
• Increase awareness and understanding of the project and Yolngu-led approaches.
• Ensure activities are delivered respectfully and in line with community protocols.
• Travel to communities across East Arnhem Land.

Skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Community engagement

Project management

Epidemiology

Education

Bachelor's degree in Science/Nursing/Epidemiology/Research

Project management certification

Job description

Engagement Officer - Eliminating Strongyloides

• Providing healthcare across East Arnhem Land and its rich Aboriginal culture


• Competitive salary of $104,263 - $109,691 per annum + 12% superannuation

About the role

Working closely with local Yolngu staff, clinical teams and external scientists, you will provide on-the-ground support to help plan and deliver community-based research activities.

The role will focus on building strong relationships with communities, increasing awareness and understanding of the project, supporting Yolngu-led approaches to research, and ensuring project activities are delivered respectfully and in line with community and organisational protocols.

This is a part-time, fixed-term role until 28 April 2028, with travel to communities across East Arnhem Land.

About you

Miwatj Health Research Team is looking for someone who is passionate about Aboriginal health, community engagement and research and who understands the importance of Aboriginal Community Control and self-determination.

You’ll bring relevant qualifications in science, nursing, epidemiology, research or project management, strong communication and relationship-building skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across communities and with a range of stakeholders.

Why join Miwatj Health?

This is an opportunity to contribute to meaningful research while working alongside Yolngu communities and supporting approaches that are community-led, culturally respectful and focused on improving health outcomes across East Arnhem Land.