Health Promotion Coordinator
About the role
Ishar is seeking a full-time Health Promotion Coordinator with experience in working with women from a migrant background. The position will be shared between our Cannington and Mirrabooka offices, with a fixed-term contract until 30th June 2027.
SCHADS AWARD Level 5; Salary packaging and other benefits are offered.
Role Statement
The Health Promotion Coordinator will coordinate and lead health promotion projects, including those specified under grant agreements, in a cultural appropriate manner.
Selection Criteria
Essential (please address these in your application)
Tertiary education in a relevant field, such as health promotion or allied health, or public health.
Demonstrated organisational, forward-planning and time management skills, with excellent attention to detail and initiative and able to work to deadlines.
Demonstrated experience planning, delivering and evaluating community-based health promotional programs.
Ability to effectively lead and manage a small team that fosters a positive workplace culture.
Excellent verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills in cross-cultural environments with a professional approach.
Demonstrated ability to exercise initiative, sensitivity and discretion.
Demonstrated computer literacy skills, including competency in the use of MS Office, with the aptitude to learn new software and systems.
Genuine passion for women’s health and wellbeing, and alignment with organisational values.
Ability to work independently and within a multidisciplinary team environment.
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Experience working and understanding of the not-for-profit community sector.
Experience working with refugee and migrant populations in a community-based organisation.
Fluency in a second language, other than English.
Experience working with interpreters.
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Full unrestricted working rights in Australia.
Current WA police clearance dated within the last 12 months (or the ability to obtain one upon commencement)
A current Driver’s Licence and own road-worthy insured vehicle.
Current WA Working with Children’s Check (or the ability to obtain one upon commencement). Our organisation is committed to protecting children and young people from harm. We require all applicants to undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment.
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Salary Packaging: Up to $15,899 annually, allowing you to pay approved expenses from your salary before tax, reducing your taxable income and increasing your take-home pay.
Employee Wellness Allowance: $500
Annual Leave: Four weeks of annual leave with an additional 17.5% leave loading.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Access to confidential support services.
Free Parking: Convenient parking at no cost to employees.
Learning and Development: Opportunities for growth and professional development.
Work-Life Balance
Cultural Diversity: We value and embrace cultural diversity among both our staff and clients.
The role is required to be filled by a female, which is considered to be a genuine occupational requirement for this position under the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 - Section 34 Exemptions. We are an LGBTQIA+ friendly service and encourage women of all ethnicities and abilities to apply.
How to Apply
The closing date for applications is Monday, 29/06/2026 (9 am), but we may fill the position earlier if we find the right candidate.
No applications from recruitment agents will be considered.
Your Checklist – Please provide the following:
1. A cover letter including a brief statement addressing the selection criteria (maximum 2 pages).
2. A current resume including 2 recent professional referees - Please provide the details of two referees. One of them must be your most recent supervisor or manager from your last job – We will not contact them until we have your consent.
3. Evidence of relevant qualifications.
4. A current Driver’s Licence.