Move Well Eat Well Program Coordinator (522098)

The role:

• Coordinate and lead the statewide Move Well Eat Well (MWEW) program activity.
• Coordinate and implement Move Well Eat Well (MWEW) program governance, planning, evaluation and reporting processes.
• Manage Move Well Eat Well (MWEW) program budget and resources.
• Facilitate a collaborative approach with team members and across teams statewide to achieve positive outcomes for Move Well Eat Well (MWEW) and improve the health and wellbeing of children.
• Establish and maintain strategic partnerships across State and Commonwealth governments, the community sector and other relevant stakeholders.

Note: - Please refer to the Statement of Duties for all the selection criteria of this position to address in your application.

The Team:

• Public Health Services in the Tasmanian Department of Health works with government and communities to protect and promote good health and prevent disease and injury. We value an inclusive, diverse and supportive workplace and prioritise the health and wellbeing of our staff. 
• Move Well Eat Well (MWEW) supports Tasmanian primary schools and early childhood settings to implement whole-of setting approaches to nutrition and physical activity. Aligned with the World Health Organisation’s Health Promoting Schools Framework, the program addresses school and centre policies, partnerships, and curriculum.
• In 2024, Move Well Eat Well is undergoing a refresh, involving collaboration with stakeholders to update program processes, support, and resources.

Details of Appointment

Fixed term, full time, day worker position working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible until 30 June 2025

*notwithstanding hours may be negotiated with the successful applicant

• Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full time and part time vacancies.

Location: Hobart. Tasmania

Salary: $104,756 to $118,730 per annum. Our Employer 11% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.

• Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022

The Head of the State Service has determined that the person nominated for this job is to satisfy a pre‑employment check before taking up the appointment, on promotion or transfer. The following checks are to be conducted:

1. Conviction checks in the following areas:

1. crimes of violence
2. sex related offences
3. serious drug offences
4. crimes involving dishonesty

1. Identification check
2. Disciplinary action in previous employment check.

How to Apply

Apply Online.  Please click the "Apply" button on this screen.  This ensures important questions about you are answered. 

You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application outlining your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties.

Please note:

• We do not require a separate statement addressing the selection criteria.
• All attachments must be in Microsoft Word or PDF format.
• Referee details are submitted as part of the online application so make sure you have the contact details of two referees before applying.

Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents

We encourage you to review the Applicant Guide, Statement of Duties, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and selection criteria.

Statement of Duties

Applicant Guide

For more information (Contact Officer)

Christy Measham            

Position: Senior Program Coordinator – Healthy Communities
Phone:  (03) 61660***
E-mail: ***************@health.tas.gov.au

Important information

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