• $68 per hour + super | 35 hours per week
• NSW State Government | St Leonards (hybrid working arrangement)
• ASAP Start | Estimated 6-month assignment

  
About the Role
Our client, a NSW government agency, is seeking a motivated Project Officer to deliver the Healthy Food Information Service (HFIS). This role supports the state-wide implementation, monitoring, and reporting of initiatives to promote healthy eating in schools and health facilities.
  
Responsibilities

• Conduct menu check assessments for schools, ensuring alignment with healthy eating guidelines and the NSW Healthy School Canteen Strategy.
• Provide practical advice and support to canteen operators to improve menu offerings.
• Manage incoming phone and email enquiries regarding healthy food programs, menu checks, and policy requirements.
• Maintain accurate service records and contribute to monitoring, reporting, and continuous quality improvement.
• Prepare reports and submissions as required.

  
About You

• Tertiary qualifications in Nutrition, Dietetics, Health, or a related discipline (Bachelor’s degree minimum; postgraduate qualifications highly regarded).
• Experience delivering health promotion programs, ideally within school, childhood, or nutrition-focused settings.
• Knowledge of obesity prevention, chronic disease prevention, and health promotion, particularly for children and young people.
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities during peak periods.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide clear, practical guidance to diverse audiences.
• Demonstrated ability to work flexibly and collaboratively within a team environment.

  
How to Apply 
Applications will be reviewed within 48 hours of the job posting. Please apply by submitting your resume (in Word format) via the "Apply Now" tab to be considered for the role.  Only suitable applicants will be contacted.   
 
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