Senior Community Engagement Officers - Rethink Pain

Adelaide CBD, SA, Australia, 5000

HEO6

Fixed term - Part-time

HEO6

Based in the College of Health supporting community engagement regionally in SA and VIC

Five (5) part-time (0.2FTE), 12-month fixed term contract opportunities

Salary Range: $92,511 - $99,929 pro rata per annum (plus 17% superannuation)

At Adelaide University, we create the opportunities you need to achieve your ambitions – because when you thrive, we thrive.

We are transforming education for contemporary learners and global citizens. Building on a proud legacy and shaped by bold ambition, it’s a place of excellence and equity, where our vibrant community of staff are united by our purpose to inspire Australia’s future change-makers and create a better tomorrow.

Work that matters

A bold new pain education campaign, Rethink Pain, is rolling out across the Limestone Coast and Western Victoria, to improve understanding of chronic pain and foster community conversations about pain. Delivered in partnership with healthcare professionals and local community networks, this federally funded initiative will provide a pain science education and community events while also exploring the impact of chronic pain on people’s lives, health and how they access healthcare.

Curious to learn more? Explore the full role description below to discover more about this opportunity.

The team

The EQUIPP project team brings together academics, healthcare professionals, project partners and supporters, who are committed to changing the way Australians understand pain. Working closely with local communities during Stage 3 of the project (delivery of the public education campaign), the Senior Community Engagement Officer will establish, build and maintain trusted relationships with general practices, pharmacies, allied health providers, community health services, local councils and community groups, leading tailored engagement activities in their town and across the region.

Visit the AU website to learn more about equip.org.au.

Our people

Our people are guided by purpose, curiosity and a commitment to lifelong learning. We embrace authenticity, innovation and collaboration, and harness diverse thinking in our pursuit of excellence.

This role is perfect for a healthcare professional, healthcare worker, or community member who is embedded and active in local health and community networks in the following South Australian (SA) and Victorian (VIC) regions:

Mount Gambier (SA)

Naracoorte/Millicent (SA)

Hamilton (VIC)

Horsham (VIC)

Ararat/Stawell (VIC)

Learn more about our people, what we stand for and what we offer at Careers at AU.

Experience

To join our community and thrive in this role, you will likely have the following skills and experience:

Experience delivering community engagement, outreach or public awareness activities within healthcare or community settings

Proven ability to build and sustain effective stakeholder relationships across diverse community and health sector groups

Proven ability to lead local initiatives or provide informal leadership across distributed or peer-based teams

Experience working autonomously to plan, prioritise and deliver activities aligned to defined objectives

Experience collecting, analysing and reporting data to support programme evaluation and continuous improvement

Experience using digital tools to support reporting, communication and dissemination of materials

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

We are committed to fostering a culture of inclusion where diversity is celebrated and everyone feels respected and valued. Adelaide University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a safe, inclusive, and equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and people of all ages, genders, cultural backgrounds, sexual orientations, and gender identities. We are committed to supporting flexible working arrangements and providing reasonable adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

Launch your future with Adelaide University now

Applying is simple. Simply click on the Apply Now button and upload:

your current CV

a cover letter that tells us why you’re excited about the role

Submit your application by 11:30pm Sunday 5 July 2026

The University reserves the right to close this advertisement before the closing date if a suitable candidate is identified.

For further information about this opportunity, please contact (quoting reference number 493231):

Emma Kelvin,

Talent Attraction Adviser

+61 8 8302 0482 | careers.adelaideuniversity@adelaide.edu.au

Applications welcomed from Australian or NZ citizens, Australian permanent residents and those who have the legal right to work in Australia for the term of appointment.

Appointment is subject to a satisfactory National Police Check (NPC) being obtained and maintained.