Make a meaningful impact in musculoskeletal health

Arthritis & Osteoporosis WA (AOWA) is seeking an experienced and motivated Health Lead to join our small, dedicated team. This part-time role (0.5 FTE) offers a fantastic opportunity for an accredited exercise physiologist, or similar health professional to plan and lead high-quality education and service delivery programs that make a real difference in the lives of people living with arthritis and osteoporosis.

About Arthritis & Osteoporosis WA (AOWA)

Since 1972, Arthritis & Osteoporosis WA has been committed to improving the lives of Western Australians affected by arthritis, osteoporosis, and related conditions. We empower individuals through evidence-based education, support services, advocacy and research.

Our work is grounded in the values of compassion, advocacy, responsibility, respect, integrity, and collaboration. We're looking for someone who shares these values and brings both expertise and empathy to their role.

About the Role

As our Health Lead, you will play a key role in improving musculoskeletal health outcomes across Western Australia. This position requires a high level of autonomy and clinical health expertise, making it ideal for a qualified and experienced exercise physiologist, or similar health professional with a passion for community and health education, innovation, quality and governance.

Key responsibilities include:

• Planning, coordinating and delivering high-quality health professional and consumer education and support activities across metropolitan and regional communities

• Designing and maintaining high-quality, evidence-based resources for consumers, health professionals, and community groups

• Facilitating group and individual education and workshops, both in-person and online

• Providing specialist input and mentoring to program staff and volunteers

• Supporting community engagement activities, grants, campaigns, and research initiatives

• Monitoring program outcomes to ensure quality and continuous improvement

• Representing AOWA at forums, conferences, and community events as required

This role may occasionally require work or travel outside standard office hours for events and workshops.

What You'll Bring

To be considered, you must meet all of the following essential criteria:

Essential Requirements

• A tertiary qualification in exercise physiology or related clinical health discipline

• Current registration with ESSA (or an equivalent national professional regulatory body)

• A minimum of 5 years' post-graduate experience in a clinical, community health, or health education role

• Strong understanding of musculoskeletal health and chronic disease self-management principles

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage a variety of audiences

• High-level written communication, including resource development and reporting

• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and deliver outcomes on time

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and online delivery platforms (e.g. Zoom, Teams)

Desirable

• Certificate IV in Training and Assessment or equivalent experience in adult learning

Why Join Us?

• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of people across metropolitan and regional WA

• Enjoy increased take-home pay through generous salary sacrifice benefits (NFP)

• Flexible part-time hours (0.5 FTE) to support work-life balance

• Work with a passionate, supportive team in a values-driven organisation

• Opportunities for ongoing professional development and innovation

• Convenient Shenton Park location with free on-site parking

• Please note: some work outside of standard office hours may be required to deliver events, workshops, and other activities. This includes occasional travel.

Click Apply to submit your CV and a short cover letter addressing the essential requirements (maximum 2 pages).