Health Project Officer, State Office (Johor Bahru)

Health Education, Literacy, Promotion, and Policy | Public Health | Dietitian

Location : Johor Baru, Malaysia

Employment duration : The initial period of employment is six (6) months, with the possibility of extension for up to two (2) years based on performance and organisational needs.

Job Types : Full-time, Contract

Job Purpose

The health project officer (state) is responsible for coordinating and executing public health projects as well as education and awareness programmes; health promotion campaigns; and advocacy campaigns related to cancer and non-communicable diseases; and coordinate support services.

Current Projects

• The training of health change agents within communities in raising cancer awareness;
• Identifying the health needs and carrying out corresponding intervention campaigns for marginalised communities; and
• Exploring the challenges of communities in living healthy lives.

Key Responsibilities and Accountabilities

Identify and establish working relationships with stakeholders relevant to the specific project

Develop, review, and verify educational materials on cancer and NCD

Carry out or coordinate cancer intervention programmes within the state, including providing cancer awareness talks or workshops in schools, universities, or underserved communities

Represent the Society in state level activities on health

Plan and coordinate support group events; promote and recruit participants for events hosted at the state office; facilitate and forward referrals from walk-in and other patients to NCSM HQ support services; along with the psychosocial support team, organise monthly events and webinars; manage logistics for sessions held in the state office, including recruitment, setup and preparation

Requirements

Salary

Range : RM2,800 - RM3,500 per month

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