• $84,033 - $91,947 total package p.a
• Coordinate community engagement to help prevent cancer and save lives of people from vulnerable communities
• Be a part of Australia’s most trusted cancer ‘Not for Profit’ organisation
• Flexible, supportive environment
• Full time, ongoing position
• Hybrid working environment combining working from home and in the office located on St. Kilda Road, Melbourne – relocation to brand new CBD offices from August 2023

About your environment

Since our establishment in 1936, Cancer Council Victoria has developed an international reputation for our innovative work in cancer research, prevention and support. As an independent, not-for-profit organisation, we play a leading role in reducing the impact of all cancers on all people.

Division Summary

The Prevention Division aims to reduce the risk of cancer in the Victorian population through social marketing, advocacy, professional training and providing advice based on the best available evidence. This involves action to affect individual behaviours and the broader physical and legislative environment to support health and wellbeing. Our programs include: Quit Victoria, SunSmart, Achievement Program, cancer screening early detection and immunisation, the Obesity Policy Coalition, and alcohol policy.

Increasing participation equitably in cancer screening, early detection and HPV immunisation programs is a key goal for Cancer Council Victoria, with a focus on:

• Advancing the elimination of cervical cancer by 2030.
• Sustaining and evaluating campaigns and programs to increase bowel cancer screening.
• Advocating for, and delivering evidence-based, early detection initiatives.
• Working with communities to co-design strategies that address inequity in cancer screening participation.

About your opportunity

We are seeking a Community Engagement Coordinator to join the Prevention Division. Reporting to the Community Engagement Lead your role is to:

• Coordinate and deliver training workshops and presentations to community groups and organisations.
• Identify opportunities to reach priority population groups through innovative and culturally relevant community-based programs.
• Develop and maintain collaborative working relationships with relevant community peak bodies and other stakeholders at local and state levels.
• Coordinate the development, implementation and evaluation of evidence-based community programs for priority population groups relating to cancer screening, early detection and HPV immunisation. This includes working closely with other team members as well as internal and external stakeholders to ensure coordinated planning and delivery.

All about you

We are looking for someone with:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in public health, social sciences or related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience supporting health strategies and programs for specific population groups.
• Ability and willingness to work independently, demonstrating a high level of initiative, including the ability to implement multiple projects concurrently.
• Proven experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and/or culturally and linguistically diverse populations.
• Proven experience in training, presenting and communicating health messages to priority populations.
• Sound interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to develop and maintain strong collaborative partnerships with individuals and organisations.

What we can offer you

• Base salary of $66,293 to $73,368 p.a. (dependant on experience, pro rata for part time) plus 10.5% superannuation
• Salary packaging benefits of $15,900 plus meals/entertainment $2,650 p.a. https://www.accesspay.com.au/employee/what-is-salary-packaging/
• Novated car leasing
• Salary sacrifice
• 17.5% leave loading
• Flexible working arrangements including working from home options to support excellent work-life balance
• Cultural leave of up to 5 days paid
• 12 weeks paid parental leave and up to 12 months unpaid leave
• A comprehensive employee assistance program
• A range of wellness initiatives such as flu vaccination, mental and general well-being support, and discounted health insurance
• A range of personal and professional development initiatives such as study support, in-house, external, and on-line learning options as well as the opportunity to apply for scholarships
• The opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of those affected by cancer

To apply and for more info

To apply for this opportunity, visit http://www.cancervic.org.au/about/careers/job-opportunities to download a Position Description and upload your Resume and Cover Letter. Ensure that your cover letter addresses the Key Selection Criteria detailed within the Position Description. For more information contact Community Engagement Lead on [email protected] using the subject line: Community Engagement Coordinator enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Cancer Council will only make contact with applicants that are shortlisted for interview. We are also unable to respond to recruitment agency enquiries.

All offers of employment will be made subject to satisfactory completion of employment checks including evidence of right to work in Australia, a National Police Check and a Working with Children Check (as required).

Cancer Council Victoria is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cancer Council Victoria is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, all applicants will be considered for employment inclusive of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability status. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.