• Inspire and motivate the community through the delivery of outstanding events and brand experiences for some of Cancer Council’s most iconic events
• Be a part of Australia’s most trusted cancer ‘Not for Profit’ organisation
• Full time, ongoing position – St Kilda Road, Melbourne
• FCD.173

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.

The Fundraising and Communications Division (FCD) is responsible for ensuring that Cancer Council maintains a visible, engaging presence in the community; and to inspire and activate support from the Victorian public. Through a diverse revenue generation program, the Division works to ensure appropriate funds are raised to support the Cancer Council’s work in line with the organisation’s mission and values.

The Brand, Communications and Marketing Unit works across multiple channels and campaigns, to deliver innovative, omni-channel, impactful marketing and communications activities. This drives supporter, consumer and public engagement, fundraising outcomes and understanding of Cancer Council’s brand. The Unit works in partnership with multiple internal stakeholders to achieve strategic outcomes and ensure that Cancer Council Victoria delivers consistent brand messaging and experience for our many audiences across all our touchpoints.

About your opportunity

We are seeking an Event Lead to join the Fundraising & Communications Division. Reporting to the Brand & Marketing Manager, your role is to:

• Lead and execute events within the Fundraising and Communications Division and wider organisation, managing the complete process from beginning to end, including timelines and budgets.
• Foster strong internal and external relationships to build great events that deliver results and create an outstanding brand experience
• Work closely with other members of the Brand, Communications and Marketing unit, to ensure event awareness and engagement is maximised
• Use their exceptional project management, problem-solving and innovation skills to continually improve the event offerings and experience

All about you

We are looking for someone with:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in marketing, events or related field
• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale physical and virtual events that meet compliance
• Experience using a Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Database
• Demonstrated experience leading and managing staff and volunteers
• Demonstrated experience managing agency resource
• Demonstrated attention to detail and ability to identify and effectively resolve complex problems
• Strong ability to ability to listen actively, influence and negotiate with stakeholders
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to develop and maintain working relationships with internal and external stakeholders

What we can offer you

• A base salary within range $74,173 to $83,396 pa plus superannuation and access to a generous not-for-profit salary packaging program (up to $18,550 of your salary tax-free) https://www.accesspay.com.au/employee/what-is-salary-packaging/
• The opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of those affected by cancer
• A flexible and supportive workplace, with excellent work-life balance and opportunities for career progression and development

To apply and for more info

To apply for this opportunity click Apply Now to download a Position Description and submit your Resume and Cover Letter. Ensure that your cover letter addresses the Key Selection Criteria detailed within the Position Description. For more information contact Alissa Wilson on (03) 9514 6354 or at [email protected] using the subject line: Events Lead 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.

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 regardless of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability status. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Cancer Council Victoria has a strong commitment to the safety, wellbeing and protection of children and youth. We therefore have robust screening procedures for people who are expected to have contact with children in their roles. This will include criminal record check, Working with Children Check and referee checks.