Cancer Council NSW is Australia’s leading cancer organisation, and our vision is to change the path of cancer and make sure no one walks alone. We are dedicated to meaningful careers where you will not only change the lives and futures of people affected by cancer, but you will work in a multi-award awarding winning culturally connected environment.

About us

Cancer Council NSW (CCNSW) is a community funded and focused not for profit. We are the largest cancer charity in NSW and our point of difference is that we work across every area of every cancer, from research right through to support.

At CCNSW we understand that nothing feels better than doing work you really care about. As Australia’s leading organisation supporting all people impacted by all cancers, we understand how good it feels to make a difference. We know that almost 1 in 2 Australians are affected by cancer during their lifetime, by joining the passionate team at CCNSW you’ll know that each day the work you’re doing will positively impact people in your life and Australia.

Together, we will work towards our goal of a cancer free future, while at the same time encouraging you to get the most out of your life with a supportive environment anchored in flexibility, physical and mental wellbeing to bring out the best of what makes you uniquely you. CCNSW we’re here for meaningful careers that feel good.

About the team

The Fundraising Coordinator role sits within the industry-leading Mass Fundraising Unit, working on the Regular Giving portfolio, which makes up approximately 25% of the organisation’s income. It is a key role which liaises between internal teams and external suppliers, providing administerial support, collaborating with key stakeholders and ensuring the effective execution of Regular Giving campaigns.

About the role:

The Fundraising Coordinator supports the acquisition and development of Cancer Council supporters. This position forms an important part of a cross-channel team who manage external face-to-face, digital and telemarketing agencies and is an important contributor to the fundraising targets for the organisation.

The Fundraising Coordinator is responsible for ensuring the effective execution of direct marketing campaigns, including regular liaison with internal and external stakeholders, positive relationship management, and tracking results against targets.

This is full time 12-month contract ending in March 2026.

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Contribute to the overall strategy by effectively executing channel strategies and supporting the team strategy.
• Conduct in-person training sessions/ mystery shopping of face-to-face fundraisers.
• Liaise with third party fundraising agencies to ensure accountabilities are delivered on time.
• Campaign tracking and reporting for all direct marketing acquisition channels.
• Expenditure tracking and reporting by channel and cost centre.
• Manage invoice processing and cost allocation.
• Liaise and support briefing of external suppliers including agencies, copywriters, designers, printers, mystery shoppers and mailing houses for the execution of direct marketing campaigns.
• Work closely with internal suppliers (Supporter Experience Unit, Marketing & Communications Unit, Digital Unit) for creative sign off, fulfilment and reporting campaign requirements.
• Maintain archive of campaign creative and post campaign analysis.
• Proof copy, call guides, printing proofs and review campaign lives.
• Ensure stock including premiums, uniforms and other collateral is up to date and distributed as needed.

About you

Essential:

• Commitment to the mission of Cancer Council
• Knowledge of - or willingness to learn about – face-to-face fundraising and direct marketing
• Excellent attention to detail & ability to maintain a high degree of accuracy and thoroughness in tasks
• Proven project management skills and organisational abilities
• Excellent interpersonal communication (verbal and written) and relationship building skills
• Basic analytical skills with a willingness to learn and work with data
• Proficiency in using Excel
• Demonstrated capacity to effectively work on multiple projects concurrently and prioritise workload
• Adaptable and responsive to a changing environment
• Be a professional, willing, enthusiastic, reliable team member contributing to a positive working environment
• Ability to work autonomously
• Problem solving skills

Desirable:

• Experience in fundraising or marketing
• F2F fundraising experience
• Experience of interpreting and acting upon data reports
• Experience in processing invoices and tracking expenditure
• Experience working with Microsoft Dynamics, Power BI, Canva and email marketing platforms

About the benefits

• Generous salary packaging options that can increase your take home pay by paying certain expenses using pre-tax dollars up to $15,900 a year.
• Recognised for Voice Project's 2021 and 2023 "Best Workplace" Award.
• A balanced organisational approach to WFH and office
• Additional performance-based leave available.
• Work for purpose and know that your work fosters an engaged, diverse and culturally aware organisation.
• Discounts available for everyday expenses such as private health, retail and fitness

CCNSW is an inclusive place to volunteer and work. We embrace diversity, celebrate our differences, and inspire each person to be their authentic self at work. As we strive to represent the communities we serve, we welcome and actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and other diverse groups.

If you require any adjustments to submit your application, please get in touch with us at [email protected], using the subject line: Fundraising Coordinator enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Apply online by visiting our website directly, copying the following link www.cancercouncil.com.au/jobs then click on the role title and submit your cover letter and resume.

Please note, the health and safety of our people is a priority for us, our employees and volunteers are strongly recommended to be up to date with their COVID vaccination.