About Us

For 60 years, Cancer Council Queensland’s pioneering work has helped save thousands of lives and improve the quality of life for people living with cancer. Our mission is to reduce the burden of cancer.

Cancer Council Queensland raises funds that are dedicated to improving the quality of life for people living with cancer, through research, patient care, prevention and early detection. We support the cancer community with integrity, agility, and a deep sense of belonging.

We are dynamic, outcome-focused, responsive to community needs, and committed to voluntarism and the pursuit of excellence. Cancer Council Queensland employees and volunteers support the cancer community with integrity, agility and a deep sense of belonging. Each day we are committed to working towards our vision for a cancer free future.

Working at Cancer Council Queensland

Our greatest asset is our diverse team of talented, savvy people. Our awesome employees and volunteers tell us that working for Cancer Council Queensland to be meaningful, rewarding and fun place to work.

We love to recognise and reward our team of superstars with many employee benefits such as extra paid days off. We aim to provide a positive and supportive working environment where you will be a valued team member.

About the role

Cancer Council Queensland is looking for two Reception and Administration Coordinators to join our team.

The Reception and Administration Coordinators will be responsible for managing the front desk reception area and switchboard for Cancer Council Queensland. Providing customer service excellence by being the vital first contact visitors and service users make with the Cancer Council Queensland either in person or by telephone.

The roles will also provide high level administration support to the General Managers of Cancer Council Queensland.

These roles are Permanent, Part-Time, 30 hours per week Monday to Friday with the option of a morning or afternoon shift.

About you

To be successful in this role you will provide an exceptional level of customer service both in person and over the phone as well as ensure the smooth running of the “front-of-house” and administration functions for Cancer Council Queensland.

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Skills

Essential Skills:

• 3 years Administration experience
• Office administration, team support and general administration multi-tasking skills
• Confidence in liaising with both internal and external stakeholders at all levels
• Strong team spirit and a flexible approach to work
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Excellent telephone manner
• Excellent personal presentation
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Desirable Skills:

• Administration experience in a not for profit, medical or professional services environment
• Reception experience.

Benefits

Cancer Council Queensland has a collaborative, energetic, and supportive team culture, contributing to meaningful work with a tangible impact. By celebrating and fostering our individual strengths, we take on more challenging work. In turn, we lead more balanced, exciting and fulfilling lives. Our growing Non-for-Profit organisation offers employees:

• ATO-Approved Salary Packaging up to the value of $18,549 per Fringe Benefit Tax year.
• Annual Leave Loading– 17.50%
• Recognition and Rewards Program
• Two paid Wellbeing days per year
• One paid ‘Thank you’ day at the end of the year
• Professional Development Allowance
• Corporate social events (such as bring your dog to work day)
• Team events, employee connectivity and Healthy Workplace Activities
• Cancer Council Retail shop discount

How to apply

Applications, including a current resume and cover letter, are required and should be addressed to:

People (Employment) Team
Cancer Council Queensland

For your application to be considered, it is recommended that the following documentation is attached with your application:

• Cover letter – Your cover letter should clearly indicate the position you are applying for and give a brief summary of your motivations for applying and your relevant skills and experience.
• Current Resume – Your resume should include your contact details, work experience, educational background and professional development.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their application as early as possible as Cancer Council Queensland reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.

The successful applicant will be required to conduct a current National Police Certificate.

Please be advised, CCQ has mandated COVID-19 Vaccinations from the 15th of December 2021 for all CCQ employees as per the ‘Workers in a healthcare setting (COVID-19 Vaccination Requirements) Direction’, issued by Queensland’s Chief Health Officer. To be considered for this role, you will need to provide visual evidence in the interview process which shows you are fully vaccinated for COVID-19.

Cancer Council Queensland will contribute to equality and reconciliation by encouraging applications and enquiries for employment opportunities from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.