About Cancer Council WA

At Cancer Council Western Australia, we believe that every day is an opportunity to create a cancer free future. We work with our community to reduce the incidence and impact of cancer, every minute, every hour, every day. We do this through advocacy, research, prevention programs, and providing support to people affected by cancer. It’s all of us against cancer.

The opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for an Alcohol Policy and Research Coordinator to join our Alcohol Programs team. A key focus of this position is supporting the planning and delivery of research projects and translation activities related to preventing harm from alcohol.

Based in Subiaco, this position is part-time (0.7 FTE) and fixed-term until July 2027. Requests for additional hours may be considered, please state your preference within your application.

What you’ll be doing:

• Support commissioned, internally-led and externally-led research projects to inform and progress alcohol policy priorities.
• Lead the development and implementation of plans to support the translation of research into alcohol policy action.
• Conduct audits of advertising on local government assets.
• Proactively engage and maintain relationships with key stakeholders that encourage quality outcomes for alcohol prevention strategies (e.g. external researchers, partner organisations).
• Represent Cancer Council WA at meetings, seminars and other events.

About you

• A tertiary qualification in a health-related field.
• At least 3 years’ experience in developing and delivery of public health research, programs or campaigns.
• Demonstrated experience in building and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products and referencing software.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills, including public speaking and report writing.
• Demonstrated experience and understanding of health research methods will be well-regarded.
• Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the values of Cancer Council WA
• Positive approach to the workplace

Why work for Cancer Council WA?

• A collaborative and supportive team culture
• Access to flexible work arrangements and personal leave options to support your wellbeing
• Access to career growth opportunities, events, and training
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program for personal or work-related circumstances, assistance with career planning, or working through challenging situations
• Benefits of not-for-profit salary packaging and a meal entertainment card.

How to apply for this role

If you feel this is the role for you, then click the “Apply” button without delay. Please include your resume and a cover letter clearly outlining how your skills and experience match the key attributes of the role.

Applications close 5pm 22 July 2024 should be addressed to: Alcohol Program Manager

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

We do not accept applications submitted by agencies.

Cancer Council WA promotes and fosters a working environment that values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTIQ+ and people with disability to apply. So that our People and Culture team can best support your recruitment process, if you have any workplace support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.

With a Reflection RAP, and a commitment to “closing the gap” we encourage Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply. Please state on your application if you identify as being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Cancer Council WA is a not for profit, equal opportunity employer and operates a smoke free working environment.