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

A unique opportunity exists for a Community Engagement Coordinator to work in our Cancer Prevention & Research Division. Reporting to the Alcohol Program Manager, you will be responsible for coordinating community engagement strategies under the Increasing Healthy Eating and Preventing Harm from Alcohol projects.

Based in Subiaco, this position is full-time and fixed-term until July 2027.

What you’ll be doing:

• Developing approaches to support community voices to contribute to our public health advocacy objectives for increasing healthy eating and preventing harm from alcohol.
• Identifying and engaging community advocates who support our priorities for increasing healthy eating and preventing harm from alcohol.  
• Developing resources to support community members to respond to issues of concern (e.g. guides, training materials).
• Engaging with stakeholders who work closely with communities to protect community health and wellbeing (e.g. local governments, partner organisations).
• Represent Cancer Council WA at meetings, seminars and other events.

About you

• A tertiary qualification in a health-related field, community services or related discipline.
• At least 3 years’ experience in public health, health promotion or social services community engagement.
• Demonstrated experience in building and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Experience in preparing written documents for diverse audiences.
• Knowledge and understanding of obesity prevention and alcohol harm prevention issues and policy is desirable.
• Proficient in Microsoft suite products and referencing software.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• 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 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.