About Cancer Council WA

Cancer Council WA is Western Australia’s leading cancer charity, working across every aspect of every cancer. We know that tackling cancer takes all of us. Together, we support families affected by cancer when they need it most, speak out on behalf of the community on cancer issues, empower people to reduce their cancer risk, and find new ways to better detect and treat cancer. With your help, we’re getting closer to a future without cancer. It’s all of us against cancer.

The opportunity

We have an exciting opportunity for a Communications Coordinator to join our Food & Movement Programs team.

This position supports the implementation of the LiveLighter program and campaigns by developing, implementing and evaluating the social media strategy, including producing high-quality content for social media platforms.

Based in Subiaco, this position is full-time and fixed term until 30 June 2025.

What you’ll be doing:

• Support the LiveLighter campaign and program through the development and implementation of a social media strategy.
• Undertake evaluation to measure the reach and engagement of social media activities.
• Coordinate social media scheduling and planning with partner agencies.
• Produce content for external platforms and channels including social media, media and public relations, campaigns, and data-driven communications.
• Liaise with the CCWA media team, agencies and key stakeholders to initiate opportunities to amplify LiveLighter social media and unpaid media activity.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external users.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A tertiary qualification in marketing, communications, health or other related field
• Sound knowledge of public health issues in WA will be well regarded
• Minimum 3 years’ experience in developing and delivering a social media strategy using relevant digital platforms that supports a broader campaign/brand
• Experience in coordinating stakeholders to amplify campaign content and increase engagement
• Strong multimedia/content creation skills including photography, videography and editing
• Experience in using digital platforms to create social media assets, Google Analytics and other digital measurement tools
• Ability to translate health information and research into consumer language
• 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 30 September should be addressed to: Food & Movement Programs 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.

Previous applicants need not apply.

For more information about the role, the Position Description can be found on our Careers website.

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.