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’re looking for a Cancer Screening Project Officer to join our Cancer Education and Screening team.

In this role, you will be responsible for supporting the development, implementation and evaluation of the Bowel Cancer Screening Education and Promotion (BCSP) project, as well as the broader objectives of promoting and providing education to consumers on the other national cancer screening programs as well as symptom awareness for the early detection of cancer.

This role requires strong public-speaking skills and will be expected to present, hold discussions and facilitate engagement with community groups.

Based in Subiaco, this position is part-time (0.5 FTE) with some flexibility to spread work hours across the week. The position also includes occasional out of hours work. This position is fixed-term until February 2026.

What you’ll be doing:

• Supporting and/or coordinating the planning, development, implementation and evaluation of BCSP activities, including campaigns, community presentations and outreach work.
• Providing project and resource development support to BCSP and the broader Cancer Education and Screening team.
• Continuously monitoring and analysing the project process and status of activities.
• Work with project coordinator(s) to identify areas for growth and development.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Representing Cancer Council WA at appropriate meetings, seminars and other events (including outside of usual business hours).

About you

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A tertiary qualification in health, health promotion, public health, education or allied health
• Demonstrated 2+ years’ experience in a project role
• Previous experience in education activity/event coordinator inclusive of planning, delivery and stakeholder engagement
• Strong verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills
• Proven organisational skills, with strong attention to detail
• Presentation skills
• Ability and willingness to work independently and demonstrate a high level of initiative
• Knowledge of cancer control/or cancer care issues (desirable)
• Understanding of the Western Australian health system (desirable)
• 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 8 January should be addressed to: Cancer Education & Screening 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.

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.

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.