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 Project Officer to support the implementation of the Make Smoking History campaign and contribute to improving tobacco control and cancer prevention in Western Australia.

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

What you’ll be doing:

• Liaising with key stakeholders to support the implementation of the campaign and projects.
• Coordinating and maintaining website and social media content.
• Assisting with the preparation of campaign briefs for creative and media agencies.
• Maintaining and reporting on the current status of all project activities and responding to any enquiries.
• Continuously monitor and analyse the project process and identify areas for growth and development.
• Assisting in the collection and analysis of data for evaluation.
• Develop submissions and resources as requested and ensure they are distributed.
• Developing and maintaining effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A tertiary qualification in a health related or community services profession
• Experience in project coordination including planning, implementation and evaluation
• Knowledge of Cancer Control issues in Western Australia is desirable
• Knowledge of social marketing and behaviour change techniques is desirable
• Experience in stakeholder engagement
• High level proficiency in the use of software applications, including Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Powerpoint
• High level of verbal and written communication skills
• High level of attention to detail, organisational and time management skills (resourceful, proactive, initiative) and the ability to meet competing and tight deadlines
• Work unsupervised and within a team environment
• Proven confidentiality
• 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 Friday 19 January should be addressed to: Make Smoking History 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.