Community Coordinator

6 months ago

Wollongong, Australia Cancer Council SA Full time

At Cancer Council NSW we're here for life. We're Australia's leading cancer organisation dedicated to protecting every precious moment. And when it comes to working with us, **we're here for meaningful careers that feel good.**

**About us**

Cancer Council NSW (CCNSW) is a community funded and focused not for profit. We are the largest cancer charity in NSW and our point of difference is that we work across every area of every cancer, from research right through to support.

Nothing feels better than doing work you care about. At CCNSW, we totally get it. As Australia's leading organisation supporting all people impacted by all cancers, we understand how good it feels to make a difference. And, with almost 1 in 2 Australians affected by cancer during their lifetime, by joining the passionate team at CCNSW you'll feel good knowing the work you're doing will positively impact people in your life and Australia.

Together, we will work towards our goal of a cancer free future, while at the same time encouraging you to get the most out of your life with a supportive environment anchored in flexibility, physical and mental wellbeing to bring out the best of what makes you uniquely you. **CCNSW we're here for meaningful careers that feel good.**

**About the team**

This position sits within the Cancer Prevention & Advocacy Division (CPA) of Cancer Council, which leads the organisation's work in cancer prevention, screening, policy and advocacy, to reduce smoking, improve sun protection behaviours, increase the proportion of people that are a healthy weight, reduce harmful levels of alcohol consumption and improve screening program participation. We work closely with the NSW government and community to advocate for change to address key issues in cancer prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment and care.

**About the role**

Reporting to the Lead, Community this role is responsible for identifying and engaging key community stakeholders to foster a conversation between communities and CCNSW, build sustainable relationships and ultimately improve cancer outcomes through the implementation of effective research, prevention, advocacy, information and support services.

This role requires excellent relationship management skills, experience in community engagement and an ability to gather and use community insights, data and public health information to improve cancer outcomes. The Community Coordinator will work closely with the broader local team to unite community and build trust through our visible and relevant presence.

This role is a full time permanent position, working hybrid from our Wollongong office and home.

**Key responsibilities of the role**:

- Identify, build and maintain relationships with key community stakeholders to effectively gather and utilise community insights to implement Cancer Council programs
- Deliver, monitor, report and contribute to the evaluation of Cancer Council programs
- Collaborate with key community and internal stakeholders to identify and address gaps in service provision and opportunities to improve cancer outcomes aligned to organisational
- Recruit, coach and manage volunteers to support Cancer Council in the implementation of programs and services.
- Build and maintain effective working relationships with key roles across CPA and other divisions within the organisation.
- Inspire volunteers through recognition and learning and development
- Include supporters and key community stakeholders in CC engagement, learning and development and fundraising
- Collaborate with local team and key internal stakeholders to integrate impact of Cancer Council programs and services into fundraising
- Identify opportunities to respectfully capture and tell stories of Cancer Council impact in local communities.

**About you**

Essential
- Tertiary qualifications in health, public health or similar
- A sound understanding of relationship management, community engagement and the ability to translate this into an achievable way of working
- Demonstrated ability to engage and develop strong and effective relationships with health and community care professionals, government and non-government organisations, community groups and volunteers
- Demonstrated understanding of the effects of cancer on individuals and families.
- Ability to work calmly under pressure, work to tight deadlines and manage competing priorities
- Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
- Experience in the development and delivery of training programs and course materials.
- Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a high performing team
- Visible enthusiasm and passion for Cancer Council NSW's vision and values
- Availability for and willingness to travel in and work with all communities across NSW
- Work flexible hours (including weekends and evenings)
- Class C driver's license

Desirable
- Demonstrated understanding of working with priority populations
- Experience in de

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