Project Officer

Project Officer - Cancer Hub

Join Canteen and help change the lives of young people impacted by Cancer.

• Bring your Project skills to a leading not-for-profit and love what you do
• Based in Sydney, Brisbane, Hobart, Melbourne or Adelaide (hybrid work available).
• Maximum-term contract to 30 June 2026, 0.8FTE
• $85-$89k + super and benefits

Our commitment

Cancer doesn't discriminate and neither do we. Canteen welcomes people with diverse sexualities, gender identities and intersex variations and from all cultures, backgrounds and abilities. We believe that diversity in all its forms is a strength and are committed to working towards being an organisation that is inclusive of all individuals, so we can create a more vibrant and innovative culture. Canteen acknowledges Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples as sovereign custodians of this land. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging. Canteen is committed to the safety and wellbeing of children and people of all ages.

About us

Canteen is all about supporting young people and their families affected by cancer. Founded by young cancer patients, we offer programs and resources that truly make a difference for 12-25 year-olds facing their own diagnosis, supporting a loved one, or grieving. Together, we believe our team can create real change.

Canteen, Camp Quality and Redkite (Alliance Partners) are working together to provide Cancer Hub – a digital hub to help families impacted by cancer more easily access the practical and emotional support they need, when they need it.

We are now seeking a Project Officer , who will play a pivotal role in contributing to the successful planning, coordination, and delivery of projects across Cancer Hub, including initiatives related to the Alliance.This role offers an opportunity make a real impact within Cancer Hub and be part of an organisation that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

About our benefits

We connect, we empower, we challenge, and we are real. These values ground the way we work at Canteen, and underpin a culture that brings people together in an inspiring and positive way. Find out more on our LinkedIn Life Page.

• Base Salary + Superannuation + Not-For-Profit Salary Packaging (up to $18,550 of your salary tax-free).
• 5 Weeks Annual Leave (FTE % leave loading + pay during our annual office closure week.
• Early access to long service leave
• Learning & Development opportunities.

About our role

As a Project Officer, you will support the planning, coordination, and delivery of projects across Cancer Hub, including initiatives related to the Alliance. Working closely with the Project Manager – Cancer Hub and the Head of Cancer Hub, you will support the leadership team in delivering key priorities. This role involves collaborating across Cancer Hub and the national service delivery team to progress projects that support Cancer Hub's services and accreditation activities. You will play an important role in supporting the effective delivery of projects and aligning with national frameworks and the strategic and operational objectives of the service.

You will have experience providing project support, including report and procedural document writing, preferably within clinical, allied health or other psychosocial contexts. Additionally, you will be proactive, an analytical and creative thinker, and be able to work independently on delivering high quality project outputs on time and budget.

This role has a focus on continuous improvement to enhance the service experience of children, young people and families impacted by cancer, including improving access for priority population groups. This role will also provide support for the re-accreditation of services through the National Safety and Quality Digital Mental Health Standards.

About You

• Relevant tertiary qualification (certificate, diploma or degree) in fields such as project management, diversity and inclusion, social work, public policy, public health/health promotion, community services (desirable).
• You will have at least 2 years of experience working in a project role across any industry, or demonstrated experience contributing to policy related project work within a service delivery environment.
• Demonstrated experience contributing to projects with positive outcomes, including developing project plans, change management plans, and working within a project management framework.
• Demonstrated ability to work across multiple tasks and projects, prioritise workload and meet deadlines.
• Organisation and time management skills.
• Experience in building collaborative relationships with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (telephone, verbal and written) and report writing skills with the ability to convey information and ideas in a clear, logical, and concise manner.
• Demonstrated understanding of the challenges impacting young people living with cancer.
• Display ability to review and analyse situations, procedures and systems and to recommend changes where appropriate.
• Ability to think analytically, creatively and innovatively.
• A proactive and positive attitude with a willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
• You bring enthusiasm, integrity, and adaptability to your work, with strong attention to detail and initiative.
• A warm, compassionate, and friendly approach to supporting our young people.

Applications close on 19th October If you're passionate about what you do and are ready to make a difference, apply now. We'll review applications regularly. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Employment Expectations

To ensure an ongoing commitment to the success of Canteen, all applications must be able to:

• Successfully complete and maintain a current National Police Check and Working with Child Check relevant to the individual's state jurisdiction.
• Undergo an extensive screening process prior to appointment to guarantee the safety of all Canteen's stakeholders.
• Provide at least two direct referees to ensure a successful reference check is completed.
• Provide relevant copies of professional qualification/s stated on the application.