Community Fundraising Specialist

• Parental Leave Cover – ending January 2027

Cancer Council NSW is Australia's leading cancer organisation, and our vision is to change the path of cancer and make sure no one walks alone. We are dedicated to meaningful careers where you will not only change the lives and futures of people affected by cancer, but you will work in a multi-award awarding winning culturally connected environment.

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.

At CCNSW we understand that nothing feels better than doing work you really care about. As Australia's leading organisation supporting all people impacted by all cancers, we understand how good it feels to make a difference. We know that almost 1 in 2 Australians are affected by cancer during their lifetime, by joining the passionate team at CCNSW you'll know that each day 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 Marketing & Fundraising Division (M&F) of Cancer Council. The Community Fundraising unit works at a grassroots level to engage communities and form sustainable relationships, to ensure growth and sustainability of our fundraising portfolio.

About the role

Are you an allrounder who thrives on events, fundraising & community engagement? Reporting to the Community Fundraising Lead this role is responsible for identifying and engaging supporters and community stakeholders, as well as delivering fundraising events to achieve sustainable community fundraising outcomes. The Community Fundraising Specialist will work closely with the broader local team to ensure our visible and relevant presence in community and build sustainable relationships to raise funds to improve cancer outcomes. While this role is primarily located at our Cancer Council Wollongong office, some travel will be required to support surrounding communities.

This will be a parental leave cover, ending in January 2027.

Key responsibilities of the role

• Manage and deliver community fundraising events (incl. budgeting, planning and delivery) such as Illawarra Relay For Life and Stars of Nowra
• Identify, build and maintain relationships with supporters and key community stakeholders to effectively deliver community fundraising initiatives.
• Support the development of and locally execute operational plans to optimise community fundraising and supporter experience.
• Monitor local supporter and community fundraising insights to ensure effective and efficient response to challenges and opportunities.
• Adhere to licensing requirements, risk assessment and financial procedures, issues management policy and other organisational policies and procedures.
• Collaborate with local team and key internal stakeholders to integrate impact of Cancer Council programs and services into fundraising initiatives.
• Build and maintain effective working relationships with key roles across M&F and other divisions within the organisation.
• Recruit, coach and manage volunteers to support Cancer Council in the delivery of community fundraising initiatives.
• Inspire volunteers through recognition and learning and development opportunities.
• Include supporters and key community stakeholders in CC engagement, learning and development and fundraising initiatives/opportunities.
• Identify opportunities to respectfully capture and tell stories of Cancer Council impact in local communities.
• Perform specific operational tasks related to facilities management, fleet management, Work Health & Safety and/or risk & compliance as requested from time to time by the Finance, Strategy & Operations & People & Communications Division to support the safe and efficient operation of the office location, fleet vehicles, and/or other assets or services.

About you

Essential

• Experience in event management
• Demonstrated fundraising experience or experience raising revenue
• A sound understanding of relationship management and community engagement
• Ability to provide high level customer service experience
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and negotiation skills
• Well-developed organisation and project management skills
• Financial acumen and ability to manage community fundraising campaign budgets
• Experience in working effectively with volunteers, committees and/or community groups
• Ability to work calmly under pressure, work to tight deadlines and manage competing priorities across multiple teams
• Ability to work as part of a team as well as undertake self-directed work
• High level computer literacy in Microsoft Office
• 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

• Experience in developing the public profile of community-based fundraising initiatives
• Understanding of, and commitment to, the charitable sector
• Demonstrated understanding of working with priority populations

About the benefits

• Generous salary packaging options that can increase your take home pay by paying certain expenses using pre-tax dollars up to $15,900 a year.
• Recognised for Voice Project's 2021 and 2023 "Best Workplace" Award.
• A balanced organisational approach to WFH and office
• Additional performance-based leave available.
• Work for purpose and know that your work fosters an engaged, diverse and culturally aware organisation.
• Discounts available for everyday expenses such as private health, retail and fitness

CCNSW is an inclusive place to volunteer and work. We embrace diversity, celebrate our differences, and inspire each person to be their authentic self at work. As we strive to represent the communities we serve, we welcome and actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and other diverse groups.

If you require any adjustments to submit your application, please get in touch with us at

Apply online by visiting our website directly, copying the following link then click on the role title and submit your cover letter and resume.

Applications Close: Tuesday 25th November 2025