Program Officer- Achievement Program And Vic Kids Eat Well (Prev.224)

• Help to support early childhood services, schools, and workplaces to embed a whole-of-organisation approach to health and wellbeing.
• Be a part of Australia’s most trusted cancer ‘Not for Profit’ organisation
• Flexible, supportive environment
• Part time (0.4 FTE) ongoing
• Hybrid working environment combining working from home and in the office located on Victoria Parade, East Melbourne.

Since our establishment in 1936, Cancer Council Victoria has developed an international reputation for our innovative work in cancer research, prevention and support. As an independent, not-for-profit organisation, we play a leading role in reducing the impact of all cancers on all people.

The Prevention Division aims to reduce the risk of cancer in the Victorian population through social marketing, advocacy, professional education and providing policy advice based on the best available evidence. This involves action to affect individual behaviours and the broader physical and legislative environment to support health and wellbeing.  

We are seeking a Program Officer – Achievement Program & Vic Kids Eat Well to join the Prevention Division. Reporting to the Program and Workforce Coordinator your role is to:

• Provide advice and support to members, through high-quality, proactive and responsive phone and email assistance.
• Develop and maintain relationships with program members to support the implementation of program initiatives and activities.
• Assist in the review and development of resources to engage organisations in program activities and ensure currency.
• Utilise and support the maintenance of program databases and information systems. 
• Oversee a range of general program support activities.

We are looking for someone with:

• An advanced diploma (or higher qualification) in health promotion, public health, social sciences OR a related discipline
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in supporting and implementing public health projects, programs or policy.
• Sound understanding of settings-based health promotion principles.
• Excellent relationship and communication skills, particularly in communicating health promotion practice to an education audience.
• Strong organisation skills, with an ability to work autonomously and the proven ability to meet deadlines. 
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite.

• Full time base salary of $69,090 to $76,464 p.a. (dependant on experience, pro rata for part time) plus 11% superannuation
• Salary packaging benefits of up to $15,900 plus meals/entertainment $2,650 p.a. https://www.accesspay.com.au/employee/what-is-salary-packaging/
• Novated car leasing
• Salary sacrifice
• 17.5% leave loading
• Flexible working arrangements including working from home options to support excellent work-life balance
• Cultural leave of up to 5 days paid
• 12 weeks paid parental leave and up to 12 months unpaid leave
• A comprehensive employee assistance program
• A range of wellness initiatives such as flu vaccination, mental and general well-being support, and discounted health insurance
• A range of personal and professional development initiatives such as study support, in-house, external, and on-line learning options as well as the opportunity to apply for scholarships
• The opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of those affected by cancer

To apply for this opportunity, visit http://www.cancervic.org.au/about/careers/job-opportunities to download a Position Description and upload your Resume and Cover Letter. Ensure that your cover letter addresses the Key Selection Criteria detailed within the Position Description. For more information contact Dimity Gannon at *************@cancervic.org.au

Cancer Council will only contact applicants that are shortlisted for interview. We are also unable to respond to recruitment agency enquiries.

All offers of employment will be made subject to satisfactory completion of employment checks including evidence of right to work in Australia, a National Police Check and a Working with Children Check (as required).

Applications close: 24 June 2024 at 11:59pm.

Cancer Council Victoria is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cancer Council Victoria is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, all applicants will be considered for employment. We encourage all people to apply including people who are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, identify as LGBTIQA+, have a disability, or are part of our culturally and linguistically diverse communities.