Project Coordinator, Tobacco Cessation

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.
This position can be located at the following CCNSW offices : Woolloomooloo, Byron Bay, Kotara, Erina, Orange, Parramatta, Tamworth, and Wagga Wagga.

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

The Cancer Prevention and Advocacy Division leads the organisation's work in health promotion and cancer prevention, helping Australians make well informed choices to decrease their risk of cancer; and to create a supportive environment where healthy choices are easier choices.

Smoking remains the leading cause of preventable death and disease in Australia and there are vast differences in smoking rates among different groups in our community.  The Tobacco Control Unit works to reduce disparities in smoking prevalence between disadvantaged populations and the general population; reduce exposure to second-hand smoke; and control the supply of tobacco products, other nicotine delivery devices and any products that influence smoking.

About the role:

The key purpose of this role is to develop, implement and evaluate projects to support Tobacco Cessation programs, policy and environmental changes, and advocacy campaigns and to support strategic development and planning of existing and new programs of work.

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Develop and maintain an up-to-date and expert knowledge of tobacco control and cessation issues.
• Scope, develop and implement research, policy and/or communication projects to strengthen the evidence-base for tobacco control programs and to support tobacco control advocacy campaigns.
• Research and assist in providing advice/briefings - both written and verbal - to Cancer Council management and other key stakeholders on the meaning and implications of legislation, regulations and litigation, and proposed and introduced legislative and regulatory developments in the area of tobacco control and cessation.
• Contribute to drafting reports and publishable journal articles relating to tobacco control programs and policy research.
• Contribute to drafting persuasive submissions and position statements about a range of tobacco-related legal, regulatory, policy and program issues for government, law enforcement agencies and regulators and for use by other key stakeholders.
• Coordinate cross-organisational project teams to ensure actions are planned and executed in a timely manner.
• Liaise with key stakeholders, including other Cancer Councils, government agencies, researchers, public health organisations, community services and legal practitioners, to encourage partnerships and/or support for Cancer Council NSW's tobacco control strategies.
• Provide technical and general information - both written and verbal - to health professionals, public health and community service organisations, and the community through reviews, briefings, seminar and conference presentations, other addresses, published journal articles, website information and social marketing strategies.
• In conjunction with Cancer Council NSW's Policy and Advocacy Unit, support the development, implementation and evaluation of tobacco control advocacy campaigns by reviewing and summarising existing legal and scientific evidence, generating new evidence, contributing to campaign activities and conducting evaluations of state and local tobacco-related legal, regulatory and policy interventions.
• In conjunction with the Evaluation Unit, assist the development of evaluation plans to assess the impact and effectiveness of Cancer Council NSW's tobacco control and cessation initiatives.
• Prepare submissions to secure funding for Cancer Council NSW's tobacco control initiatives.
• Manage and support volunteers and student interns to increase the Tobacco Control Unit's capacity.
• Contribute to the strategic and operational plans of the Tobacco Control Unit.

About you

Essential:

• Tertiary qualifications in public health, legal or policy discipline or related experience.
• Demonstrated understanding of tobacco control issues, Tobacco Cessation and behaviour change principles.
• Effective project management skills.
• Experience in research and/or program development, including specification of objectives, and delivery or implementation strategies including evaluation of processes, impacts and outcomes of public health interventions or policies.
• Critical appraisal skills, including the ability to interpret and translate evidence and data sets into program and policy advice.
• Quantitative and qualitative research skills, including report writing and statistical analysis.
• Ability to communicate complex scientific and/or legal issues in simple form to technical and non-technical audiences, and to deliver effective verbal presentations.
• Experience in planning and managing advocacy campaigns.
• High level written and oral communication skills.
• Demonstrated initiative, ability to manage projects with tight deadlines and competing demands.
• High level computer competency, particularly with word processing, spreadsheets and databases.
• Demonstrated skills in working as part of a team as well as undertake self-directed work.

Desirable:

• Demonstrated interest in social justice and working with/advocating for priority populations.
• Understanding of implementation strategies and/or organisational change frameworks.
• Understanding of cancer epidemiology.

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.
• Access to flexible work arrangements including a balanced 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 careers@nswcc.org.au 

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

Please note, the health and safety of our people is a priority for us, our employees and volunteers are strongly recommended to be up to date with their COVID vaccination.