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addressAddressWoolloomooloo, NSW
type Form of workFull-time
salary Salary$82,100-91,200 per year
CategoryHealthcare

Job description

Cancer Council NSW is Australia's leading cancer organisation and our mission 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
The Skin Cancer Prevention team works to change social environments and individual behaviours to reduce the risk of Skin Cancer and improve the health and wellbeing of people living in NSW. The team does this by providing trustworthy information and helpful resources to increase community understanding of Skin Cancer Prevention, and by developing innovative programs that address some of the main risk factors for Skin Cancer.
The goal of the Skin Cancer Prevention Unit is to reduce the burden of Skin Cancer amongst the general population by encouraging good sun protection practices that reduce overexposure to UV radiation. Priority target groups are children, adolescents and men over 40 years old. We focus on changing the behaviour of populations at risk, influencing key settings to adopt sun safe policies and practices, and by addressing policy issues that impact on Skin Cancer and sun safety.
About the role:
The key purpose of this role is to develop, implement and evaluate key sun protection programs and initiatives targeting children, adolescents and young adults in the education setting to reduce Skin Cancer in the NSW community. The position plays an important role in understanding the evidence, developing and disseminating strategic communications and programs of work to deepen engagement with, and influence, key internal and external audiences and stakeholders. The role will also support the strategic development, governance and implementation of new programs of work, and requires the synthesising literature and evidence to identify evidence gaps and opportunities that can inform strategic project planning and management.
The position also plays a lead role in supporting our organisation-wide commitment to the mission of Skin Cancer Prevention and to promote sun safety to the communities we serve. A key priority area is to support the development and implementation of an enhanced SunSmart Program.
Key responsibilities of the role:
Project planning

  • Develop and maintain an up-to-date and expert knowledge of best practice Skin Cancer Prevention.
  • Review and synthesise existing literature and evidence to inform project planning, including conducting literature reviews, providing written environmental scan reports and consulting with key stakeholders.
  • Support the scoping of new evidence-based strategic approaches to Skin Cancer Prevention program and policy initiatives.
Project management
  • Lead the ongoing management, planning and implementation of the SunSmart Program, including strategic thinking, the review and development of program content, contract management, ethics applications and strategic engagement with key stakeholders and community organisations.
  • Support program and evaluation planning including ongoing monitoring and reporting, quality assurance and improvement to ensure program effectiveness and sustainability.
  • Support the scoping implementation of information technology projects designed to increase the efficiency of Skin Cancer Prevention Programs.
Communication
  • Develop and deliver strategic content, through various communication channels to regularly update, coordinate and increase engagement with key stakeholders.
  • Coordinate the development, production and dissemination of communications materials including resources, electronic and hard copy newsletters, web-copy and other material as required.
General
  • Sharing responsibility of the administration processes for all Skin Cancer Prevention Programs
  • Manage and support volunteers and student interns as required.
About you
Essential:
  • Tertiary qualifications in health promotion, education and/or related area.
  • Demonstrated work experience in public health, health promotion and/or community organisations.
  • Demonstrated ability in strategic planning, project management and program implementation in the health sector.
  • Demonstrated ability to engage and influence internal and external stakeholders to achieve project goals.
  • Conceptual thinking and attention to detail.
  • High level of computer competence, database experience and ability to analyse data.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Ability to think innovatively and demonstrate initiative.
  • Demonstrated skills working as part of a team as well as working independently.
  • Ability to provide monitoring and evaluation data that meets strategic reporting requirements.
  • Ability to critically appraise, interpret and translate evidence into practice.
Desirable:
  • Knowledge of Skin Cancer Prevention and health promotion strategies and delivery approaches.
  • Experience or training in community organisations such as childcare or the school sector.
  • Community engagement experience.
  • Communications and marketing experience.
  • Experience using WordPress and/or SharePoint.
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
Apply online by visiting our website directly, copying the following link 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.
Refer code: 1404070. Cancer Council Nws - The previous day - 2024-02-01 05:07

Cancer Council Nws

Woolloomooloo, NSW
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