• Wonderful opportunity to lead Cancer Council Victoria’s internal communications strategy
• Be a part of Australia’s most trusted cancer ‘Not for Profit’ organisation
• Part time 0.8 position – flexible work from office/home

About your environment

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 Fundraising and Communications Division is responsible for ensuring Cancer Council maintains a visible, engaging presence in the community; and to inspire support from Victorians to help fund our life-saving work.

The Brand, Communications and Marketing Unit works across multiple channels and campaigns, to deliver innovative, omni-channel, impactful marketing and communications activities. This drives employee, supporter, consumer and public engagement, fundraising outcomes and understanding of the Cancer Council Victoria brand. 

The unit works in partnership with multiple internal stakeholders to achieve strategic outcomes and ensure that Cancer Council Victoria delivers consistent brand messaging and experience for our many audiences across all our touchpoints.  

About your opportunity

We are seeking a Corporate Communications Lead to join the Brand, Communications and Marketing Division. Reporting to the Marketing Operations Manager, your role is to:

• Lead the development and delivery of cancer Council Victoria’s internal communications strategy.
• Be the eyes, ears and voice of the organisation, connecting employees with the right information at the right time
• Work closely with the CEO and other internal stakeholders to ensure effective strategic internal communications.
• Reach and engage our highly motivated employees, sharing appropriate messaging, stories and assets, supporting them to be Cancer Council advocates.

All about you

We are looking for someone with:

• Relevant tertiary qualification in communications, journalism or a related field
• Demonstrated experience in implementing an organisation-wide communications strategy
• Proven engaging copywriting and editing experience including long and short copy, publications, speeches, web copy and articles
• Strong interview skills and the ability to manage sensitive conversations with discretion
• Demonstrated written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate complex scientific information into compelling communications for all audiences
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to influence, develop and maintain strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Proven capacity to introduce and embed new ideas and approaches into existing working practices, together with a strong ability to adapt to change
• Results focussed with the ability to manage a broad workload, focus on the big picture and meet deadlines

What we can offer you

• A base salary up to $84,872 pa, commensurate with experience, plus superannuation and access to a generous not-for-profit salary packaging program (up to $18,550 of your salary tax-free) https://www.accesspay.com.au/employee/what-is-salary-packaging/
• The opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of those affected by cancer
• An opportunity to work in a flexible and supportive workplace, with excellent work-life balance and opportunities for career progression and development

To apply and for more info

To apply for this opportunity, 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 Danielle Chidlow at danielle.chidlow@cancervic.org.au

Cancer Council will only make contact with 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

Applications close 12 August 2022

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 regardless of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability status. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

Cancer Council Victoria has a strong commitment to the safety, wellbeing and protection of children and youth. We therefore have robust screening procedures for people who are expected to have contact with children in their roles. This will include criminal record check, Working with Children Check and referee checks.