• Develop and implement social media content to enrich supporter engagement across multiple platforms to service Cancer Council Victoria’s diverse business units
• Be a part of Australia’s most trusted cancer ‘Not for Profit’ organisation
• Flexible, supportive environment
• Full time, ongoing position – 200 Victoria Parade, East Melbourne

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 (FCD) is responsible for ensuring that Cancer Council maintains a visible, engaging presence in the community; and to inspire and activate support from Victorians.

This is achieved through best-practice high volume direct marketing approaches; exceptional relationship management of high value supporters including major donors, charitable foundations, corporate partners and Gifts in Wills supporters; delivery of iconic fundraising events; and product sales and royalties through our retail arm.

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

About your opportunity

We are seeking a Social Media Officer to join the Fundraising and Communications Division. Reporting to the Media Planner, your role is to:

Develop and implement social media content, collaborate on social media strategy, working closely with the Media Planner and Digital Marketing Manager, as well as external agency partners.

• Oversee the implementation of our social channels following best practice guidelines, monitor trends, and look for innovation and testing opportunities
• Brief creative, create content, post org-wide activity, run social listening/scheduling software and help build our influencer program
• Collaborate with and oversee external agencies on strategic and design work; as well as work with internal stakeholders to deliver on various objectives and communication goals.
• Support community management and assist with periodic reporting and analytics.

Working closely with teams across the organisation and beyond, the Social Media Officer is an integral role to the delivery and success of our social presence. The Social Media Officer is collaborative, curious and creative, with a keen eye for great social content – this role will ensure Cancer Council Victoria’s social media presence is engaging and achieves the right tone, in line with our brand.

All about you

We are looking for someone with:

• Diploma in marketing or demonstrated relevant industry experience
• Demonstrated skills, knowledge and experience in developing and implementing content
• Experience in creative briefing, project management and content planning
• Proven organisational and time management skills, including the ability to work autonomously, meet deadlines, manage multiple and often conflicting priorities
• Demonstrated  ability to actively listen, influence and negotiate with stakeholders and become a trusted contributor to campaign teams
• Effective written and oral communication skills

What we can offer you

• A flexible and supportive workplace, with excellent work-life balance and opportunities for career progression and development
• The opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of those affected by cancer

• A base salary of $60,132 to $66,308 (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

To apply and for more info

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 Paige Dore paige.dore@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 (as required).

Applications close: 10 May 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.