• Be a part of Australia’s most trusted cancer Not-for-Profit organisation
• Utilise your exceptional writing skills to develop communications for Quit, the most iconic smoking and vaping cessation program in Australia
• Enjoy a flexible, supportive environment that incorporates hybrid working from home and our centrally located office on Victoria Parade, East Melbourne
• Work as part of a values-led, collaborative team
• Ongoing, part-time role (0.6FTE)

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.

DIVISION SUMMARY

The Prevention Division aims to prevent cancer for all Victorians. This is done through community interventions, mass media, advocacy, training 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 reduce cancer risk. We prioritise health inequalities, especially in relation to Aboriginal people, and in culturally diverse and socio-economically disadvantaged communities.

UNIT SUMMARY

The Quit program is a joint initiative of Cancer Council Victoria, the Department of Health and VicHealth. Quit’s purpose is to end the devastating impact of tobacco and vapes on Victorian people and communities. The Quit program has been provided with funding from the Commonwealth Government to create a National Quit™ Cessation Platform, a national digital hub to support people who smoke and/or vape to quit.

About your opportunity

We are seeking a part-time Communications Advisor to join the Quit Program in the Prevention Division. Reporting to the Senior Communications & Engagement Advisor, your role is to:

• Contribute to Quit program activity, providing advice on the most effective communications channels and messaging.
• Project manage select Quit program communication initiatives, developing project plans, coordinating activities, internal working groups and stakeholders to ensure initiatives are delivered on time and on budget.
• Provide strategic advice to program managers and the marketing and communications team to ensure Cancer Council Victoria’s programs are considering and implementing appropriately targeted activities to engage priority communities.
• Produce clear, engaging, and accurate communications that position quit.org.au as Australia’s leading national cessation resource.

All about you

We are looking for someone with:

• A tertiary degree in communications, public relations or other relevant discipline. 
• Substantial experience in planning and implementing integrated multi-faceted media and communication strategies / campaigns including public relations, digital, print and issues management. 
• Substantial experience in delivering health messages / campaigns to priority communities such as culturally and linguistically diverse, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities, LGBTIQ and people with a disability.  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present information, simply and clearly to a range of audiences. 

What we can offer you

• Base salary of $86,154 to $95,158 p.a. (dependant on experience, pro rata for part time) plus 11.5% superannuation
• Salary packaging benefits of $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 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 any questions contact Natalie Filmer on Natalie.Filmer@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: 28 February 2025 at 11:59pm, with all interviews to take place after the closing date.

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.