• Support the health and wellbeing of children and young people in Victoria
• Be a part of Australia’s most trusted cancer Not-for-Profit organisation 
• Full time, fixed term position until 31 December 2026
• Hybrid working environment, working from home, and East Melbourne office
• Flexible, supportive environment

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 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.

This is achieved through the delivery of public health programs relating to tobacco control (Quit Victoria), obesity prevention (LiveLighter, Food for Health Alliance, Rethink Sugary Drink), sun protection (SunSmart, World Health Organisation Collaborative Centre for UV), cancer screening (bowel, breast and cervical), immunisation, (HPV, hepatitis B) alcohol and organisational change (Achievement Program, Vic Kids Eat Well)

About your opportunity

We are seeking a Program Officer – Achievement Program & Vic Kids Eat Well to join the Prevention Division. Reporting to the Healthy Communities and Nutrition Manager your role is to:

• Support the implementation of activities across the Achievement Program and Vic Kids Eat Well to create health promoting environments.
• Provide advice and support to members, through high-quality, proactive and responsive phone and email assistance.
• Process applications for health priority area recognition and Vic Kids Eat Well bites and provide feedback to members.
• Assist in the review and development of resources to engage organisations in program activities and ensure currency.
• Utilise and support the maintenance of program databases and information systems. 
• Oversee a range of general program support activities.

All about you

We are looking for someone with:

• An advanced diploma (or higher qualification) in health promotion, public health, social sciences OR a related discipline
• Demonstrated knowledge and experience in supporting and implementing public health projects, programs or policy.
• Excellent relationship and communication skills, particularly in communicating health promotion practice to an education audience.
• Strong organisation skills, with an ability to work autonomously and the proven ability to meet deadlines. 
• Proficient in the Microsoft Office suite.

What we can offer you

• Base salary of $73,698 to $76,000 p.a. (dependant on experience, pro rata for part time) plus 12% 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 10 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 more information contact Laura Paulsen on (03) 9514 6677 or laura.paulsen@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: 12 November 2025 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.