Community Coordinator - Parramatta, Australia - Cancer Council SA

Cancer Council SA

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Parramatta, Australia

1 week ago

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Olivia Brown

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Description

About Cancer Council NSW
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.

About the team

This role sits within the Cancer Prevention & Advocacy Division who works at a local level to form sustainable relationships to ensure Cancer Council NSW have a visible and relevant presence in community and can effectively respond to our communities' insights and needs.

About the role

Reporting to the Lead, Community this role is responsible for identifying and engaging key community stakeholders to foster a conversation between communities and CCNSW, build sustainable relationships and ultimately improve cancer outcomes through the implementation of effective research, prevention, advocacy, information and support services.

Key responsibilities:

Identify, build and maintain relationships with key community stakeholders to effectively gather and utilise community insights to implement Cancer Council programs and
Deliver, monitor, report and contribute to the evaluation of Cancer Council programs and
Collaborate with key community and internal stakeholders to identify and address gaps in service provision and opportunities to improve cancer outcomes aligned to organisational
Recruit, coach and manage volunteers to support Cancer Council in the implementation of programs and services.
Inspire volunteers through recognition and learning and development
Include supporters and key community stakeholders in CC engagement, learning and development and fundraising
Collaborate with local team and key internal stakeholders to integrate impact of Cancer Council programs and services into fundraising
Identify opportunities to respectfully capture and tell stories of Cancer Council impact in local

About You

Essential:

Tertiary qualifications in health, public health or similar
A sound understanding of relationship management, community engagement and the ability to translate this into an achievable way of working
Demonstrated ability to engage and develop strong and effective relationships with health and community care professionals, government and nongovernment organisations, community groups and volunteers
Demonstrated understanding of the effects of cancer on individuals and families
Ability to work calmly under pressure, work to tight deadlines and manage competing priorities
Excellent interpersonal, communication and presentation skills
Experience in the development and delivery of training programs and course materials
Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively within a high performing team
Visible enthusiasm and passion for Cancer Council NSW's vision, mission and values
High level computer literacy in Microsoft Office
Availability for and willingness to travel in and work with all communities across NSW
Work flexible hours (including weekends and evenings)
Class C driver's

Desirable:

Demonstrated understanding of working with priority populations
Experience in developing the public profile of a communitybased organisation/program
Understanding of, and commitment to, the charitable

About the Benefits

Work for purpose and know that your work fosters an engaged, diverse and culturally aware organisation.
Access to flexible work arrangements including a balanced approach to WFH and office.
Generous salary packaging options that can increase your take home pay by paying certain expenses using pretax dollars up to $15,900 a year.
Additional performancebased leave available.
Discounts available for everyday expenses such as private health, retail and fitness.
Recognised for Voice Project's 2021 "Best Workplace" and "Change Champion" Award.