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.

CCNSW is an inclusive place to volunteer and work. We embrace diversity, celebrate our differences, and inspire each person to be their authentic self at work. As we strive to represent the communities we serve, we welcome and actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and other diverse groups.

About the team

The Cancer Prevention and Advocacy Division leads the organisation's work in health promotion and cancer prevention helping Australians make well informed choices to decrease their risk of cancer; and to create a supportive environment where healthy choices are easier choices.

The goal of the Skin Cancer Prevention Unit is to help improve the sun protection attitudes and behaviours of people in NSW through policy development, advocacy and engagement with priority settings.

About the role

Reporting to the Skin Cancer Prevention Unit Manager, this role will lead the scoping, development, implementation and evaluation of evidence-based skin cancer prevention projects and programs. This is a permanent full time role, that has the flexibility to work from home and at our Woolloomooloo office.

• Develop and maintain an up-to-date and expert knowledge of skin cancer prevention literature and issues.
• Strategically scope the development of new skin cancer prevention programs and initiatives.
• Develop and implement methodologies and approaches that guide program delivery and evaluation.
• Develop and maintain high level stakeholder relationships, that enable a shared vision and the opportunities for partnerships.
• Effectively communicate complex skin cancer related information, research and data to diverse audiences.
• Lead the development and implementation of research, policy, advocacy and/or communication projects that strengthen the delivery of skin cancer prevention initiatives.
• Draft reports and publishable journal articles relating to skin cancer prevention programs and initiatives.

About You

Essential:

• Tertiary qualifications in health promotion/public health or related discipline.
• Demonstrated success in developing and implementing strategies to achieve specific health promotion objectives, particularly in the context of influencing public policy, health systems, or population-based behavioural change programs within priority settings.
• Excellent conceptual thinking and critical appraisal skills, including the ability to interpret and translate evidence and data into strategic program and policy planning.
• High level written and oral communication skills, including the preparation of strategic documents and reports.
• Advanced project management skills.
• Strong influencing and negotiation skills with senior internal and external stakeholders.

• Demonstrated ability to lead and develop a professional team to deliver results.

• High level of initiative with the ability to work independently, manage projects with tight deadlines and competing demands.
• High level computer competency, particularly with word processing, spreadsheets and databases.
• Demonstrated skills in working as part of a team as well as undertaking self-directed work.

Desirable:

• Masters of Public Health degree or other relevant post-graduate qualification.
• Qualifications/experience in skin cancer prevention strategies.
• Experience in managing and development staff and volunteers to achieve their objectives.
• Experience in working with the education, work health and safety, built environment &/or sport sector in the design and delivery of programs.
• Understanding of cancer epidemiology.
• Community engagement experience.

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 pre-tax dollars up to $15,900 a year.
• Additional performance-based leave available.
• Discounts available for everyday expenses such as private health, retail and fitness.
• Recognised for Voice Project's 2021 "Best Workplace" Award.

Candidates must have full working rights in Australia to be considered for this role.

If you require any adjustments to submit your application, please get in touch with us at [email protected] using the subject line: Skin Cancer Prevention Programs Lead enquiry via EthicalJobs.