About Cancer Council WA

Cancer Council WA is Western Australia’s leading cancer charity, working across every aspect of every cancer. We know that tackling cancer takes all of us. Together, we support families affected by cancer when they need it most, speak out on behalf of the community on cancer issues, empower people to reduce their cancer risk, and find new ways to better detect and treat cancer. With your help, we’re getting closer to a future without cancer. It’s all of us against cancer.

The opportunity

Are you curious, proactive, and passionate about shaping policy that creates real impact?

We’re looking for a Policy Coordinator to play a critical supporting role within the Alcohol Programs Team. Working across a range of live policy priorities, you’ll help drive evidence-informed advocacy by monitoring policy developments, analysing legislation, engaging with stakeholders, and contributing to initiatives that influence decision-making.

This is a varied and dynamic role for someone who enjoys asking questions, thinking critically, and finding smarter ways to identify what we know and what we need to know to strengthen our policy positions.

Based in Subiaco, this position is full-time contract until 30 June 2027. Part-time applications will be considered for candidates with relevant experience.

If you are looking for an opportunity to contribute to important policy conversations, strengthen advocacy efforts, and help drive change, we’d love to hear from you!

What you’ll be doing:

• Contributing to the progress of alcohol harm prevention policy at the state level, including monitoring the policy environment in WA, monitoring policy developments in other jurisdictions, and maintaining an awareness of policy-relevant evidence.
• Writing clear and evidence-informed policy documents (e.g. submissions to policy consultations, reports, briefing notes).
• Providing support to local governments seeking to progress alcohol harm prevention initiatives.
• Monitoring liquor license applications and preparing evidence-based responses to applications of priority concern.
• Preparing high-quality written materials, including e-newsletter content, external communications (e.g. for social media or web), and advocacy content.
• Developing external stakeholder relationships to support collaboration.
• Representing Cancer Council WA at meetings and events.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A tertiary qualification in a psychology, law, or a health-related field
• Experience in the development and delivery of public health policy and programs
• Knowledge and understanding of state and national policy landscape for preventing harm from alcohol use
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrates initiative, curiosity, and confidence
• Has strong critical thinking and analytical skills
• An excellent written communicator who can translate complex issues into clear and compelling messages
• Is open-minded, innovative and motivated by meaningful impact
• Committed to the values of Cancer Council WA
• Positive approach to the workplace

Why work for Cancer Council WA?

• A collaborative and supportive team culture
• Access to flexible work arrangements and personal leave options to support your wellbeing
• Access to career growth opportunities, events, and training
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program for personal or work-related circumstances, assistance with career planning, or working through challenging situations
• Benefits of not-for-profit salary packaging and a meal entertainment card.
• Access to Fitness Passport, giving you affordable entry to gyms and fitness facilities to support your health and wellbeing.

How to apply for this role

If you feel this is the role for you, then click the “Apply now” button without delay. Please include your resume and a cover letter clearly outlining how your skills and experience match the key attributes of the role.

Applications should be addressed to Alcohol Programs Manager.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their application as early as possible as Cancer Council WA reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.

For more information about the role or the Position Description please contact [email protected] using the subject line: Alcohol Policy Coordinator enquiry via EthicalJobs.

We do not accept applications submitted by agencies.

Cancer Council WA promotes and fosters a working environment that values diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally diverse backgrounds, people who identify as LGBTIQ+ and people with a disability to apply. So that our People and Culture team can best support your recruitment process, if you have any workplace support or access requirements, we encourage you to advise us at time of application.

We encourage Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply. Please state on your application if you identify as being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

Cancer Council WA is a not for profit, equal opportunity employer and operates a smoke free working environment.