• Bring your local community knowledge to this community relationship role, with the goal to assist the local community to raise funds for Cancer Council NSWs research, prevention and support services and to build the profile to become the local charity of choice
• With a balanced approach to WFH we also offer career learning and development opportunities - Don’t miss out!

Cancer Council NSW (CCNSW) is a 94% community funded, community focused not for profit. Our unique combination of local program delivery, community engagement and national influence enables everyone who cares about cancer to make the biggest possible difference.

Summarise the role!

Fundraising for cancer research and information and support is still needed - It's the how that changes. With COVID changing the way we run fundraising events, this role will value your innovative way of thinking and your strategic approach to raising revenue!

Based in Erina, reporting to the Community Lead, you will work closely with our large team of committed volunteers and local supporters ensuring that CCNSW is able to connect with, and understand, the distinct needs of the communities in which we work.

Supporting the Hunter Central Coast community, you will build relationships and provide support to a portfolio of key fundraisers to assist them to build their community fundraising events such as (but not limited to):

• Do It For Cancer (DIFC) and Pink events; This is where people set up their own fundraising event (big or small) and with the support of this role, are assisted through fundraising strategy initiatives; marketing support; right through to moral support to keep them engaged and motivated
• Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea (ABMT) - Australia's Biggest Morning Tea is a community event that raises vital funds to make a big difference for those impacted by cancer. The official date is Thursday 27th May 2021, but the community can host anytime that works for them until the end of June.

Detail

Not a new role to the organisation, but a new additional role in this space highlights our focus on local community relationships and fundraising. However this is so much more than a fundraising role and will allow you the opportunity to work independently to meet targets and raise our brand profile, while also being part of a collaborative team.

This role will need your innovative way of thinking; your ability to adapt and tailor your approach to raising revenue; underpinned by your passion for the cause of Cancer Council NSW.

Expectations are high, but the purpose of the role, and the knowledge of doing something with a purpose, will reward you every day.

You will:

• Partner and support new and regular local community fundraisers
• Identify and realise opportunities for the community to contribute to our organisation mission through local fundraising initiatives
• Partner closely with the wider team to ensure integration of cancer prevention, information and supportive care as part of all fundraising programs and events
• Raise the profile of CCNSW as the local cancer charity and maintain high levels of brand and service recognition
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with CCNSW staff; volunteers working within the regional and central offices; and local communities
• Effectively motivate, coach and influence committees and volunteers to assist in the delivery of event objectives

• Take responsibility for local Community Engagement and Relationship Management
• Campaign/Event Planning and implementation
• Volunteer Coordination

What skills are we looking for?

This is a relationship role with a collaborative approach - Collaboration with your community, your teammates, our volunteers and the wider CCNSW team.

This role will also draw on your expertise in:

• Account Mgmt or Fundraising skills/qualifications with a blend of Marketing
• Ability to pick up the phone and reach out to supporters as well as provide some technical support/understanding in this new era with online fundraising events and social media
• Exceptional relationship and stakeholder engagement skills
• An ability to adapt and tailor your approach
• Project Management e,g Planning, development and coordination
• Enjoyment and drive to achieve and exceed financial targets
• Strategic approach and ability to think innovatively

This is not your average job, so it's not average hours! Because of the nature of working with the community, flexibility to work some evenings and some weekends will be required, with peak times of year sometimes resulting in evening committee meetings plus attending events on weekends.

**Please note internally these roles are called Community Relations Coordinator

CCNSW Diversity and Inclusion statement

Cancer Council NSW 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. As such, if you require any adjustments to submit your application, please get in touch with us at [email protected] using the subject line: Community Fundraiser - Community Relations enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Next steps:

Apply online by clicking APPLY NOW and submit your cover letter and resume!

If you have any questions or need any additional information, please do not hesitate to call Bridget Mudford on 02) 93341436.