Regional Education Officer – Kimberley

About Cancer Council WA

At Cancer Council WA, we believe that every day is an opportunity to create a cancer free future. Because tackling cancer takes all of us, we work with our community to reduce the incidence and impact of cancer, every minute, every hour, every day. We do this through advocacy, research, prevention programs, and providing support to people affected by cancer. It’s all of us against cancer.

The Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a health professional to join our Regional Education team. As Regional Education Officer, you will initiate and promote cancer prevention and early detection strategies for the Kimberley region.

Based in Broome, this position is offered in a part-time (0.6FTE) capacity and ongoing.

What you’ll be doing:

• Promote and provide information on cancer prevention and early detection strategies in the community.
• Coordinate professional and public education events on cancer in your region.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with the local media, allied health, local governments and community organisations in your region.
• Be the media spokesperson for Cancer Council WA in the Kimberley region.
• Identify resources and partnerships to support our relevant projects and initiatives.
• Provide monthly reporting on activities carried out over your region.
• Attend and participate in Regional Education Officers meetings as required.

About you:

• Tertiary qualification in a health area (health promotion, education, nursing) or a minimum of 2 years’ experience in a community development role
• Knowledge of regional health services and issues is desirable
• Knowledge of cancer control issues is desirable
• Experience working with the media is desirable
• Highly developed interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• A National Police Clearance (required if successful)
• Current West Australian Driver’s Licence

What Cancer Council WA can offer you:

• 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.

How to apply for this role

If you feel this is the role for you, then click the “Apply” 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: Regional Education 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.

We do not accept applications submitted by agencies.

If you have any questions relating to this opportunity you can contact our People and Culture team at careers@cancerwa.asn.au.

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 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.

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

How to Apply

How to apply for this role

If you feel this is the role for you, then click the “Apply” 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: Regional Education 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.

Please visit our website to apply: https://cancerwa.elmotalent.com.au/careers/external/job/view/81

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