Cancer Council Australia

Senior Engagement Officer

Sydney, National

Fixed Contract

Fixed Term Contract till 30 June 2027

Join Australia’s leading cancer charity and help us shape the future of cancer care!!

About Cancer Council Australia

Cancer Council Australia is the nation’s leading non-government cancer control organisation, focused on reducing the impact of cancer through research, prevention, and support. We work alongside the community, health professionals, and government to provide trusted information and services to those affected by cancer. With a mission to save lives and create a cancer-free future, Cancer Council offers a purpose-driven workplace where everyone can make a meaningful difference to help improve outcomes for people affected by cancer.

About the role

The Cancer Navigation Service is a key component of the Australian Government’s Australian Cancer Nursing and Navigation Program (ACNNP). This national initiative is enhancing and expanding Cancer Council’s existing information and support services to provide more timely, equitable, and culturally safe access to information, navigation, and support for anyone impacted by cancer. The project aims to integrate, strengthen, and digitalise navigation pathways, offering new ways for people to connect with support that best meets their needs now and into the future.

We are seeking a Senior Engagement Officer to join our Program Management Office. This role plays an important part in supporting stakeholder engagement across the Navigation Program and ensuring consistent, high-quality communication across a complex network of partners and stakeholders.

Working closely with program leaders and delivery teams, you will coordinate stakeholder communications, develop engagement materials, and support effective collaboration across internal teams, Cancer Council state and territory offices, government and sector organisations. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a nationally significant initiative that is strengthening how people affected by cancer access information, support and care.

About you

You’re an experienced communicator who enjoys working with diverse stakeholders and navigating complex environments. You bring strong organisational skills, a collaborative approach and the ability to translate complex information into clear and engaging communications.

You will bring:

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills

  • Strong organisational and project coordination capability

  • Experience developing communications or engagement for diverse audiences

  • Proven experience in stakeholder communications or engagement

  • Ability to build effective relationships across government, community and sector partners

  • Confidence working in complex or federated environments

  • Proficiency in MS Office, SharePoint, and collaboration tools

  • Experience in health care or cancer-related programs, or a background in communications will be highly regarded.

  • Experience in health care, cancer control, government programs or communications roles will be highly regarded.

Our Culture

Cancer Council Australia is here for all Australians affected by cancer. We actively promote and foster a working environment that values diversity, difference and inclusion. As we strive to achieve our vision of a cancer-free future, we welcome and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, people with culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, LGBTQIA+ communities and people living with a disability.

Why work with us?

At Cancer Council Australia, you don’t just join a team, you join a movement. As a non-profit organisation, our mission is to prevent cancer, empower patients, and save lives. You’ll benefit from:

  • Salary sacrificing options, maximising your take home pay through generous salary packaging benefits.

  • Flexible work arrangements and being part of a collaborative and inclusive team.

  • Personal and professional development, with great opportunities to grow your skills 

How to apply

Apply now and be part of a team that’s changing lives across Australia.

Send your resume and cover letter to purposehr@cancer.org.au.

All enquiries can be submitted in writing to purposehr@cancer.org.au.