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Cancer Council Victoria provided pay range
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Base pay range
A$99,648.00/yr - A$116,882.00/yr
* Be a part of Australia's most high profile, trusted, cancer Not-for-Profit organisation
* Full time, ongoing contract
* Hybrid working arrangement combining working from home and from our East Melbourne office
* Senior position, supporting the CEO and Executive team
* Opportunity for strategic and creative leadership across multiple disciplines and channels
Since our establishment in 1936, Cancer Council Victoria has developed an international reputation for our innovative work in cancer research, prevention and support. As an independent, not-for-profit organisation, we play a leading role in reducing the impact of all cancers on all people.
The Fundraising and Communications Division (FCD) is responsible for ensuring that Cancer Council maintains a visible, engaging presence in the community; and to inspire and activate support from the Victorian public.
Through a diverse revenue generation program, the Division works to ensure appropriate funds are raised to support the Cancer Council's work in line with the organisation's mission and values.
This is achieved through best-practice high volume direct marketing approaches; exceptional relationship management of high value supporters including Major Donors, Charitable Trusts and Bequestors; delivery of iconic fundraising events; and product sales and royalties through our retail arm.
The Division's ways of working enable our teams to move quickly, deliver ongoing value to our supporters and foster a culture of continuous improvement. We connect our cause and values to how we organise ourselves, and our work, to help supporters play their part in saving lives and reducing the impact of cancer.
The Brand, Communications and Marketing Unit works across multiple channels and campaigns, to deliver innovative, omni-channel, impactful marketing and communications activities. This drives supporter, consumer and public engagement, fundraising outcomes and understanding of CCV brand.
The Unit works in partnership with multiple internal stakeholders to achieve strategic outcomes and ensure that CCV delivers consistent brand messaging and experience for our many audiences across all our touch points.
About your opportunity
We are seeking a Public Relations Manager to join the Fundraising and Communications Division. Reporting to the Head, Brand, Communications and Marketing your role is to:
* Be responsible for the robust media profile, both proactive and reactive, across Cancer Council Victoria.
* Generate strong media content and opportunities across the breadth of the organisation in support of fundraising campaigns, support services, advocacy work, research breakthroughs and much more.
* Conduct media training for senior staff and critical stakeholder groups
* Lead, manage, coach, inspire and empower the PR team.
All about you
We are looking for someone with:
* Substantial industry experience in public and media relations in either commercial, government and/or not for profit environments with proven experience in a senior communication role
* Demonstrated ability to resolve complex issues and the ability to show initiative
* Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to develop and maintain strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders
* Results focused with the ability to manage a broad workload, focus on the big picture and deliver key day-to-day tasks
What we can offer you
* Base salary of $99,648 to $116,882 p.a. (dependant on experience, pro rata for part time) plus 11.5% superannuation
* Salary packaging benefits of $15,900 plus meals/entertainment $2,650 p.a. https://www.accesspay.com.au/employee/what-is-salary-packaging/
* Novated car leasing
* 17.5% leave loading
* Flexible working arrangements including working from home options to support excellent work-life balance
* Cultural leave of up to 5 days paid
* 12 weeks paid parental leave and up to 12 months unpaid leave
* A comprehensive employee assistance program
* A range of wellness initiatives such as flu vaccination, mental and general well-being support, and discounted health insurance
* A range of personal and professional development initiatives such as study support, in-house, external, and on-line learning options as well as the opportunity to apply for scholarships
* The opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of those affected by cancer
To apply and for more info
To apply for this opportunity, visit http://www.cancervic.org.au/about/careers/job-opportunities to download a Position Description and upload your Resume and Cover Letter. Ensure that your cover letter addresses the Key Selection Criteria detailed within the Position Description. For more information contact Danielle Chidlow at danielle.chidlow@cancervic.org.au
Cancer Council will only contact applicants that are shortlisted for interview. We are also unable to respond to recruitment agency enquiries.
All offers of employment will be made subject to satisfactory completion of employment checks including evidence of right to work in Australia, a National Police Check and a Working with Children Check (as required).
Applications close 1 May 2025 at 11:59pm
Cancer Council Victoria is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cancer Council Victoria is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, all applicants will be considered for employment. We encourage all people to apply including people who are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, identify as LGBTIQA+, have a disability, or are part of our culturally and linguistically diverse communities.
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Full-time
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Public Relations
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