Cancer Council is the only charity to help people from the point of diagnosis through to treatment and survivorship. We are proud to have served the community for 90 years and have an enviable reputation as one of South Australia’s most trusted charities. Our purpose is brought to life by our pillars—prevention, research and support—with clear outcomes to enable the success of our people.
Our incredible people and our organisational values of care, integrity and excellence are at the heart of everything we do. We value building meaningful partnerships to enable greater reach and better outcomes for the community we serve, and recognise and celebrate the wonderful role our donors, volunteers and partners play in delivering on our purpose.
Should you have questions or wish to speak with our People, Safety and Culture Team, please contact us at: apply@cancersa.org.au or 08 8291 4111
Cancer Council SA’s vision is for a cancer-free future. To achieve this, we are committed to reducing the rate and impact of cancer for all South Australians through best-practice prevention, research and support and this is a team effort.
We have a proud history of working across every aspect of every cancer for more than 90 years, and this is your opportunity to become a part of that history and become a member of SA’s most trusted charity.
Together, we can all play a part in reducing the impact of cancer.
Job Description
About the Team
The Fundraising and Engagement area includes Cancer Council SA’s fundraising, communication, prevention and advocacy, marketing, and customer experience teams.
Fundraising and Engagement ensures a strategic and coordinated approach to our internal and external representation and enables the organisation to meet our objectives through strategy development, advocacy, brand positioning, fundraising and effective stakeholder relationships.
About the Role
The Fundraising Events Assistant role is responsible for supporting the Fundraising Events team predominantly through administrative assistance, front-line customer service and relationship management across some of South Australia's largest fundraising campaigns – Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea, Daffodil Day, The Longest Day, Marilyn Jetty Swim, Dry July and The March Charge.
Key Accountabilities Include:
Execute the day-to-day delivery of relationship management with event fundraisers and donors
Represent South Australia on national campaigns including Dry July and The March Charge
Collaborate with internal teams (e.g., marketing, communications, digital, finance) and external stakeholders to plan, execute, and evaluate events.
Provide administrative assistance to all Cancer Council SA fundraising events
Desired Skills and Experience
About You
Some experience in working with databases including an ability to read, interpret, segment and manipulate data
Proficient in the Microsoft suite of products including Excel.
Outstanding attention to detail and organisational skills
Strong skills and experience in customer experience/service.
Strong communication skills – written and verbal.
Experience in managing overlapping tasks and priorities.
Qualifications in marketing, business development or communications highly regarded.
Current SA Driver’s license
The role is being offered as a permanent full-time role.
About the Benefits
Generous salary packaging options that can increase your take home pay by paying certain expenses using pre-tax dollars
Health and Wellbeing program which includes EAP, online wellness program, flu vaccinations and financial wellbeing sessions
A balanced organisational approach to working from home and office
Learning and development opportunities to enhance your career
How to Apply
For more information, please contact Claire Morris, Fundraising Events Manager on (08) 8291 4184 or cmorris@cancersa.org.au. Youcan view the position description here.
Applications close 10.00pm,Sunday 11 May 2025.
Cancer Council SA values diversity and we are committed to creating an inclusive and safe workplace to volunteer and work. As we strive to represent the communities we serve, we welcome and actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples and other diverse groups.
Cancer Council SA is also a proud foundation member of the Multicultural South Australia Ambassador Program and is committed to embedding the SA Multicultural Charter across our internal and external programs and services.
As a part of our recruitment process candidates will be required to undertake a National Police Check and may be required to undertake a medical assessment and/or Department of Human Services clearance. While working at Cancer Council SA all our employees and volunteers must be non-smokers and not use e cigarettes at Cancer Council SA sites and are required to promote a healthy lifestyle and adopt a sun smart attitude.
We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to provide a positive, barrier free recruitment process and a supportive workplace. If you require assistance with our recruitment process, you are more than welcome to connect with the contact listed for this opportunity.
