Project Coordinator, Volunteers

About us

Cancer Council NSW (CCNSW) is a community funded and focused not for profit. We are the largest cancer charity inNSWand our point of difference is that we work across every area of every cancer from research right through to support.

At CCNSW we understand that nothing feels better than doing work you really care about. As Australias leading organisation supporting all peopleimpactedby all cancers we understand how good it feels to make a difference. We know that almost 1 in 2 Australians are affected by cancer during their lifetime by joining the passionate team at CCNSWyoullknow that each day the workyouredoing will positivelyimpactpeople in your life and Australia.

About the team/About the role:

This position sits within the People & Culture Division (P&C) of Cancer Council and is part of the volunteer experience team.

The Project Coordinator role will lead the development and implementation of key team and organisational projects that will support and have a positive impact on the volunteer experience. The role will also be involved in engaging with volunteer managers and volunteers to support engagement and the strategic enabler of Inspire and Empower our People.

Please note this is a Full-Time 12-month contract role.

About the benefits:

• Generous salary packaging options that can increase your take home pay by paying certain expenses using pre-tax dollars up to $15900 a year.
• Recognised for Voice Projects 2021 and 2023 Best Workplace Awardas well asXrefBest Workplace in 2025.
• A balanced organisational approach to WFH and office
• Additionalperformance-based leaveavailable.
• Work for purpose and know that your work fosters an engageddiverseand culturally aware organisation.
• Discounts available for everyday expenses such as private healthretailand fitness

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Scope develop and implement projects that have a positive impact on the volunteer experience including implementation of the Volunteer Plan and recognition celebrations such as National Volunteer Week.
• Work closely with the People Lead Volunteers to support key core organisational projects such as the biannual volunteer engagement survey and organisational action planning.
• Engage and consult with relevant stakeholders to ensure project outcomes and implementation plans align with the experience of our workforce.
• Prepare andmaintainhigh-quality project documentation including project plans timelines research communication plans tracking and reports as needed.
• Deliver presentations and training to support volunteer manager and volunteer development in line with the Volunteer Plan and engagement actions and to support project development and/or implementation.
• When requiredassistand support the Volunteer Team including the People Experience Coordinator and People Lead Volunteers with other dutiesrequiredto meet the needs of the organisation such as engaging and training our Volunteer Managers Network.

About you:

Essential:

• Demonstrated experience coordinating workforce projects from planningdevelopmentand implementation.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to effectively convey project goals progress and outcomes to stakeholders.
• Demonstrated experience preparing documentation and communications as well as presenting to an audience.
• Demonstrated ability toidentifyand develop relationships with key stakeholders to support the achievement ofobjectives.
• Ability to work equally effectively in team environments as well as on tasks which requirehigh levelsof initiativeautonomyand independent action.
• Adaptability in response to changing priorities and project needs

Desirable:

• Tertiary qualifications such as project management business human resources or equivalentdemonstratedrelevant experience.
• Interest or experience supporting the workforce experience of either employees or volunteers.
• Experience using Microsoft Dynamics and project management tools.

CCNSW is an inclusive place to volunteer and embrace diversity celebrate our differences and inspire each person to be their authentic self at we strive torepresentthe communities we serve we welcome and actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and other diverse groups.

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To support an efficient and consistent recruitment process we utilise AI-powered tools to assist with screening applications. These tools are used as a support mechanism only and all hiring decisions are reviewed and determined by our hiring team. Please be aware if you are selected for an AI interview you are welcome to request a call from one of our team members instead.

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Job ad closing: Wednesday 29th of July