Receptionist

The opportunity

Were looking for an experienced and customer-focused Receptionist to join the team at Cancer Council WA.

In this role youll be the first point of contact for our organisation managing incoming calls through our main phone line while providing high-quality administrative support across the business.

Based in Subiaco this is a part-time position (0.2 FTE) working Fridays from 8:30AM to 5:00PM.

Flexibility to provide additional reception cover for team members during periods of leave will be highly regarded.

What youll be doing:

Delivering high quality reception and administration support to the organisation.

Managing switchboard operations with maturity compassion empathy and confidentiality while handling phone calls.

Meeting and greeting guests including visitors and volunteers with exceptional customer service.

Responding to queries regarding Cancer Council WAs programs and services.

Providing data support and recording data for donor records and donations.

Undertaking administration duties including management of couriers printing stationary orders visitor security passes and assisting with incoming and outgoing mail.

Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with internal stakeholders.

About you

To be successful in this role you will need:

Minimum of 5 years experience in a reception role.

Previous experience in a medical or healthcare setting or within a fundraising or not-for-profit environment is highly desirable but not essential.

High level proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office

Experience using a database/CRM or fundraising platform would be advantageous

Demonstrated ability to provide exceptional customer service

High level of attention to detail organisational and time management skills

Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the values of Cancer Council WA

Positive approach to the workplace

Why work for Cancer Council WA

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.

Access to Fitness Passport giving you affordable entry to gyms and fitness facilities to support your health and wellbeing.

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 close Sunday 2 August 2026 should be addressed to: People and Culture 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.

For more information about the role or the Position Description please contact

We do not accept applications submitted by agencies.

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.

We encourage Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply. Please state on your application if you identify as being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander.

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