Work Placement Position
Cancer Council NSW
Human Resources Assistant
Cancer Council NSW is an independent charity and is 97% community
funded. Our unique combination of local program delivery, community
engagement and national influence enables everyone who cares about cancer
to make the biggest possible difference. We are the only organisation that
works across every area of every cancer, conducting and funding world-class
research that underpins our work across the cancer journey, preventing
cancer, supporting people as they navigate the cancer journey and
advocating to ensure that governments take action on.
Subjects:
BUS110 Workplace Learning 1
BUS370 Workplace Learning 3
Specialisation:
Human Resources, Business Administration
(Negotiable and flexible)
Location:
Northern NSW
Northern Rivers, Byron Bay
North West, Tamworth
Coffs Coast, Coffs Harbour
Availability:
Unlimited
Cancer Council NSW is looking for an enthusiastic person with a can-do
attitude to support the Community Engagement and Program Delivery team in
the organisation and management of Human Resources.
As part of your work placement, your tasks and responsibilities will fall in line
with the Cancer Council’s strategic plan and mission delivery. You will receive
support, guidance and training as you assist team members in building a
sustainable and efficient volunteer workforce.
Tasks will include:
 Assisting with the development and implementation of the annual
volunteer recruitment strategy
 Researching partnership opportunities with local businesses,
community groups and education providers
 Liaising with, and building relationships with, local stakeholders
 Assisting with the implementation of the volunteer retention strategy
 Developing internal and external communications – including
newsletters, press releases, updates, case studies as needed
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Complete Form F: Authority to Disclose Information, and email along with a
covering letter, a copy of your academic transcript and resume to Dr Padma
Nathan (Acting Director, Workplace Learning Unit, Faculty of Business) at
[email protected].
Or for further information about this position, or to apply, please contact Jade
Martin on (02) 6639 1300 or via email [email protected]
Please include a copy of your resume and a short cover letter introducing
yourself and an indication of when you are available to start. Please note, this
is an unpaid position.
Shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview within two weeks of
receiving their application. Start dates are flexible.
Cancer Council NSW is committed to promoting diversity in the workplace.
Applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent are
encouraged and welcomed.
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JOB DESCRIPTION – HUMAN RESOURCES
VOLUNTEER
Our mission is to lead, empower and mobilise the community to
beat cancer. The values underpinning our work are innovation
responsibility, courage and collaboration.
JOB TITLE:
Human Resources Volunteer
REPORTS TO:
Communications and Events
Coordinator
UNIT & DIVISION:
CEPD - Northern
Organisational context
Cancer Council NSW’s mission is to lead, empower and mobilise the community to beat cancer.
Cancer Council NSW’s key strategic priorities are research, prevention, information and support,
advocacy and fundraising. Our people undertake the work of Cancer Council NSW in line with the
values of innovation, responsibility, courage and collaboration.
Cancer Council NSW is the largest cancer charity in NSW and its point of difference is that we work
across all stages of the cancer journey from research and prevention to end of life.
Volunteers are critical to the success of Cancer Council NSW and comprise over 85% of the
‘workforce’. Volunteers deliver a range of programs and services that support the community and
ultimately help to deliver Cancer Council NSW’s mission.
Cancer Council NSW has six regional offices which service the entire state. The regional teams
have a key role in extending the reach of Cancer Council NSW to all communities across NSW to
deliver high quality programs and raise funds in support of the vision to beat cancer.
The Northern Region of Cancer Council NSW works with communities from Tweed Valley to the
New South Wales / Queensland Boarder and west to Lismore, Tamworth, and Coffs Harbour.
We support, guide, connect and engage with communities of NSW to prevent, manage and inform
people about cancer. We are mobilising thousands of people every day to the realisation cancer is
a social issue and that by taking action, they hold the power to save hundreds of lives each year.
Key purpose
Cancer Council NSW is looking for a skilled individual to assist and support the Community
Engagement and Program Delivery team in the organisation and management of Human
Resources.
The tasks and responsibilities of this role will fall in line with the Cancer Council’s strategic plan and
mission delivery and will assist team members in building a sustainable and efficient volunteer
workforce.
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Key accountabilities
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Assisting with the development and implementation of the annual volunteer recruitment and
retention strategy
 Researching partnership opportunities with local businesses, community groups and
education providers
 Assisting to plan and develop volunteer roles
 Liaising with, and building relationships with, local stakeholders
 Developing internal and external communications – including newsletters, press releases,
updates, case studies as needed
 Conducting administration tasks including database entry, printing, scanning, mail outs as
needed
 Ad hoc office tasks
Skills and experience
Essential:
 A commitment to volunteering and teamwork
 An interest in HR and internal communication strategies
 Good communication and interpersonal skills
 Attention to detail
 Patience and flexibility
 Ability to work independently and take initiative
Benefits of the role for the volunteer
 Volunteer for a great organisation working towards beating cancer
 Be part of a creative and dynamic team
 Build a supportive social and professional work environment
 Make a real difference for local people affected by cancer
 Build upon your interpersonal and communication skills
Core behaviours
Cancer Council NSW has behavioural expectations of all volunteers and employees, focusing not
only on what we achieve but how we achieve it.
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Commit to our cause – displays strong passion and commitment to Cancer Council NSW’s
vision, mission and values.
Achieve Outcomes – supports our mission by consistently delivering quality outcomes.
Focus on Stakeholders – understands and prioritises the needs of our diverse community and
stakeholders, keeping them at the centre of what we do.
Collaborate – works collaboratively across Cancer Council NSW towards shared goals.
Develop Self and Others – enables self and others to achieve their highest potential.
Embrace and Lead Change – embraces change and supports others to do so.
Display Business Acumen – enhances the sustainability of Cancer Council NSW by focusing
on the efficiency and effectiveness of the organisation.
Innovate – creatively identifies and implements new ways to improve.
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