Palliative and Supportive Care Education Administrative Assistant

About Cancer Council WA

Cancer Council WA is Western Australia’s leading cancer charity, working across every aspect of every cancer. We know that tackling cancer takes all of us. Together, we support families affected by cancer when they need it most, speak out on behalf of the community on cancer issues, empower people to reduce their cancer risk, and find new ways to better detect and treat cancer. With your help, we’re getting closer to a future without cancer. It’s all of us against cancer.

The opportunity

Are you the type of person who finds joy in keeping things organised, running smoothly, and being the go-to support for a busy team? If so, we’d love to hear from you!

We’re looking for an Administrative Assistant to delivery high-level admin support to our Palliative and Supportive Care Education (PaSCE) team.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced administrator to make an impact in the community, improving care for people with life-limiting illnesses.

Based in Subiaco, this is a full-time fixed-term until 30 June 2027.

What you’ll be doing

• Delivering high-level administrative support to the PaSCE team inclusive of all programs and activities delivered by the team.
• Performing financial administrative functions, including managing invoicing, monthly credit card reconciliation, and processing refunds.
• Working in collaboration with Marketing and Communications to promote PaSCE programs.
• Providing support to the administration of scholarship programs.
• Providing administrative support for the PaSCE Manager.
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Representing PaSCE at appropriate meetings, seminars and other events.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Previous experience in office administration
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritise, multi-task and think on your feet
• Strong self-management and organisational abilities, with attention to detail
• Competency in computer software programs
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work after hours on occasion
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality
• Previous experience in health care/community service setting will be well-regarded
• Demonstrated understanding of the support and information needs of people affected by cancer and their carers is desirable
• 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 Fitness Passport, providing affordable entry to gyms and fitness facilities across Australia.

How to apply for this role

If you feel this is the role for you, then click the “Apply Now” 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 on the advertised date and should be addressed to: PaSCE 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 careers@cancerwa.asn.au using the subject line: Palliative and Supportive Care Education Administrative Assistant enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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 free working environment.