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.
We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Administration Assistant to support the delivery of our Life Now Program, helping people affected by cancer access health, wellbeing and support programs across Western Australia.
This is an exciting opportunity for a switched-on administrator who takes initiative, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is passionate about delivering exceptional customer service.
Working closely with the Life Now Program Coordinator, you will play a key role in ensuring the smooth and efficient administration of Life Now courses and services. You will be the first point of contact for many participants, facilitators and stakeholders, requiring a professional, friendly and solution-focused approach.
This role will suit someone who enjoys taking ownership of their work, can anticipate needs, and is confident managing competing priorities while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Based in Subiaco, this position is part time (0.8 FTE, 30 hours per week), fixed term contract until 14 June 2027
You are an experienced administrative professional who enjoys helping others and takes pride in delivering outstanding customer experiences. You are proactive, resourceful and able to work independently while remaining a collaborative team player.
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate:
Why work for Cancer Council WA?
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 Friday 6 November 2026 and should be addressed to: Community Services 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.
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.
Established in 1907, C&K is proud to be the largest and longest established provider of community based early childhood education and care services in Queensland.
Our philosophy, where children come first, emphasises the fact that for C&K the interests of children are paramount. Any profits generated from our services are returned to benefit children and the community.
We are committed to providing quality education and care for your child’s pre-schooling years (from birth to school age) in an environment − both inside and outside − that enables children to explore, satisfy their natural curiosity and grow as individuals. Independent research indicates that children who have enjoyed a C&K early learning experience are the most successful in their first years of schooling.
Over the last century hundreds of thousands of Queensland children and parents have become part of the C&K family. As a community based association we recognise the valuable role families and the wider community play in children’s education and care.
