About Us

At Cancer Council Queensland, our mission is simple – to ensure no Queenslander is left navigating cancer alone. We’re here to provide support to everyone impacted by cancer, and to improve quality of life for all Queenslanders facing a diagnosis. We do this through work in three key areas, cancer research, cancer prevention and early detection, and cancer support services.

Working at Cancer Council Queensland

Cancer Council Queensland employees and volunteers lead Queenslanders in a partnership against cancer by living our values of being responsible, inclusive, equitable, and collaborative.

We provide a positive and supportive working environment where you will be a valued team member.

About the role

As part of the Communications team, you will be responsible for developing and driving earned media and PR opportunities for Cancer Council Queensland. You will work with a range of stakeholders to develop storytelling opportunities, champion CCQ initiatives, translate complex information and produce content for PR campaigns, media opportunities and internal use, including key messaging, speech notes and owned channels.

About you

To be successful in this role you will bring:

- Tertiary qualifications in Journalism, PR and/or Communications
- Highly developed media relations skills with a demonstrated ability to source, pitch and secure earned media opportunities.
- Highly developed skills in writing, reviewing and editing content for a wide range of audiences
- Advanced experience in interviewing skills, particularly with sensitive topics and case studies.
- Experience in developing and managing detailed media materials including pitch plans, media contact lists and coverage reports.
- Extensive understanding of the current media landscape.
- Strong interpersonal skills, with experience effectively communicating with all levels through the organisation including peers, volunteers, and executive management.
- Experience in digital communications and computer literacy with MS Office Suite




- Experience with crisis communication or issues management and an understanding of current public affairs and issues, particularly in the health and not-for-profit space would be highly regarded, but not essential.

Benefits

Cancer Council Queensland has a collaborative, energetic, and supportive team culture, contributing to meaningful work with a tangible impact. By celebrating and fostering our individual strengths, we take on more challenging work. In turn, we lead more balanced, exciting and fulfilling lives. Our growing Non-for-Profit organisation offers employees:

- Flexible work arrangements (Adaptable Work Hours and Hybrid Work options).
- ATO-Approved Salary Packaging up to the value of $18,549 per Fringe Benefit Tax year
- Recognition and Rewards Program
- Professional Development Allowance
- Workplace health programs, such as Fitness Passport
- Cancer Council Shop discount

How to apply

Applications should be addressed to:

People and Culture Team
Cancer Council Queensland

Please include the following documentation with your application:

- Cover letter – Your cover letter should clearly indicate the position you are applying for and give a brief summary of your motivations for applying and your relevant skills and experience.
- Current Resume – Your resume should include your contact details, work experience, educational background and career development.

Applicants are encouraged to submit their application as early as possible as Cancer Council Queensland reserves the right to reduce the application period and/or remove the job advertisement early should a suitable applicant be found.

In line with our value of being inclusive, applications are strongly encouraged from Indigenous Australians, people from a range of cultural and linguistic backgrounds, people with disability and LGBTIQA+ individuals.

The successful applicant will be required to conduct a current National Police Certificate.

Please be advised, Cancer Council Queensland will need to collect personal information from candidates during recruitment and onboarding processes.

📌 Public Relations & Communications Specialist (Brisbane)
🏢 Cancer Council Queensland
📍 Brisbane