• Are you looking to gain experience in event logistics, stakeholder management and fundraising? • Would you like to be a part of a passionate team of staff and volunteers?

Outline of the role: Cancer Council NSW is a community funded, community focused cancer charity dedicated to working towards a cancer free future. There are things that we can all do every day to help make this happen.

The Pink Rodeo event is a fabulous fun filled night of family entertainment hosted by the ABCRA in association with Cancer Council NSW.

Supporting the Northern Team and based at Tamworth, your key accountabilities will include: • Assist in the coordination, preparation and planning of the Pink Rodeo event • Assisting in marketing and promotion of the event • Develop and manage relationships with local stakeholders in line with event objectives • Manage various operational aspects of the event on the night • Development of letters and emails to be sent to participants, venues, suppliers and businesses • Develop media releases and seek media opportunities • Develop marketing material to assist with promotion of the event • Use of social media to build audiences and engage with the community • Assistance with developing sponsorship opportunities for the event • Entering data and updating event databases • Checking local media and filing media stories relating to the event • Weekly progress meetings with Community Relations Coordinator • Other ad-hoc event requirements

Our ideal volunteer will have: • A confident phone manner • Excellent written and verbal communication skills • Knowledge of cash handling policies • Strong organisational skills and attention to detail • Excellent Microsoft Office skills including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint • The ability to work both independently and as part of team • Initiative and enthusiasm • Commitment to the cancer cause and the mission of Cancer Council NSW

Desirable (but not essential) • Previous events experience • Previous exposure to the not-for-profit industry or working with volunteers.

Benefits of the role for the volunteer: • Gain invaluable experience in event logistics, stakeholder management and fundraising • Learn to collaborate with a team and contribute your ideas • Access to our benefits, including a 15% discount at our retail stores across NSW, exclusive health insurance benefits, and much more. See our website, under volunteering, for more information.

How to apply: Why wait! Apply online by going to our WEBSITE and submit your cover letter and resume!

Applications close Sunday 1 September, 2019.

For further information regarding this role, please contact Katherine Welsh, Community Relations Coordinator - Metro Sydney on 02 6659 8407.

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.