Work with us

Our incredible people and our organisational values of care, integrity and excellence are at the heart of everything we do. We value building meaningful partnerships to enable greater reach and better outcomes for the community we serve, and recognise and celebrate the wonderful role our donors, volunteers and partners play in delivering on our purpose.

We have proudly won the Xref Engage Best Workplace Award in 2023 and more recently in 2025. This award recognises organisations who have achieved exceptional levels of employee engagement and satisfaction as well as demonstrating effective management practices.

Working with Cancer Council SA you will have access to a range of benefits to help maximise your income and reduce expenses. We create a balanced organisational approach to working from home and the office for our employees as we value the wellbeing of our people.

Salary packaging

As a not-for-profit organisation, we are able to offer our employees tax reduction benefits to maximise your income. Employees have the ability to reduce their taxable income and increase their take home pay by up to 15 per cent.

Salary packaging gives you the ability to include a Meal and Entertainment Card (for tax-free dining out, holiday accommodation and venue hire), discounted health insurance, electronic device packaging, as well as novated motor vehicle leasing.

All of us learn and develop

At Cancer Council SA we actively promote a working environment that encourages everyone to participate in their development that is aligned to our strategic plan, purpose and values.

We provide our employees with numerous opportunities to advance their knowledge and skills. This can be in the form of our online learning portal, workshops, seminars, educational certificates, short courses or networking opportunities. We offer a leadership program which encompasses our leadership essentials, leaders’ forums and learning circles.

Our wellbeing program

Cancer Council SA prides itself on promoting a healthy lifestyle and adopting a SunSmart attitude. We provide yearly flu vaccinations and ‘lunch and learn’ sessions on healthy living.

Our offices have shower facilities available and an onsite bicycle storage. We recognise that sometimes you may be overwhelmed with your day-to-day life, that is why we provide a free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to all employees, volunteers and Ambassadors, including access to First Nations providers for our Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander employees. We also offer a manager assist program to provide high level professional support to our leaders.

Our values underpin our ways of working. They help guide us through the good days but really show up on the challenging days when it’s hard to decide which way to go.

Cancer Council SA’s values are more than just words on a page. They are the foundation of our organisation and represent the three core behaviours that we aim to embody in every interaction: care, integrity and excellence.

As part of your online application, you’ll be asked to attach the following:

• A one-page cover letter stating your interest for the position, and a bit about you. Provide examples of how your experiences match the requirements that we are looking for. 
• A current resume, showing your relevant experience, capabilities and the qualities you can bring to the position.
• Relevant supporting documentation such as your right to work in Australia, and any qualifications that are listed in the job ad.

What to expect during the recruitment process

Once you have applied for a position, you’ll automatically receive an email within 24-hours acknowledging receipt of your application, so you know that it has been successfully submitted. 

While the recruitment process may differ slightly depending on the role, we generally follow a structured approach to ensure fairness and transparency. Once applications are received, we carefully assess each one to identify candidates who best meet the key requirements of the position. During the interview stages we’ll explore your skills, qualifications, experience, and personal attributes to understand how well they align with the role and our organisational values.

All roles require a National Police Check, with some roles needing Department of Human Services screenings and a pre-employment medical check.

We’re grateful for the time and effort you’ve put into your application and your interest in working with us. We aim to keep you informed throughout the recruitment process and will provide updates as promptly as possible.

At Cancer Council SA our vision is for our workforce to reflect the diverse communities we work within and support. By embracing the individual skills, thoughts and experiences our people bring to the workplace, we hope to create an inspirational place for our people to volunteer and work.

We are committed to fostering a culture of equity where individual differences are valued, respected and celebrated. We will encourage our people to learn from others with diverse backgrounds, knowledge and perspectives. A culture where we all feel safe and where people can bring their best, authentic self to work every day.

Our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging Plan provides a clear roadmap for fostering a culture of respect and connection. Driving this vision forward is our BeWell Committee — a passionate group of individuals dedicated to promoting wellbeing and celebrating the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our people. Together, they lead initiatives that raise awareness, encourage meaningful conversations, and help build a more inclusive and supportive environment across our organisation.

Cancer Council SA is proud to have participated in the Multicultural Ambassador Program Pilot, representing the not-for-profit industry. Employees have seen our commitment in promoting cultural diversity through our participation. 

We are always striving to reflect the diverse communities we work with and support. In addition to the work we do with multicultural communities to raise awareness of preventable cancers, the importance of screening and how they can access and participate, we are removing potential barriers faced by candidates from a culturally and linguistically diverse background during recruitment and creating a culturally safe place to work. 

Multiculturalism will continue to thrive at Cancer Council SA and be a part of who we are and how we connect with our community.