Pro Bono Coordinator
@ Cancer Council NSW

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
A$70,000
On Site
Full Time
Posted 23 days ago

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About Cancer Council NSW

Cancer Council NSW is Australia’s leading cancer organisation dedicated to changing the path of cancer. They operate across every area of cancer support including research, legal, financial, and practical support. Working here means making a meaningful impact on people affected by cancer.

About the Team & Role

The Pro Bono Coordinator works within the Practical Support Services team in the Cancer Information and Support Services Division. The role involves coordinating the delivery of pro bono legal, financial planning, and workplace professional services for cancer patients and carers.

  • Oversee case management for legal, financial, and workplace referrals.
  • Contact clients to assess eligibility for pro bono advice.
  • Connect clients to external pro bono service providers.
  • Manage relationships with professional service providers and volunteers.
  • Contribute to projects and promotional activities.

About You

You should have a tertiary qualification in law or a related field with one to two years of coordinating pro bono or legal-related support services. Excellent communication skills, strong relationship management, and ability to work with vulnerable clients are essential.

Benefits & Work Environment

The role offers generous salary packaging options, a supportive and flexible hybrid work environment based in Woolloomooloo, and numerous discounts on everyday expenses. Cancer Council NSW is an inclusive employer that celebrates diversity and supports employee wellbeing.

Key Skills/Competency

Pro Bono, Case Management, Legal, Financial Planning, Relationship Management, Client Support, Volunteer Coordination, Not-for-Profit, Communication, Hybrid Work

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How to Get Hired at Cancer Council NSW

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Customize your resume: Tailor skills to pro bono coordination.
  • Research Cancer Council NSW: Understand their mission and services.
  • Highlight relevant experience: Emphasize legal and support roles.
  • Prepare for interviews: Showcase communication and problem solving.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review case management software basics.
Study legal service coordination best practices.
Familiarize with financial planning tools quickly.
Practice using referral management systems.

Behavioral Questions

Describe past client communication challenges.
Explain handling competing priorities effectively.
Share experiences working with vulnerable clients.
Discuss teamwork in multi-stakeholder environments.

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