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Regional Skin Cancer Prevention Co-ordinator Reports to:Health Improvement Manager Hours:24.5 hours per week (FTE 35 hours) Location:40-44 Eglantine Avenue, Belfast BT9 6DX Campaign Service/Cause: Health Improvement Remuneration:£32,643 - £34,666 (pro-rata) Overall Purpose of Post The Regional Skin Cancer Prevention Co-ordinator will lead on all aspects of Skin Cancer Prevention initiatives within Cancer Focus Northern Ireland. They will develop, deliver and evaluate training programmes relating to care in the sun messaging and skin cancer prevention and will actively promote the Be UV Aware message. They will manage the skin cancer prevention service staff and volunteers and will initiate, develop, disseminate and evaluate care in the sun resources and programmes targeting specific groups and settings, based on evaluation findings and regional priorities. The postholder will support the CEO at a strategic level to inform policy and skin cancer prevention messaging and will organise, prepare and present Cancer Prevention regional and local events. They will also provide leadership, managerial, coordination and administrative support to all regional Skin Cancer Prevention Strategic groups and sub groups including; The Skin Cancer Prevention Strategy Group responsible for the extended Department of Health and Social Services Skin Cancer Prevention Strategy and Action Plan 2011-2021. The Strategy Implementation Sub-Groups Early detection, PR, Sun Behaviours, and Sunbed groups. Key Responsibilities Skin Cancer Prevention Strategy Implementation Groups Provide leadership and facilitate the Skin Cancer Prevention Strategy Implementation Group and its subgroups, ensuring there is clear direction, development of strategic and operational action plans, and ensuring agreed actions are taken through the following: Organise the Regional Strategy Implementation Group Support, administrate and carry out actions for each of the subgroups Monitor and ensure progress on the strategys six objectives Facilitate multi-agency co-operation on care in the sun initiatives Develop resources and programmes to target specific groups and settings Develop and provide training programmes for professional and community groups Lead on work with the media to disseminate the strategys key messages Ensure maintenance and development of care in the sun website Lead on work to lobby for environmental change. For example, provision of shade, availability of cheaper sunscreens, use of protective clothing and use of sun beds Encourage policy development and implementation in a range of organisations and settings Liaise with relevant local, regional, national and international organisations by building effective key stakeholder relationships Ensure evaluation of materials and activities Provide Interim and annual progress reports internally and to the Implementation Group and PHA. Management Operationally line manage the Skin Cancer Prevention team member(s) Provide training and supervision for the Skin Cancer Prevention volunteers Ensure adequate support, supervision and staff wellbeing is prioritised for the Skin Cancer Prevention team and volunteers Manage the budget, reporting and monitoring compliance for Skin Cancer Prevention services Ensure that contract and funding requirements are met, including completion of reports, and budgets and statistics. Promoting Healthy Public Policy To integrate Skin Cancer Prevention work with existing relevant initiatives carried out by the other agencies and partnerships To work with the Health Improvement Manager, Director of Services and CEO to advocate for healthy public policy To work in partnership with other organisations in relation to skin cancer prevention messaging and awareness. General To work as an integral member of the Cancer Focus NI multi-disciplinary team To support service users, those living with cancer and their families To represent and promote Cancer Focus NI and its objectives as required To promote existing Cancer Focus NI services as appropriate To carry out any other duties as may be required by Cancer Focus NI. Applicants will hold a full, current driving license and have access to the use of a car or some other appropriate form of transport to carry out the duties of the post. This post may require occasional evening or weekend work and will require an element of flexible working. This Job Description is not exhaustive. It merely acts as a guide and may be amended to meet the changing requirements of the charity at any time after discussion with the post holder. PersonSpecification The below specification shows the essential skills, abilities, knowledge and/or qualifications required to be able to carry out the duties of this post. Therefore, please address in a covering letter, each criterion listed in the specification, drawing upon all of your experience, whether at work of on a voluntary basis. Essential Criteria Qualifications A Postgraduate Diploma in Health Promotion or equivalent A minimum of three years health promotion practice Experience Experience of project management Experience of developing and providing training sessions and programmes Demonstrable experience in leading, motivating and coordinating a multi-disciplinary team Experience of service evaluation and monitoring systems and procedures. Experience of facilitating groups. Skills & Knowledge Excellent communication skills Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to inspire trust and enthusiasm and speak authoritatively on Skin Cancer Prevention and health issues Skilled in the use of basic computer packages i.e., Word, Excel, Access and PowerPoint Demonstrable ability to monitor and report on programmes Strong leadership skills Excellent written communication skills Ability to work well on own and collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team Ability to show initiative. Personal Qualities Enthusiasm, drive and commitment to continuous improvement. Desirable Criteria Skills & Knowledge Knowledge of website management Knowledge of and experience of working on a care-in-the-sun initiative Demonstrable ability to plan and implement integrated campaigns. Additional Information Terms and Conditions of Employment Successful applicants must provide proof of their right to work in the UK. (This will be evidenced in the first instance by being in possession of a British or Irish passport or a valid UK Work Permit). The activities of this role meet the Access NI definition of regulated activity as outlined in the Access NI Code of Practice. Cancer Focus NI will obtain an Access NI Enhanced check for the successful candidate. Applicants who have a criminal record will be treated fairly and not discriminated automatically because of a conviction or other information revealed. Applicants with criminal records will be reviewed in line with Cancer Focus Northern Irelands policy on the recruitment of Ex-offenders. If there is any reason you cannot work in Regulated Activity, you must disclose this to us. Cancer Focus Northern Ireland has a written policy on the Secure Handling, Use, Storage and Retention of Disclosure information. Satisfactory reference checks. 12 months probationary period. Evidence of relevant academic and professional qualifications. Evidence of appropriate vehicle documentation (i.e. driving licence and insurance cover) must be provided where the role necessitates travel on company business in own vehicle. Benefits Flexible working policy 25 days Annual Leave, plus 12 statutory days (pro rata for those working less than 35 hrs per week) 2 additional days of annual leave after 5 years service and a further 3 days after 10 years service Enhanced Maternity / Adoption Pay Enhanced Occupational Sick Pay Scheme Contributory Pension Scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Mileage Allowance at the prevailing HMRC rate Life Assurance Healthcare Plan Disability Cancer Focus NI is an Equal Opportunities Employer and all applications are dealt with in accordance with the Disability Discrimination Act. A person is disabled if they have, or have had, a physical or mental impairment which has, or has had, a substantial and long-term adverse effect on your ability to carry out normal day to day activities. If you consider yourself to have a disability relevant to the position for which you are applying, please contact us so that we can process your application fairly, make any specific arrangements for your interview, and make any necessary reasonable adjustments or adaptations, or provide any aids to assist you in completing the duties of the post if appointed. Equal Opportunities Cancer Focus NI is an Equal Opportunities Employer and all applications for employment are considered strictly on the basis of merit. Application Process The closing date/time for submission of CV and cover letter is5.00pm, 22nd January 2026. Interview dates: Week commencing 2nd February 2026. If you would like to apply for this role, please submit an up-to-date copy of your CV and cover letter before this date/time to: or, mailed to: Human Resources, Cancer Focus NI, 40/44 Eglantine Avenue, Belfast, BT9 6DX We cannot accept applications received after the closing date/time. Guidance Notes on Applying for our role Please ensure your CV is up-to-date and accurate. Cancer Focus NI will not make assumptions from the title of your post(s) or the nature of any employing organisation(s) as to your skills and experience gained. If you do not provide sufficient detail, including the appropriate dates needed to meet any eligibility criteria, your application may be rejected. ONLY the details provided by you in your CV and cover letter will be used for determining your eligibility for the post/shortlisting purposes. Skills: Skin Cancer Prevention Health Policy & Strategy Health Promotion Project Management Service Evaluation Team Management Group Facilitation Benefits: Flexible Working Policy Pension Life Assurance 25 days annual leave, plus 12 statutory days Healthcare Plan Cycle Scheme

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