About the job
Cancer Awareness Nurse (Connaught Region)
Reports to: Cancer Prevention Manager
Contract Type: Fixed-term (12 months)
Hours: Part-time (28 hours per week), typically from 9am to 5pm with occasional evenings and weekends. Flexibility is required.
Location: Hybrid work model, primarily field-based in Connaught, with bi-monthly attendance at the Dublin 4 office.
Travel Requirements: Regular travel to community, roadshow, and workplace events within Ireland, primarily in the Connaught region, is necessary, averaging at least one day per week.
Weekend Work: Occasional weekend work (maximum one day per month) is expected. The successful candidate will have the option to take a mid-week day off in compensation.
Salary: €49,000 FTE (Full-Time Equivalent) or €39,200 pro rata for part-time hours.
About Us: Every three minutes, someone in Ireland receives a cancer diagnosis. The Irish Cancer Society is committed to addressing the profound physical, emotional, and financial impacts of cancer. As the leading cancer charity in Ireland, we engage in all aspects of cancer care—from prevention and early detection to end-of-life support. Our initiatives include funding life-saving research, offering practical and emotional support, and advocating for better public cancer services.
We are seeking a dedicated Cancer Awareness Nurse to join our team. In this role, you will have a significant impact by helping individuals reduce their cancer risk and providing essential information for early detection. If you possess a passion for cancer awareness, early detection, and improving patient experiences in relation to cancer information, this position is ideal for you.
Join us in our mission to transform the lives of those affected by cancer in Ireland.

