Deadline for applications: 22nd  July 2026 – interviews on a rolling basis.   

Start date: As soon as possible 

Location: remote or Brussels, Belgium 

Contract duration: 1 year, with possibilities for extension 

 

About ECL 

The Association of European Cancer Leagues (ECL) is a non-profit umbrella organisation, bringing together 35 national and regional cancer leagues advocating for improved cancer control and care across Europe. Our vision is a Europe free of cancer. Our members are trusted, non-profit cancer organisations providing the public and patients with essential information, support and care. We do not accept any support from the tobacco industry or any other companies which produce products that are deemed harmful to health.  

 

About the ECL Youth Ambassador Programme 

The ECL Youth Ambassadors Programme brings together an inspiring and dedicated community of young health advocates raising awareness about cancer prevention, with the European Code Against Cancer as their main powerful tool. Since its launch in 2015, the programme has united young people from over 30 countries across Europe, creating a dynamic network of students and young professionals from diverse fields such as medicine, public health, law, and political science. The programme organises activities, events and online campaigns to empower its participants to play an active role in cancer prevention at the EU and national level.  

 

About the position 

 We are looking for a part-time coordinator for our Youth Ambassadors (YA) programme. The freelance consultant shall provide operational support for the YAs, in collaboration with the ECL secretariat and the Board. In this role, you will coordinate and lead the YA programme, ensuring its smooth development and the implementation of the Action Plan and Strategy.  

The YA coordinator will report directly to ECL’s senior policy officer for cancer prevention and work closely with ECL’s team. Priority consideration will be given to current or past members of the ECL YA group, however we will consider all applications with the greatest care. 

Please note: although this is a position for one year initially, ECL intends to work with the YA coordinator on a longer-term basis. 

 

Key responsibilities  

• Coordination and leadership of the YA programme 

• Drafting, implementing, monitoring and reporting the Action Plans and the Strategy 

• Supporting the Secretariat with funding opportunities 

• Organisation of the Summer School and possibly other events 

 

Who we are looking for 

Required:

• University degree 

• Familiar with the YA programme 

• Trustworthiness and reliability 

• Strong organisational skills 

• Excellent written and spoken English 

• Experience or strong interest in cancer prevention  

• Keen on international and multicultural environment  

 

What we offer 

• A one-year, part-time contract, with possibilities for extension  

• An hourly rate of 30 euros, between 10-20 hours per month, depending upon activities for the month and availability of the coordinator  

• Remote working 

 

How do I apply? 

Please send an email to vacancy@cancer.eu with the subject line ‘Application – YA coordinator’. We kindly ask all applicants to share their CV (with two references), and a letter of motivation. 

The deadline for applications is 22nd July 2026. 

Please note that interviews will be conducted on a rolling basis.  

Shortlisted candidates will be contacted within one week following the deadline for applications. Due to the high number of expected applications, kindly note that we are unable to provide individual feedback.