Next Gen Mission & Advocacy Lead

Turn awareness into action.

As our Mission & Advocacy Lead, you'll champion the stories, issues, and ideas that connect Gen Z and Millennials to the CCS mission — from prevention and research to advocacy, education, and tackling cancer misinformation.

Why we need you
🧩 Translate complex cancer-related issues into relatable stories and conversations

🔬 Raise awareness of cancer prevention, research breakthroughs, and CCS's impact

📢 Champion advocacy, education, and efforts to address cancer misinformation

🌍 Bring diverse perspectives into CCS initiatives and connect people to issues that matter

🤝 Collaborate with Co-Chairs to evolve how we engage audiences

What we're looking for
▪️ Passion for social impact, community engagement, and creating positive change

▪️ Strong communicator who can connect ideas, stories, and people

▪️ Curious about cancer-related issues, including prevention, research, advocacy, and misinformation

▪️ Interest in health equity, policy changes, or community mobilization

▪️ Values inclusivity, representation, and diverse perspectives

▪️ Designed for emerging leaders aged 19-35

➕ Bonus: advocacy, outreach, public speaking or facilitation experience

💬 We’re building a council that reflects the diversity of this generation — across geography, lived experience, skills, and backgrounds. If you’re excited about the role, we encourage you to apply.

Our investment
🎤 Opportunities to contribute to meaningful conversations and initiatives

🌱 Deeper exposure to mission, advocacy, and systems impact

🌐 Build a national professional network

📈 Gain experience in nonprofit strategy and innovation

🌟 Strengthen your portfolio and leadership skills

🏛️ Influence the direction of a leading national nonprofit

👥 Work alongside senior CCS leaders

Your commitment
⏳ Approx. 6-8 hours/month, with occasional periods of increased activity throughout the year

📅 Active participation in meetings and mission-driven initiatives

🎯 Support Council priorities and annual goals

💛 Contribute to CCS’s mission through peer-to-peer fundraising, micro-donations, or community engagement

🔁 Minimum one-year term, with a maximum of two years

This role supports and reports to the Next Gen Action Council Co-Chairs and works collaboratively across the Brand Engagement, Fundraising, and Mission & Advocacy portfolios.