Primary Care Engagement Manager (PREV.152)

Job No: CCV115
Location: Melbourne

Lead a team to deliver primary care and workforce activity to help us achieve equitable cancer screening participation.

  • An exciting opportunity to lead Cancer Council’s cancer screening primary care and workforce activity to reach priority population groups
  • Be a part of Australia’s most trusted cancer ‘Not for Profit’ organisation
  • Flexible, supportive environment
  • Full time fixed term position to 30 June 2026 – St Kilda Road, Melbourne

About your environment

Since our establishment in 1936, Cancer Council Victoria has developed an international reputation for our innovative work in cancer research, prevention and support. As an independent, not-for-profit organisation, we play a leading role in reducing the impact of all cancers on all people.

Division Summary

The Prevention Division aims to reduce the risk of cancer in the Victorian population through social marketing, advocacy, professional education and providing advice based on the best available evidence. This involves action to affect individual behaviours and the broader physical and legislative environment to support health and wellbeing. Our programs include: SunSmart, Quit Victoria, Achievement Program, Screening, Early Detection and Immunisation (SEDI), the Obesity Policy Coalition, and alcohol policy.

Achieving equitable outcomes for all Victorians is a priority for Cancer Council Victoria. The Screening, Early Detection and Immunisation program (SEDI) aims to mobilise the community by working in partnership with stakeholders to deliver community-based programs, implementing innovative media and communications activities and engaging with the primary care and workforce sector to support equitable participation in cancer screening, early detection and HPV immunisation. 

About your opportunity

We are seeking a Primary Care Engagement Manager to join the Prevention Division. Reporting to the Cancer Screening Senior Manager your role is to:

  • Lead a team to plan, develop, implement and evaluate primary care and other workforce programs, which consider and complement innovative media and communication activities and community engagement programs, with the aim of equitable cancer screening participation and cancer outcomes.
  • Manage state government contracted services and emerging work, by managing multiple projects, developing comprehensive planning frameworks and reprioritising resources to meet program outcomes and key timelines.
  • Support and deliver primary care and workforce activity under a collaborative cancer screening partnership.
  • Proactively identify opportunities to extend the program’s reach and cultivate opportunities for greater engagement across the primary care and workforce sectors.

All about you

We are looking for someone with:

  • A tertiary degree in public health, health promotion or a related field.
  • Substantial relevant experience in developing, implementing and evaluating health related programs in a state-wide setting.
  • Proven experience in developing and implementing project and operational plans, including the ability to have oversight of large multi-faceted projects concurrently.
  • Demonstrated experience engaging with primary care and workforce sectors.
  • Proven experience working in a leadership role, involving staff management and development; strategic planning; contract management; and budget management.
  • Substantial experience working in or with government, engaging with funders and meeting contractual obligations.
  • Well-developed stakeholder management skills including the ability to negotiate to achieve effective partnerships and working relationships.
  • A strong communicator with demonstrated report writing and presentation skills.

What we can offer you

  • A flexible and supportive workplace, with excellent work-life balance and opportunities for career progression and development
  • The opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of those affected by cancer
  • A full time base salary within range $95,000-104,000 pa (pro rata) plus superannuation and not-for-profit salary packaging program (up to $18,550 of your salary tax-free) https://www.accesspay.com.au/employee/what-is-salary-packaging/
  • A range of wellness initiatives such as an employee assistance programs, flu vaccination, mental and general well-being support, and discounted health insurance.

To apply and for more info

To apply for this opportunity, download a Position Description and upload your Resume and Cover Letter. For more information contact Dianne.Eggins@cancervic.org.au

 

Cancer Council will only make contact with applicants that are shortlisted for interview. We are also unable to respond to recruitment agency enquiries.

All offers of employment will be made subject to satisfactory completion of employment checks including evidence of right to work in Australia, a National Police Check and a Working with Children Check (as required).

Applications close 17 August

Cancer Council Victoria is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cancer Council Victoria is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, all applicants will be considered for employment regardless of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or disability status. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

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About Cancer Council Victoria

Since our establishment in 1936, Cancer Council Victoria has developed an international reputation for our innovative work in cancer research, prevention and support.

As an independent, not-for-profit organisation, we play a leading role in reducing the impact of all cancers on all people.

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