• Be a part of Australia’s most trusted cancer Not-for-Profit organisation 
• Two days per week (0.4 FTE), maximum term (2-year) contract
• Hybrid working environment, working from home, and East Melbourne office
• Unlock the value of radiotherapy data to strengthen cancer statistics, improve understanding of treatment pathways, and inform service planning and outcomes
• Collaborate with clinicians, researchers and health services to improve data quality and reporting.

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.

The Victorian Cancer Registry (VCR) is Victoria’s trusted source of cancer data, providing insights that drive research, policy, and better outcomes. Our Quality assurance and Innovation team ensures that VCR captures high quality data to accurately understand the cancer landscape in Victoria.  This position will work closely with the Data Analytics team, responsible for managing the import and analysis of complex data into the registry.

About your opportunity

Reporting to the Manager – Cancer Information, this role is responsible for coordinating electronic notifications from radiotherapy services across Victoria and supporting the ongoing development of the Victorian Radiotherapy Minimum Dataset (VRMDS).

You will play a central role in ensuring timely, accurate, and compliant data flows into the registry, while supporting system improvements and stakeholder engagement.

You will

• Assist in the establishment and ongoing maintenance of systems to monitor incoming data for completeness and compliance with reporting guidelines
• Oversee data quality, validation, and efficient processing of radiotherapy notifications into the registry
• Manage the Victorian Cancer Registry Internet Portal (VCRIP), supporting users and ensuring smooth data submission from radiotherapy services
• Drive ongoing improvements to VRMDS, systems, reporting, and stakeholder engagement across the sector

All about you

We are looking for someone with:  

• A relevant tertiary qualification in health information, science, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• An interest in analysing data to enhance compliance checking
• Experience working with health data, electronic data systems, or data quality processes
• Strong analytical skills and attention to detail, with the ability to identify and resolve data issues
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships with a range of stakeholders
• Proven ability to manage competing priorities and coordinate multiple activities
• Experience in reporting, documentation, and applying quality assurance processes
• High-level computer skills, including Microsoft Office

[see Position Description for the full list of Key selection criteria]

What we can offer you

• Work for purpose: Contribute to our powerful mission to reduce the impact of cancer through prevention, support, and research.
• Salary: $76,411 to $82,291 base salary per annum (pro rata for part-time), commensurate with experience, plus 12% superannuation and 17.5% annual leave loading.

• Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits: Increase your take-home pay by paying certain expenses using your pre-tax salary — up to $15,900 in living expenses plus $2,650 in meals and entertainment annually.
• Generous leave: Study leave, cultural and ceremonial leave, blood donation leave, gender affirmation leave, paid parental leave, and up to 3 days of leave between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Refer to our Enterprise Agreement for more information.
• Flexible and hybrid work: A range of options to support work-life balance, including a mix of working from home and our modern office at 200 Victoria Parade, East Melbourne.
• Health and wellbeing support: Comprehensive employee assistance program, flu vaccinations, and discounted health insurance.
• Growth and development opportunities: Study support, plus in-house, external, and online learning programs.
• Workplace culture: A collaborative, inclusive and purpose-driven workplace - recognised with the Best Workplace Award.

To apply and for more info

To apply for this opportunity, visit http://www.cancervic.org.au/about/careers/job-opportunities to download a Position Description and upload your Resume and Cover Letter. Ensure that your cover letter addresses the Key Selection Criteria detailed within the Position Description. For more information contact Fiona Kennett on fiona.kennett@cancervic.org.au.

Cancer Council will only contact 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 10 June at 11:59pm

Cancer Council Victoria aspires to have a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve. We're proud to foster a culture of belonging where our people can thrive.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people from culturally and linguistically diverse communities, people living with disability, neurodivergent people, LGBTIQA+ people, people of all ages, and parents and carers. If you need any adjustments to the recruitment process at any stage, please let us know. We'll work with you to make it accessible.