• Coordinate a statewide cancer monitoring and evaluation report to inform the next Victorian Cancer Plan.
• Work across Cancer Council Victoria and the Victorian Department of Health.
• Collaborate with health services, government agencies, researchers and data custodians.
• Full-time, 12-month, position based in East Melbourne with flexible and hybrid working arrangements.

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 Cancer Research Division leads Cancer Council Victoria's cancer epidemiology, cancer intelligence, population data assets, research platforms and research infrastructure capabilities to generate evidence that informs cancer control policy, programs and services. The Division includes the Victorian Cancer Registry (VCR), which collects, analyses and reports population-based cancer data to inform cancer control, research, policy and services.

About your opportunity
We are seeking a Senior Project Officer to coordinate the next Victorian Cancer Plan Monitoring and Evaluation Framework report, helping inform the next Victorian Cancer Plan.

Based in the VCR, you will work closely with the Victorian Department of Health, spending an agreed proportion of your time within the department. You will bring together stakeholders, data and evidence to deliver the report, coordinating project governance, analysis and publication, and supporting consultation for the next Cancer Plan.

Please see the Position Description for the full responsibilities and selection criteria.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinating delivery of the Victorian Cancer Plan Monitoring and Evaluation Framework report.
• Establishing project governance arrangements and supporting oversight committees.
• Working with program areas and data custodians to collect and analyse data.
• Managing stakeholder engagement across government, health agencies and Cancer Council Victoria.
• Coordinating report drafting, review, publication and dissemination activities.
• Supporting stakeholder consultation processes for development of the next Victorian Cancer Plan.

All about you

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• A relevant tertiary qualification (e.g. public health, public policy, epidemiology, health administration or health information management), with extensive experience delivering complex projects to agreed budgets, timelines and performance outcomes.
• Highly developed stakeholder engagement and interpersonal skills, with the ability to understand stakeholder needs, build mutually beneficial partnerships, manage sensitive issues and work effectively independently and in a team.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey and interpret complex information clearly and tailor communications to diverse audiences and contexts.
• Highly developed analytical, conceptual and problem-solving skills, with strong attention to detail and the ability to develop practical, innovative solutions and improve practice.

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: $103,345 to $121,219 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, our modern office at 200 Victoria Parade, East Melbourne and the Victorian Department of Health.
• 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 Luc te Marvelde at Luc.teMarvelde@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: 6 November 2026 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.