As Senior Manager, Health Equity you will oversee the cross-cutting theme of health equity throughout the work of the VCCC Alliance. This could be implemented in a several ways, for example, it may be focussed on one large equity-focussed program or relate to embedding equity initiatives across several projects. You are likely to work in multiple ways to drive equity projects and embed inclusive approaches, such as providing advice to existing programs; initiating programs from design to completion; and/or completing existing programs/projects.
The Senior Manager, Health Equity role is therefore dynamic, requiring an experienced health equity leader with initiative and creative thought. The role may, over time, be assigned to manage different programs and oversee progress against strategic health equity goals, dependent on the incumbent’s capacity, experience and capability and, where possible, their preference and developmental objectives.
The level of the position within the VCCC Alliance structure and remuneration will be dependent on the level of experience and expertise of the suitable incumbent.
Project Management
Stakeholder Relationship Management
Reporting and Administration
Team Leadership
You will have significant experience in the management of complex program management with proven team leadership and relationship building experience. You will:
Despite having some of the best cancer outcomes in the world, cancer remains one of the leading causes of death and disease burden in Victoria. The VCCC Alliance is a joint venture of academic, research and clinical member institutions working together to change that.
We do this in alliance with our 10 joint venture members who, to name a few, include Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, The Royal Melbourne Hospital, WEHI, The Royal Children’s Hospital and Western Health – for more detailed information: https://vcccalliance.org.au/about-us/what-is-the-vccc-alliance/alliance-members/
Through the VCCC alliance we are collaborating and working to improve systems and educational offerings in cancer research and prevention, to accelerate the translation of scientific evidence into better outcomes for all people affected by cancer across Victoria.
United: We connect and support to empower sustainable change
Respectful: We are respectful of each other and the cancer community and accountable for our contribution
Bold: We cultivate ideas and dare to innovate
Patient-Centred: We place patients with cancer at the centre of all we do
For All: We champion equity of cancer care for every Victorian
The VCCC Alliance values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing an inclusive work environment, free from all forms of unlawful discrimination, harassment, bullying, vilification and victimisation.
We welcome people of all backgrounds and identities to apply to this position and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates. In the spirit of reconciliation, the VCCC Alliance acknowledges the traditional owners and custodians of the lands on which we carry out our work across Victoria and we recognise and value their continuing cultural heritage, beliefs and deep connection with the land and waters.
For further information regarding the role, please contact Dr Vijaya Joshi, Head, Quality and Strategic Initiatives, at [email protected]
With the ongoing objective of enhancing relationships with our alliance partners, this position may be able to be arranged as a secondment within a VCCC Alliance partner organisation. Employees within the VCCC Alliance are encouraged to contact Chris Morton, Head of People & Culture at [email protected] to explore the possibility of a suitable arrangement.
All applications must be lodged via SEEK by COB Monday 29 April 2024.
To be considered for this role, please send your CV and a cover letter addressing the key selection criteria in the Position Description.
The closing date may be brought forward if applications meeting the key selection criteria are received in advance of this date.
Applicants must be an Australian citizen or have permanent residency to be considered. As VCCC Alliance is located within a hospital, triple COVID-19 vaccination is required prior to commencement, unless exempt.