• Fixed Term, Part Time Role – 48 Hours per Fortnight (2 Year Contract)
• Parkville location with flexible, hybrid working  
• Up to $96,181 (prorated for part time) + Salary Packaging + Super + 5 weeks annual leave

At Peter Mac we aim to continuously improve cancer care, research and education across all cancers and for all people affected by cancer: changing lives, breaking new ground. Everything we do is underpinned by our core values, Excellence, Compassion and Innovation. Welcoming people from a wide variety of different backgrounds and experiences is critical to fostering innovation, cultivating compassion, attracting and retaining top talent and providing the best possible cancer care for our patients.

Lead with purpose. Partner for change.

The Western & Central Melbourne Integrated Cancer Service (WCMICS), hosted by Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, is seeking a committed and collaborative Program Lead to drive a culturally safe cancer care initiative in partnership with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander communities.

The program – Walking together with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples to enhance culturally safe cancer care – aims to strengthen access to screening, treatment, and supportive care by embedding Aboriginal leadership and voice, across several health service partners.

About the role

The Program Lead will oversee the delivery of Walking Together with Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander Peoples to Enhance Culturally Safe Cancer Care, a transformative initiative focused on improving cancer outcomes through culturally safe, accessible, and coordinated care. Working closely with Aboriginal-led organisations, health services, community representatives, and key stakeholders, you will drive program governance, partnership development, service coordination, evaluation, and sustainability planning, ensuring Aboriginal leadership and voices are embedded throughout the program. This is a unique opportunity to lead meaningful system-wide change and contribute to improved health outcomes for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples across the WCMICS region.

What you’ll bring:

• Proven experience leading health projects or programs
• Deep understanding of culturally safe care and Aboriginal-led engagement
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Passion for driving equity in cancer care

Remuneration as per Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2026-2028. Mgrs/Admin Wrkrs Grade4, Year 1 (HS4): $87,003.80 (full-time equivalent - to be prorated for Part Time) – Year 5 (HS29): $96,181.28 (full-time equivalent - to be prorated for Part Time), dependent on candidate experience. To be discussed with Hiring Manager.

Our benefits

We offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally, including:

• Generous salary packaging to increase your take-home pay
• Discounted health insurance and eye care
• A comprehensive health and wellbeing program
• Public transport options at our doorstep and end of trip facilities for cyclists
• Onsite eateries and coffee shops and inviting rooftop garden spaces
• Pathways for professional development and new career opportunities
• Five weeks annual leave, 17.5% leave loading, monthly ADOs and purchased leave options
• Flexible, hybrid working arrangements
  

Inclusion and belonging

Peter Mac celebrates, values and supports a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects our vibrant community. We encourage applications from anyone identifying as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander. We also welcome anyone who identifies as LGBTQIA+, linguistically, culturally and/or gender diverse, people with disability, and people of any age to apply for our roles.

Join us!

If you feel this role is right for you, we warmly invite you to apply and encourage your early application. All appointments are made subject to a satisfactory police check, and may require a valid Working with Children Check. Many staff are required to be vaccinated against, or demonstrate immunity to, influenza, and a range of other diseases.

Should you need assistance or require any adjustments or accommodations to fully participate in the application or interview process, you are welcome to reach out to the contact person listed.

Be part of something bigger. Walk with us towards better cancer care for Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander peoples.

Applicants to this role should provide a covering letter outlining relative key skills and experience to assist us with our assessment. 
For further information about this opportunity, click Apply Now to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. 

Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion. 

Hiring Manager: Kathy Quade

Phone Number: (03) 9855 9070

Email: [email protected] using the subject line: Program Lead - Culturally Safe Partnerships enquiry via EthicalJobs.

Applications Close: 11:59PM on the closing date.

For further information about this opportunity, click Apply to be redirected to the Peter Mac Careers page where you can review the position profile. Alternatively, please contact us for a confidential discussion.

Peter Mac is a child safe organisation and has a commitment to child safety and wellbeing.

WHY WORK FOR PETER MAC

• Peter Mac offer a range of benefits which support our people both personally and professionally.
• Our staff benefits include award winning facilities, professional development and events, a health and wellbeing program, flexible work practices and policies and financial benefits such as salary packaging.
• We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, all members of the LGBTQI community and people with a disability.