Senior Manager, Health Equity

Senior Manager, Health Equity - Part-time 0.8 FTE

• Support positive change through equity initiatives in the cancer sector
• Part time flexibility with hybrid working arrangements
• Generous NFP salary packaging benefits

Are you an experienced advocate for Health Equity with a passion for driving positive change?

We are seeking a pro-active and highly motivated individual with significant experience in developing and implementing complex equity-related initiatives, preferably in the health sector, and who can establish strong collaborative relationships with stakeholders across multiple organisations.

About the Opportunity

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.

Responsibilities Include:

Project Management

• Work collaboratively to develop program Health Equity objectives, plans and track the timely delivery of activities and milestones, ideally in a cancer research, biomedical or cancer healthcare setting.
• Develop program goals and metrics that can be progressively tracked and reported on to support delivery and strategic evaluation requirements.
• Use project management best practice frameworks and methods to plan, implement and report on risks, progress and deliverables aligned with strategic goals.
• Identify opportunities for leveraged funding and support funding applications.
• Provide expert advice across all program areas, from Education to Research, to identify and address barriers to equity.

Stakeholder Relationship Management

• Effectively manage the requirements of multiple stakeholders including advocacy groups and organisations such as VACCHO. Experience managing collaborative relationships with senior academics, clinicians, researchers and senior stakeholders and/or state government representatives.
• Develop and manage key relationships with government, research institutes, health services and consumer and community groups, working in the field of Health Equity

Reporting and Administration

• Facilitate meetings, working groups, committees and broader forums, including agenda writing, hybrid meeting facilitation, presentations, and minutes/actions.
• Write reports, briefs, presentations and other written communications for a range of audiences.
• Team Leadership
• Lead, support and develop a small team of professional reports.
• Lead, manage and support team members generally, to ensure identified strategic priorities and program initiatives are delivered to a high standard.

About you:

You will have significant experience in the management of complex program management with proven team leadership and relationship building experience. You will:

• have significant experience developing and implementing programs to address inequities in health with proven experience working collaboratively to develop and co-design complex Health Equity objectives into a program of achievable work
• be organised with the ability to prioritise, plan and track the timely delivery of activities and milestones and write professional reports on progress and benefit impact, ideally in a cancer research, biomedical or cancer healthcare setting
• be an experienced leader, who leads with empathy and drive to ensure programs are delivered to meet strategic objectives
• have excellent communication and facilitation skills, with the ability to facilitate and present persuasively to multi-disciplinary and diverse groups
• have a demonstrated understanding of project management frameworks and methodologies, with ability and skill to adjust processes to problem solve and remove unnecessary complexity
• be profiient in the use of hybrid communication technology such as Zoom, MSTeams and/or Slack, Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel and PowerPoint, and Asana or similar project/tasks management systems.
• hold a tertiary degree (preferably a postgraduate or Post Doc qualification) in a relevant discipline such public health, public policy, sociology or health sciences, or significant relevant experience in a similar field.

About VCCC Alliance

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, educational offerings, equity and inclusion in cancer research and prevention, to accelerate the translation of scientific evidence into better outcomes for all people affected by cancer across Victoria.

What’s On Offer

VCCC Alliance offers a competitive salary package and a flexible work environment that fosters professional growth and development, including:

• Flexible work arrangements, hybrid in-office and working from home model with laptop and ergonomic reimbursements provided for your home set up;
• Family-friendly workplace with flexible hours available;
• 15 days personal / carer’s leave;
• Solid market salary boosted by NFP salary packaging and tax-free meals/accommodation card;
• Supportive small-team environment with clear vision and inspiring strategic direction.

VCCC Alliance Values

• 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

Equity & Inclusion

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 for this position.

Contact for Enquiries

For further information regarding the role, please contact Dr Vijaya Joshi, Head, Quality and Strategic Initiatives: ************@vcccalliance.org.au

Secondment

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 member organisation. Employees within the VCCC alliance are encouraged to contact Christine Morton, Head of People and Culture via ***************@vcccalliance.org.au to explore the possibility of a suitable arrangement.

How To Apply

For a copy of the position description, please go to our website: https://vcccalliance.org.au/opportunities/

Applicants must be an Australian citizen or have permanent residency to be considered. As VCCC Alliance is located within a cancer hospital, triple COVID-19 vaccination is required prior to commencement, unless exempt.

To be considered for this role please send your CV and a covering letter addressing the key selection criteria set out in the Position Description.

Closing Date: All applications must be lodged via SEEK by COB Monday 29th April 2024.

This ad may be closed earlier if suitable applications are received prior to this date.