Project Manager – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cancer Control

Cancer Australia strongly encourages Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply.

About the organisation
As the Australian Government’s national cancer control agency, Cancer Australia aims to reduce the impact of all cancers and improve outcomes and experiences for all people affected by cancer.

The Cancer Australia Act 2006 established Cancer Australia to provide leadership and vision, support to consumers and health professionals, and make recommendations to the government about cancer policy and priorities.

Australian Cancer Plan
Achieving equity in health outcomes between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-Indigenous Australians is the most significant ambition for the future of cancer care.  The Australian Cancer Plan, developed by Cancer Australia, gives priority to supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge, strength and sovereignty in a health system that achieves equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people affected by cancer. Collaboration and engagement with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health organisations, health professionals, researchers and consumers underpins Cancer Australia’s work.  

About the role
In the APS 6 Project Manager role within the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cancer control section of Cancer Australia, you will work as a key member of the team implementing priority activities of the Australian Cancer Plan to improve equity and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people affected by cancer. These include activities to accelerate the delivery of culturally safe, responsive, and accessible care at mainstream health services and increase Indigenous-led research capacity within Australia. 
You will work as part of a dynamic team working through collaboration with Aboriginal and Torres Strait health organisations, health professionals, researchers and communities affected by cancer.

The role also involves contributing to policy development & public reporting activities.

For a full list of responsibilities, please contact Pipeline talent at [email protected]

About you
To be successful in this role, you will be self-motivated, articulate, professional, well presented and take great pride in what you do. You will demonstrate leadership qualities with strong community service capabilities and strong communication skills, including an ability to communicate with influence. You can demonstrate a track record of project or program management and achieving outcomes. Your values align with the agency, and you are committed to the purpose of the agency.

Key Selection Criteria

1. Demonstrated cultural capability including a respect for diversity and experience working with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.
2. Demonstrated experience in project management, including development, delivery, and monitoring of progress.
3. Strong ability to undertake desk-top research and analysis and understand complex information.
4. Strong written and oral communication skills, including interpersonal skills, capacity to work with a diversity of clients, including government bodies and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community organisations.
5. Demonstrated experience in developing and maintaining positive and productive stakeholder relationships both internally and externally.

What we can offer you

• Work for a Government agency that is committed to reducing the impact of cancer with a key priority being improving equity and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
• Working in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stakeholders to lead development, implementation, and evaluation of activities.
• Flexible work arrangements including cultural and ceremonial leave for First Nations employees.
• APS 6 grade opportunity
• Flexibility in location between Sydney or Canberra, other locations considered by negotiation.
• Cancer Australia values a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace. Harnessing these diverse skills, experiences and qualities enables us to be more efficient, innovative, and creative, enhancing our performance and leading to better business outcomes.

How to apply
All applications must be made in writing and include the following:

• Up to date CV
• Cover letter (maximum 3 pages) addressing the five (5) selection criteria above, outlining why you have applied for the position and how you meet the requirements of the position.

Applications are to be submitted below and received by 11:59PM Monday 13 May 2024.

Unfortunately, late submissions will not be accepted.

How to get more information
For further information on the position, please contact the team at Pipeline Talent.

Megan Ingram | Senior Recruitment Consultant
[email protected]
02 8001 6603 | 0419 599 251