Project Director

Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time

Salary: $136,000 - $170,000

Grade: Grade not specified

Occupation: Projects

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: 6278

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.

YOUR ROLE IN OUR FUTURE

Project Director - Parkville Precinct Strategic Cancer Service Plan

Fixed Term, Full-Time Role

About Us

Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, The Royal Melbourne Hospital (RMH), and The Royal Women's Hospital (The Women's) have united to deliver world-leading cancer care through the Strategic Cancer Service Plan (SCSP), which aims to provide exceptional cancer treatment, discovery, and leadership to the people of Victoria and beyond.

This collaborative effort seeks to elevate the standard of cancer care across the state, improving access to specialized services. In alignment with the Victorian Health Services Plan, Peter Mac will serve as the lead health service for adult clinical cancer services, driving the 10-year SCSP (2025–2035) vision forward. We're seeking a highly skilled Project Manager to manage and implement this vision for the initial 3-year phase.

About the Role

As the Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading the development and delivery of the Strategic Cancer Service Plan. Your expertise in project management, team collaboration, and strategic execution will directly impact the future of cancer care in Victoria.

You'll work closely with key internal and external stakeholders to ensure the success of this major initiative, overseeing everything from project planning and governance to communication and change management.

Key Requirements

Essential

• Proven senior operational experience in managing complex health services and projects.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• In-depth understanding of hospital systems, clinical processes, and financial performance indicators.
• Relevant health degree and postgraduate qualifications in management or project management.

Desirable

• Track record of delivering projects successfully, on time and within budget.
• Ability to engage stakeholders at all levels of an organization.
• Proficiency in computer systems and project management tools.

You will work closely with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders, including:

• Internal: CEOs, Executive Teams, Medical Directors, Nurse Unit Managers, and Senior Leaders in the research directorate.
• External: Department of Health, Safer Care Victoria, Parkville Precinct Partners, LHSN partners.

Why Peter Mac?

Join us in our mission to provide World's Best Cancer Care while contributing to a collaborative, forward-thinking healthcare environment. This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact on cancer care at the national level, while working alongside some of the best professionals in the field.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to promoting diversity and inclusion, and we are proud of the strong culture of safety and wellbeing in our workplaces.

Remuneration between $ per annum to $170,000.00 per annum (full-time equivalent) dependent on candidate experience. To be discussed with Hiring Manager.

How to Apply

Please submit your application, including a resume and cover letter, outlining your experience and how it aligns with the requirements of the role.

For inquiries, please contact Karen Fox ).

Applications Close: 11:59pm Tuesday 2 September 2025.

Peter MacCallum Cancer Centre, RMH, and The Women's are proud to be leaders in cancer care and are dedicated to offering equal opportunity in all aspects of employment.

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Peter Mac is a child safe organisation, and we do not tolerate child abuse. We support and value all children and young people. We promote and prioritise the safety of children who are in our care or visiting our campuses.

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.

Applications close Tuesday 2 September 2025 at 11.59pm

Posted

19 August 2025