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Alfred Health
Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.
* Full time
* Managers and Administrative Worker Grade 8 (HS8)
* Located at Paula Fox Melanoma & Cancer Centre
Alfred Health
Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.
* Permanent position
* Full time
* Managers and Administrative Worker Grade 8 (HS8)
* Great staff benefits!
* Located at Paula Fox Melanoma & Cancer Centre
The Department
The Alfred Cancer program delivers comprehensive cancer care across Alfred Health for patients affected by cancer, blood disorders and at the end of life.
The program provides quality clinical care for our local catchment, and to all Victorians through our state-wide melanoma, haematology and haemophilia services.
Alfred Cancer comprises service units providing clinical and research excellence in the fields of medical oncology, radiation oncology, haematology, bone marrow transplant, haemophilia, melanoma and palliative care.
Clinical trials are a large focus of The Alfred Cancer program with research embedded in each medical unit. Alfred Cancer also partners with rural and regional centres to deliver clinical trials and research activity across Victoria.
The Program has a strong academic focus and a growing research portfolio, supported by strategic partnerships with leading institutions such as Monash University. This includes a dedicated emphasis on nursing research, recognising the vital role of nursing in cancer care and advancing evidence-based practice through academic collaboration.
The Role
The Strategic role Director of Operations – Alfred Cancer will work in close partnership with the Program Director to lead and coordinate the delivery of safe, high-quality, cost-effective services across the Cancer Program.
Responsibilities
With operational responsibility for the program’s services, the Director will drive performance, manage budgets and resources, improve patient outcomes, and deliver on strategic objectives. Key responsibilities include:
* Day-to-day operational leadership across cancer services
* Oversight of quality and patient safety initiatives
* Financial control and achievement of performance targets
* Strategic and workforce planning
* Collaboration across Alfred Health senior management and external partners
This is a key leadership role requiring someone with strong clinical governance capability, exceptional communication skills and a proven ability to manage complex health services. A proven track record of building and overseeing high perfroming teams is essential.
Skills
To be successful, you will have:
* Registration with AHPRA as a clinician (nursing or allied health)
* A tertiary qualification in healthcare, and preferably a postgraduate qualification in health or business management
* Demonstrated experience leading large, complex health programs
* Proven success in operational and strategic planning, financial management, and service improvement
* A commitment to evidence-based care, research, and innovation
* Ability to work collaboratively and influence across diverse stakeholder groups
* Experience in managing complex organisational change
Benefits
* Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing
* Flexible Health Insurance Coverage
* Onsite Car & Bike Parking
* Onsite Fitness Facilities
* Child Care Services at The Alfred
Applications close: Sunday 24th August 2025
All enquiries to: Alyssa Payne – al.payne@alfred.org.au
Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.
In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption.
Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au
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