Job Description Shape the future of one of Victoria's most iconic private hospitals.Full‐time | Fixed term 12 monthsAt Epworth Freemasons, we are entering an exciting and important phase of growth — and we're looking for an exceptional senior leader to help shape what comes next.This is a rare opportunity to step into apivotal, site‐based executive rolewhere you will influence strategy, enable service growth and help position Epworth Freemasons for long‐term sustainability in a rapidly evolving healthcare environment.Guided by our purpose — Every Patient Matters — you'll work at the intersection of strategy, clinical engagement and execution to deliver meaningful outcomes for patients, clinicians and the organisation.The Opportunity AsDirector – Epworth Freemasons Growth Strategy, you will lead the development and delivery of the site's growth agenda, translating strategic ambition into a coordinated, achievable and well‐governed program of work.Partnering closely with the Executive General Manager, Epworth Freemasons, the Freemasons Executive team and Epworth Group Executives, you will oversee a complex portfolio of growth initiatives — ensuring they are strategically aligned, appropriately resourced and deliver measurable performance outcomes.You will be a trusted advisor at executive level, responsible for shaping business models, developing high‐quality business cases and providing insightful reporting and briefings to support informed decision‐making.Just as importantly, you will build strong, credible relationships across clinical, operational and corporate teams — working collaboratively with VMOs and multidisciplinary stakeholders to ensure growth initiatives are clinically sound, operationally viable and sustainable.You will make an impact by:Leading the development and execution of the Epworth Freemasons Growth StrategyEstablishing and governing a multi‐stream program of work with clear milestones, dependencies and outcomesDesigning robust business models, investment proposals and business cases for executive approvalProviding high‐quality dashboards, reporting, insights and executive briefingsBuilding trusted relationships with executive leaders, clinicians, VMOs and multidisciplinary teamsIdentifying and managing risks, resourcing requirements and interdependenciesDriving strategic business development initiatives in partnership with senior leadersQualifications About youYou are a senior healthcare leader with demonstrated success delivering major growth, transformation or performance initiatives in complex Australian acute hospital environments.You bring a strong understanding of hospital operations, funding models and VMO engagement, and you are comfortable influencing at executive level. You are a strategic thinker who can navigate ambiguity, lead through others and maintain momentum across competing priorities.You are highly organised, outcomes‐focused and resilient, with strong analytical capability and the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly and persuasively.You will bring:Tertiary qualifications in health (with business or project management qualifications highly regarded)Senior leadership experience within an Australian acute hospital environmentProven success delivering large‐scale growth, transformation or performance initiativesStrong stakeholder engagement and relationship‐building capabilityExperience developing business cases, business models and executive‐level reportingAdditional Information Why Join Epworth?Play a pivotal leadership role shaping the future growth of Epworth FreemasonsWork within Victoria's largest not‐for‐profit private healthcare organisationPartner closely with executive leaders, clinicians and system‐wide stakeholdersContribute to strategic initiatives that directly support patient outcomes and sustainabilityAt Epworth, it's a community It's the sense of belonging and being part of an organisation and a team that works to make sure that every patient matters. In addition to this, you will have access to:Salary package up to $15,900 pre‐tax annually, leading to greater take home payThe largest educational scholarship program of its kind in AustraliaAbility to purchase up to four additional weeks of leaveReduced cost of health services for you and your family at EpworthWe welcome applicants from all backgrounds. This includes First Nations peoples, people with disability, mature‐age and young job seekers, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, and individuals from all cultural backgrounds. We are committed to providing an equitable, inclusive, and barrier‐free recruitment experience for everyone.If you need support during the application process or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to let us know what you need to participate fully and confidently. We understand that sharing your needs can feel daunting, so please know that any information you provide will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and respect.Ready to Make a Difference? If you're looking for a senior leadership role in a values‐driven organisation where you can make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you.Apply now And help shape the future growth and sustainability of Epworth Freemasons. Click "I'm Interested" and submit your CV and cover letter as a single document.Early applications are encouraged — shortlisting will commence immediately.For further information about the role, please refer to the attached Position Description or contact talent@epworth.org.au.Apply now... we've over 8,000 perspectives at Epworth and we're ready to welcome yours!It is a condition of employment with Epworth HealthCare, subject to reasonable exemptions, that you have had an annual Influenza vaccination, where this is required under Epworth policy.As a child safe organisation, all successful applicants are required to satisfactorily clear a National Police Check (conducted by Epworth) and may be required to hold a valid employee Working with Children Check (provided by you).At Epworth, we believe inclusion and diversity are essential to our culture and values. We focus on fairness and opportunity for all – across race, ability, ethnicity, gender, age, sexuality, cultures and beliefs – that reflect the communities we work in. At Epworth, we care.#J-18808-Ljbffr