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 (80 hours per fortnight + monthly ADO)
- Managers and Administrative Workers Grade 6 (HS6)
- Located at The Alfred
- Great staff benefits!
The Department
The Alfred Cancer Program is responsible for the overall delivery of a comprehensive cancer service which involves a number of clinical areas and units including; Medical Oncology, Clinical Haematology, Bone Marrow Transplant, Apheresis, State-wide Haemophilia Service, Radiation Oncology, Clinical Trials, Palliative Care and the Victorian Melanoma Service. Alfred Cancer’s mission is working together to provide comprehensive patient centered, quality care through investment, research and innovation.
The Role
Join the Alfred Cancer Program and help drive innovation in care delivery. As the Innovation and Improvement Manager, you will lead and support a range of operational improvement and service development projects, working closely with multidisciplinary teams across the program. Apply now and be part of a team committed to excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications and Experience Required
Essential
- Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia via AHPRA
- Experience managing improvement and change projects in a clinical environment
- Experience working with diverse stakeholders and collaborating with people from different levels and roles
- Exceptional influencing and relationship management skills, including the ability to develop and maintain strong collaborative partnerships
- Well-developed interpersonal skills, incorporating high level of computer literacy, written and verbal communication, negotiation and facilitation skills
- Process improvement methodology experience
Desirable
- Demonstrated understanding and experience with Alfred IT systems
- Knowledge and experience in a cancer related field
- Demonstrates advance strategy and planning skills including qualitative and quantitative data analysis
Staff Benefits
- Salary packaging & novated leasing through Maxxia
- Flexible health insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance
- Onsite car & bike parking opportunities, deducted pre-tax!!
- Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport health and fitness
- Childcare services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services
If applicable, please specify specific requirements that you require in your cover letter or CV.
For enquiries regarding this position, please contat Ellen Heywood, Deputy Director of Nursing & Operations (Alfred Cancer) - [email protected]
Applications close 11pm AEST, Tuesday 26th August 2025.
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
