Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Grade in advertisement
Occupation: Projects
Location: Barwon South West - Warrnambool
Reference: VG/1955013
Position overview
About the role
South West Healthcare (SWH) is seeking a passionate and experienced Project Lead to continue progressing the Healing Together Our Way initiative, a regional program focused on improving cancer outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities across South West Victoria.
This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to an important, community-focused initiative that aims to improve access to culturally safe cancer prevention, early detection, treatment and support. Working in partnership with Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Organisations (ACCHOs), cancer services and local health providers, you will build on the work undertaken to date to strengthen partnerships, support the implementation of a culturally responsive model of care, and drive sustainable improvements in cancer care for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.
Primarily based at SWH Warrnambool, additionally you will collaborate with Gunditjmara Aboriginal Co-operative, Winda-Mara Aboriginal Corporation, Dhauwurd-Wurrung Elderly and Community Health Service and key health services across the region.
As Project Lead, you will play a key role in coordinating the initiative, supporting Aboriginal Cancer Support Officers, strengthening collaboration between services and communities, and ensuring the project continues to respond to community priorities and deliver meaningful outcomes.
Key responsibilities
What you bring
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Who we are
As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.
SWH is the largest health service in South West Victoria, providing acute, mental health, rehabilitation, and aged care together with an extensive range of primary and community health services across the South West catchment. SWH is the lead agency for the South West Local Health Service Network, presenting an exciting opportunity for SWH to provide strong leadership and support across the entire region. With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.
To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/
For further information or to discuss this opportunity further, please contact Andrea Janes - Director Cancer Services on (03)55644142 or [email protected]
How to apply
Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday 15 November 2026. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.
Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2025-2027. With the appropriate classification of Administrative Grade 5.
The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:
South West Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities employer and commits to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity by providing a trusting workplace that is safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. We are committed to The Child Safe Standards, which aim to protect children and young people.
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