Regional Project Lead, Aboriginal Cancer Care Initiative

South West Healthcare

Warrnambool

On-site

AUD 97,000 - 107,000

Part time

14 days+

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Job summary

South West Healthcare in Warrnambool is seeking a dedicated Project Lead to advance Healing Together Our Way, a regional program aimed at improving cancer outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities across South West Victoria.

The role focuses on culturally safe cancer prevention, early detection, treatment and support, working with ACCHOs, cancer services and local providers to strengthen partnerships and deliver meaningful outcomes.

Qualifications

Tertiary qualification in a health-related field.
Experience in healthcare settings.
Knowledge of quality improvement in healthcare.
Proven project management or service development experience.
Ability to coordinate initiatives and manage priorities.
Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
Commitment to culturally safe and responsive care.

Responsibilities

Lead ongoing coordination, governance and delivery of the Healing Together Our Way
Maintain and strengthen partnerships with Aboriginal organisations, cancer services and regional health providers.
Progress development and embedding of a culturally safe, Aboriginal-led model of cancer care.
Coordinate and support Aboriginal Cancer Support Officers across the region.
Facilitate tailored workforce training and community education to improve cultural safety and cancer awareness.
Monitor and evaluate project outcomes, identify opportunities for continuous improvement, and support long-term sustainability.
Foster strong relationships between health services and Aboriginal communities to improve access to culturally responsive cancer care.