• Full Time | EL1 | Non-ongoing/Ongoing | Sydney or Canberra - other locations considered by negotiation
• Cancer Australia strongly encourages Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply.

About the organisation

As the Australian Government’s national cancer control agency, Cancer Australia aims to reduce the impact of all cancers and improve outcomes and experiences for all people affected by cancer.

The Cancer Australia Act 2006 established Cancer Australia to provide leadership and vision, support to consumers and health professionals, and make recommendations to the government about cancer policy and priorities.

Australian Cancer Plan

Achieving equity in health outcomes between Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander and non-Indigenous Australians is the most significant ambition for the future of cancer care. The Australian Cancer Plan, developed by Cancer Australia, gives priority to supporting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander knowledge, strength and sovereignty in a health system that achieves equity for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people affected by cancer. Collaboration and engagement with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health organisations, health professionals, researchers and consumers underpins Cancer Australia’s work.

About the role

In an Executive Level 1 (Assistant Director) role within the within the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cancer control section of Cancer Australia, you will lead a team implementing priority activities of the Australian Cancer Plan to improve equity and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people affected by cancer. These include activities to build the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cancer workforce, strengthen health literacy for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and increase Indigenous-led research capacity within Australia.

You will lead a dynamic team working through collaboration with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health organisations, health professionals, researchers and communities affected by cancer.

At the EL1 level, you will often take responsibility for people management, leading a team by overseeing projects and service delivery, supporting staff, and developing capability. This involves an advanced understanding of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander health sector.

At the EL1 level, accountabilities may include:

• Strategically leading and managing a team responsible for a particular function, including establishing expectations, and scheduling and reviewing work.
• Managing resources to perform the role, such as exercising relevant HR and financial delegations.
• Supporting, mentoring and coaching members of the team to develop their capability.
• Responding to issues escalated by members of the team, exercising good judgement and addressing concerns.
• Collecting and analysing information and data to assess risks and opportunities.
• Produce and/or manage the preparation of briefs, strategies, reports and technical papers.
• Collaborating across teams within Cancer Australia to contribute to strategic agency-wide organisational projects and initiatives.
• Liaising and building strong relationships with external stakeholders.
• Assisting in the development and review of new and existing policies, procedures and templates.
• Providing advice to key internal and external stakeholder groups and negotiating the resolution of problems and issues.
• Overseeing the delivery of change and reform programs and contributing positively to change management across Cancer Australia.

About you

To be successful in this role, you will be self-motivated, articulate, professional, well presented and take great pride in what you do. You will demonstrate leadership qualities with strong community service capabilities and strong communication skills, including an ability to communicate with influence. You can demonstrate a track record of project or program management and achieving outcomes. Your values align with the agency, and you are committed to the purpose of the agency.

Key Selection Criteria

To be successful in these roles, candidates must be able to demonstrate the following APS capabilities:

• Shapes strategic thinking - Provides direction to the team regarding the purpose and importance of their work in achieving the Agency’s strategic objectives and communicates expected outcomes.
• Achieves results - Manage a team to develop and deliver on key priorities and programs. This may include actively managing project timelines and deliverables, reporting, effectively managing risk, and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.
• Cultivates productive working relationships - Be a positive team player who demonstrates sound leadership skills and fosters a collaborative and high-performing team.
• Communicates with influence - Be able to communicate with influence and effectively engage and nurture relationships with a range of stakeholders including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander organisations and people affected by cancer.
• Exemplifies personal drive and integrity - Displays and promotes ethical behaviour in accordance with the APS Code of Conduct, APS values and APS Employment Principles.

What we can offer you

• Work for a Government agency that is committed to reducing the impact of cancer with a key priority being improving equity and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.
• Working in partnership with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander stakeholders to lead development, implementation, and evaluation of activities.
• Flexible work arrangements including cultural and ceremonial leave for First Nations employees.
• Flexibility in location between Sydney or Canberra, other locations considered by negotiation.
• Cancer Australia values a safe, respectful, and inclusive workplace. Harnessing these diverse skills, experiences and qualities enables us to be more efficient, innovative, and creative, enhancing our performance and leading to better business outcomes.

How to apply

All applications must be made in writing and include the following:

• Up to date CV
• Cover letter (maximum 3 pages) addressing the five (5) selection criteria above, outlining why you have applied for the position and how you meet the requirements of the position.

Applications are to be submitted via the 'Apply Now' button.

Unfortunately, late submissions will not be accepted.

How to get more information

For further information on the position, please contact the team at Pipeline Talent.

Nikieta Riley, Senior Recruitment Consultant

[email protected] | [email protected] using the subject line: Assistant Director - Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Cancer Control - Cancer Australia enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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