Manager - Cancer Services Innovation
Requisition Number: REQ613620
Employment Type: Full time permanent
Classification: Health Manager Level 4
Location: Negotiable across MLHD District
Remuneration: $141,974 - $169,151 pa + superannuation+ 17.5% leave loading
Applications Close: Midnight on 16 November 2025
Are you a visionary leader passionate about improving cancer care in regional communities?
About the Opportunity
We are looking for an experienced Cancer Services and Innovation Manager (CSIM) to join us in this critical leadership role to drive strategic, high-quality and coordinated cancer care across Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD).
As the CSIM, you will be responsible for:
- Providing strategic leadership and advice to MLHD cancer services teams, aligning plans with the NSW Cancer Plan goals and objectives.
- Developing and implementing initiatives to enhance cancer services, including redesign and quality improvement programs tailored to rural communities.
- Building and maintaining strategic relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including primary care, community providers, and Cancer Institute NSW (CINSW), to foster coordinated, multidisciplinary care.
- Monitoring and evaluating cancer service performance, ensuring compliance with reporting requirements and continuous improvement.
- Representing MLHD at strategic meetings and networks to promote collaborative, evidence-based cancer service delivery.
To find out more, please review the Position Description.
About You
Our ideal candidate will demonstrate:
- Relevant tertiary qualifications and/or extensive experience in cancer services, health leadership or healthcare management
- Strong strategic leadership, stakeholder engagement and change management skills
- Values centred around collaboration, innovation and quality improvement
- Passion and dedication to ensuring equitable access to high-quality care in regional and rural communities
About Us
Be part of a passionate organisation delivering exceptional care to over 240,000 people across regional NSW. Spanning 125,000+ km², Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD) is the region’s largest employer, with 5,000+ staff across 33 hospitals, 12 community health centres, and a range of specialist and mental health services.
At MLHD, you’ll support diverse and meaningful work, with opportunities for career growth, access to cutting-edge technology and a wide range of employee benefits and incentives.
Why join MLHD?
At Murrumbidgee Local Health District (MLHD), we offer more than a job — we offer the chance to make a real difference.
- Make a Meaningful Impact – Play a vital role in delivering essential health services to our diverse and vibrant regional communities.
- Attractive Remuneration – Enjoy competitive pay aligned with your skills and experience.
- Flexible Working Arrangements
- Generous Salary Packaging – Access up to $20,600 per annum tax-free for living expenses, plus the option for novated car leasing.
- Professional Development – Take advantage of ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
- Health & Wellbeing Support – Benefit from our comprehensive wellness programs for you and your family, including Employee Assistance Programs Fitness Passport and initiatives to support both physical and mental health.
Click here to discover why MLHD is the right place to grow your career and contribute to healthier communities.
How to Apply
If this sounds like the opportunity for you, click apply now! Please contact Tegan Reid, General Manager Rural Operations via Tegan.Reid@health.nsw.gov.au if you have any questions about this role.
Make a Change. Make a Difference.
Murrumbidgee Local Health District is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment which reflects the community we serve. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, LGBTIQA+, neurodiverse individuals, and people with disabilities to apply.
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