Project Manager - Reporting for Better Cancer Outcomes

Project Manager - Reporting for Better Cancer Outcomes (ID: REQ674065)

Employment Type: Health Manager Level 3 – Full Time, Exempt (Until December 2027)
Remuneration: $132,236.00 - $150,222.00 per annum, plus 12% superannuation
Hours Per Week: 38
Additional Benefits: Generous Flexible Working practices, access to Fitness Passport, Novated car leasing arrangement, and Salary sacrificing to Superannuation.
Location: 1 Reserve Road, St Leonards

Applications Close: 11:59 PM, Thursday 9 July 2026

This is a maternity leave cover role on a fixed-term contract, any extension would be subject to organisational needs.

The Cancer Institute NSW 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!
 

Where you’ll be working
The Cancer Institute NSW is the NSW Government’s cancer control agency, established to lessen the impact of cancer across the state.

Working at the Cancer Institute NSW means joining a team of committed and dedicated staff who are proud to be a part of the Institute’s purpose of overseeing and accelerating the effectiveness of cancer control in NSW.

The Cancer Institute is a collaborative working environment that encourages diversity and inclusion in how we work and the way we work together. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. Greater consideration will be given to suitable applicants, in order to improve access to employment and career opportunities (GSE Rule 26).
 

For your application to be considered
To submit your application, please provide:

• Your resume (maximum five pages)
• A covering letter addressing the Essential Requirements, as outlined in the Role Description
• A response to the Selection Criteria in your application

About the Opportunity
The team works collaboratively across the organisation to lead, facilitate, design and implement a suite of reports and products cross cancer control services. This role will manage, implement, monitor and coordinate the expansion of Reporting for Better Cancer Outcomes Program report development arm, as well as design, implement and evaluate projects focusing on improving the process of report production, evidence based clinical and performance indicator development and ensuring these projects meet identified needs and realise maximum benefits for the health system.

The role will work across the organisation and with key external stakeholders including NSW Pillars, Ministry of Health, local health districts and primary health networks to drive the delivery of system improvement program strategies and reduce unwarranted clinical variation.

This role requires a candidate with strong project management and stakeholder engagement capabilities, as well as experience working with complex health data and translating it into meaningful insights for clinical and system improvement. Experience within the NSW Health system, particularly working with clinicians and performance reporting, will be highly advantageous. Given the breadth of stakeholders and the strategic importance of the Reporting for Better Cancer Outcomes Program, the successful candidate will need to demonstrate the ability to manage competing priorities, work collaboratively across teams, and deliver high-quality outputs within tight timeframes. Strong analytical, communication and problem-solving skills are essential to ensure the effective design and delivery of reporting products that support informed decision-making and system-wide improvements.
 

Essential Requirements

• Knowledge of relevant trends, issues, policies and practices across diverse portfolio of projects and an understanding of change management and quality improvement methodologies.
• Understanding and experience in the health system and capacity to critically appraise research and interpret clinical and population health data and information.
• Relevant tertiary qualification and relevant understanding and experience working within the NSW Health system or other health systems; in particular experience working with clinicians.
   

Selection Criteria

1. Relevant tertiary qualifications and /or demonstrated extensive experience managing complex project schedules and operational deliverables within the NSW Health system or a similar large healthcare framework.
2. Demonstrated experience in managing the end-to-end production of health program reports, with exceptional attention to detail to ensure high-quality, professional outputs.
3. High-level communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills, with a proven track record of working collaboratively with senior clinicians, executive staff, and external health partners to keep project timelines on track.
4. Demonstrated understanding and practical application of project management frameworks, change management principles, and rigorous quality control methodologies within a health service setting.
5. Strong problem-solving skills with a proven ability to manage competing priorities, execute strategic project briefs, and deliver multiple reporting products under tight time constraints.
6. Demonstrated commitment to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and safe workplace, aligned with the NSW Health CORE Values of Collaboration, Openness, Respect, and Empowerment.
    

Need more information? 

• Cancer Institute NSW assesses candidates in line with the NSW Public Sector Capability Framework, which describes the capabilities and behaviours required for roles across the NSW public sector. The specific capabilities for this role are outlined in the Position Description.
  Learn more: https://www.nsw.gov.au/nsw-government/public-sector-capability-framework
• Find out more aboutapplying for this position
• Learn more about Cancer Institute NSW
   

Additional Information 

• Applicants will be assessed against the selection criteria in the Position Description.

• NSW Health is committed to accessibility and may provide adjustments to the recruitment and interview process as needed, including physical adjustments, interview setup, or scheduling needs. 
• This is a temporary position and requires full working rights in Australia (e.g. Australian citizenship/ permanent resident). If you currently hold a temporary visa that allows you to live and work in Australia, you may be eligible for employment opportunities in line with the conditions of your visa.
   

Contact People
Please contact the Hiring Manager, Suba Aravind on Subashini.ARAVIND@health.nsw.gov.au if you have any questions about this role.

For Aboriginal candidates who would like to talk to an Aboriginal Workforce Consultant, please contact HSNSW-AboriginalCareers@health.nsw.gov.au. Support is also available through the Stepping Up website.

If interview adjustments are required, please contact HSNSW-PillarsPC@health.nsw.gov.au at the time the interview invitation is issued, or as soon as reasonably possible. Requests for adjustments will be considered in line with NSW Health requirements.