Ambulatory Cancer Services Manger

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.

• Permanent position
• Full time (80 hours per fortnight + monthly ADO)
• ADON Group (8A Campus) (ZC1)
• Located at The Alfred
• Great staff benefits!

The Department

The Alfred Cancer Program is responsible for the overall delivery of a comprehensive cancer service which involves a number of clinical areas and units including; Medical Oncology, Clinical Haematology, Bone Marrow Transplant, Apheresis, State-wide Haemophilia Service, Radiation Oncology, Clinical Trials, Palliative Care and the Victorian Melanoma Service. Alfred Cancer’s mission is working together to provide comprehensive patient centred, quality care through investment, research and innovation.

The Role

Join Alfred Cancer's leadership team as the Ambulatory Cancer Services Manager, overseeing key clinical operations across ambulatory care settings including oncology, haematology, palliative care, radiation nursing, and specialist programs like Cancer@Home and cellular therapy. Reporting to the Deputy Director of Nursing & Operations, this pivotal role drives service innovation, quality improvement, interdisciplinary care, and nurse-led research. Lead a dedicated nursing workforce of advanced practice nurses and contribute to shaping best-practice cancer care across Victoria.

Qualifications and Experience Required

• Current registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia via AHPRA
• Master qualification in cancer/management or working towards
• Minimum five years’ experience in a senior nursing management or relevant health role
• Proven leadership in clinical settings with experience in governance frameworks, change management, emergency preparedness, and driving continuous quality improvement
• Skilled in managing healthcare services efficiently, with expertise in budgeting, revenue management, patient access and flow, and project execution in large, complex organisations
• Demonstrated success in leading services through accreditation processes, with sound understanding of legislative, statutory, and industrial frameworks
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills, with the ability to promote the organisation, engage stakeholders at all levels, and apply research to practice

Staff Benefits

• Salary packaging & novated leasing through Maxxia
• Flexible health insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance
• Onsite car & bike parking opportunities, deducted pre-tax!!
• Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport health and fitness
• Childcare services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services

If applicable, please specify specific requirements that you require in your cover letter or CV.

For enquiries regarding this role, please contact Ellen Heywood, Deputy Director, Operations & Nursing on 0418 919 760 or [email protected]

Applications close 11pm AEST, Wednesday 3rd September 2025.

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption. 

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au