• Contribute to our powerful mission to reduce the impact of cancer through prevention, support and research.
• Shape people strategies that make a difference across the organisation.
• Coach senior leaders and influence a high-performing culture.
• Part-time (0.6 FTE, 22.5 hours per week), 12-month maximum-term contract.
• Hybrid working environment, working from home and East Melbourne office.

About your environment

Since our establishment in 1936, Cancer Council Victoria has developed an international reputation for our innovative work in cancer research, prevention and support. As an independent, not-for-profit organisation, we play a leading role in reducing the impact of all cancers on all people.

The People, Leadership and Teams (PLT) division provides several strategic and operational services to the organisation. PLT focusses on the talented and committed people (paid staff and volunteers) who are the driving force behind our success in preventing cancer, empowering people and saving lives. PLT supports the following strategic focus areas:

• Attraction, retention and succession
• Equity and diversity
• Leadership and high performing teams
• Learning and innovation
• Recognition and benefits
• Workplace wellbeing and a values-driven culture

The Division undertakes it work in line with Cancer Council’s Strategic Plans, Enterprise Agreement, policies and procedures and relevant legislation.

About your opportunity

We are seeking a Senior People Partner to join the People, Leadership and Teams Division. Reporting to the Head – People and Organisational Development, your role is to:

• Build leadership capability, strengthen team performance and resolve people challenges.
• Advise on employment legislation, Awards, and the Enterprise Agreement.
• Manage Employee Relations/Industrial Relations matters.
• Lead initiatives that strengthen performance, employee experience and organisational effectiveness.
• Support workforce planning, succession planning, process improvement and change management initiatives.
• Apply workforce analytics and insights to identify priorities and measure impact.

All about you

We are looking for someone with:

• Bachelor degree (or higher) qualification in Human Resources or related discipline, or substantial relevant experience.
• Strong knowledge of contemporary people practices, including employment legislation, Modern Awards and Enterprise Agreements.
• Proven experience managing complex Employment Relations/Industrial Relations matters and advising senior leaders across the employee lifecycle.
• Proven experience partnering with senior leaders on complex people matters.
• Exceptional influencing, consulting and communication skills, with a data‑driven mindset.

What we can offer you

• Work for purpose: Contribute to our powerful mission to reduce the impact of cancer through prevention, support, and research.
• Salary: $103,345 to $121,219 base salary per annum (pro rata for part-time), commensurate with experience, plus 12% superannuation and 17.5% annual leave loading.
• Not-for-profit salary packaging benefits: Increase your take-home pay by paying certain expenses using your pre-tax salary — up to $15,900 in living expenses plus $2,650 in meals and entertainment annually.
• Generous leave: Study leave, cultural and ceremonial leave, blood donation leave, gender affirmation leave, paid parental leave, and up to 3 days of leave between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day. Refer to our Enterprise Agreement for more information.
• Flexible and hybrid work: A range of options to support work-life balance, including a mix of working from home and our modern office at 200 Victoria Parade, East Melbourne.
• Health and wellbeing support: Comprehensive employee assistance program, flu vaccinations, and discounted health insurance.
• Growth and development opportunities: Study support, plus in-house, external, and online learning programs.
• Workplace culture: A collaborative, inclusive and purpose-driven workplace - recognised with the Best Workplace Award.

To apply and for more info

To apply for this opportunity, visit https://www.cancervic.org.au/about/careers to download a Position Description and upload your Resume and Cover Letter. Ensure that your cover letter addresses the Key Selection Criteria detailed within the Position Description. For more information contact Angie Zogopoulos via email at Angeline.Zogopoulos@cancervic.org.au  

Cancer Council will only contact applicants that are shortlisted for interview. We are also unable to respond to recruitment agency enquiries.

All offers of employment will be made subject to satisfactory completion of employment checks including evidence of right to work in Australia, a National Police Check and a Working with Children Check (as required).

Applications close 7 April 2026 at 11:59pm

Cancer Council Victoria is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Cancer Council Victoria is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, all applicants will be considered for employment. We encourage all people to apply including people who are Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, identify as LGBTIQA+, have a disability, or are part of our culturally and linguistically diverse communities.