Manager, CEO Operations and Partnerships

Overview

Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time

Salary: Salary not specified

Grade: Grade in advertisement

Occupation: Community services

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/MANAGERCEOOANDP

VicHealth is the world's first health promotion foundation that supports independent, long-term, evidence-based health promotion practice, partnerships and leadership. We are a global leader in health promotion, as a Collaborating Centre with the World Health Organization.

When considering applying, please note that the Victorian Government has accepted the recommendation to integrate VicHealth into the Department of Health. Our important prevention work continues, including the delivery of programs, partnerships and funding rounds, as we await further information. Please visit our website for the information we currently have available.

VicHealth welcomes and values applications from candidates who are of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, candidates with culturally diverse backgrounds, candidates with disability and those from the LGBTQIA+ community. We are committed to making reasonable adjustments to ensure a safe and healthy working environment.

About the role:

The Manager, CEO Operations and Partnerships leads the CEO Office team and provides trusted advice, liaison with the Board and Executive Leadership Team, and strategic and tactical support for the Chief Executive Officer of VicHealth.

Key responsibilities:

Leading and coordinating the effective functioning of the CEO Office

Providing clear line-of-sight across organisational activity

Supporting the CEO to prioritise and focus effort and partnerships

Capturing, shaping and progressing the CEO's ideas and special projects

About you:

We're looking for someone who has the ability to support the CEO to develop, nurture and maintain productive relationships across VicHealth and with key external stakeholders. In order to achieve this, you must be a clear communicator for VicHealth's strategy, purpose and aspirations and represent VicHealth in a professional manner in a wide range of contexts.

Qualifications and experience:

Graduate qualification in policy, strategy or business areas, with experience in health, is highly desirable

At least 3 years' experience working in building and implementing innovative strategic frameworks and strategies and/or strategic partnership management

Experience working within the community sector (such as in multicultural, community art and cultural development environments), bringing strong methodologies and a clear respect and engagement with communities

Understanding and experience in equity and diversity

Closing Date: Thursday 6 August 2026

Group: CEO Office

Tenure: Full-time, fixed-term (12 months)

Classification: VicHealth Grade E

Remuneration: Starting at $132,061 per annum (plus superannuation and other benefits)

Perks and benefits:

Hybrid-work model

Professional development opportunities

Employee Wellbeing & OHS Committee, delivering events and initiatives

Bring your dog to work day every week

Employee Assistance Program

Fresh fruit, breakfast and coffee machine

How to apply:

Applications must include a cover letter and a current resume. The cover letter must include why you feel you are suitable for the position, and also address the Key Selection Criteria from the Position Description. Please refer to the position description attached to view the qualifications and experience associated with the position.

If successful, you will be required to undertake a Police Check and Working with Children Check.

For further information about the role, please contact Brea Pape at recruitment@vichealth.vic.gov.au or 03 9667 1341.

VicHealth acknowledges the support of the Victorian Government

Applications close Thursday 6 August 2026 at 11.59pm

Posted

23 July 2026