Manager, Strategy, Investments & Partnerships

Contribute to helping people across Victoria enjoy better health and wellbeingLead the strategic development of our ongoing investments and partnerships approachWork in an environment where differences are valued, encouraged and supported
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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.
About the role:The Manager, Strategy, Investments & Partnerships leads a multidisciplinary team that helps turn VicHealth’s strategy into coordinated action. The role brings together organisational strategy and planning, strategic partnerships, and the effective stewardship of VicHealth’s grants, sponsorships and other investments. The role combines strategic leadership with stakeholder management, overseeing key partnerships and investment processes while driving collaboration across the organisation to support VicHealth’s purpose and long-term impact. Key responsibilities:This role supports and contributes to the health promotion capacity of VicHealth through:Supporting the Executive Manager to develop, coordinate and execute integrated organisational strategy and planning Overseeing the development of strategic approaches to partnershipManaging and overseeing organisational sponsorships, grants and procurement About you:You are strategic and collaborative and can bring people together around shared priorities and translate ambitious ideas into practical action. You are an experienced people leader who provides clarity, develops others and creates a positive, high-performing team culture.
You build trusted partnerships, focused on shared impact. You bring experience in investment and grant-making, along with the curiosity and creativity to design new approaches. You balance this appetite for innovation with a strong appreciation for good governance, probity and the responsible stewardship of public funds.
Qualifications and experience:Relevant tertiary qualifications such as in Commerce, Arts, Political, Science, Law and/or HealthExtensive experience in managing strategic partnership programsExperience establishing and coordinating organisational strategySenior-level experience with granting within the public, for-purpose, or private sectors Closing Date: Monday 7 September 2026 Group: Strategy, Policy & Impact
Tenure: Full-time, fixed-term (12 months)
Classification: VicHealth Grade E Remuneration: Starting at $136,023 per annum (plus superannuation and other benefits) Perks and benefits:Hybrid-work modelProfessional development opportunities Employee Wellbeing & OHS Committee, delivering events and initiativesBring your dog to work day every Thursday & FridayEmployee Assistance Program Fresh fruit, breakfast and coffee machine Monthly birthday celebrations 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, P&C Business Partner, at recruitment@vichealth.vic.gov.au or 03 9667 1341. VicHealth acknowledges the support of the Victorian Government