Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer

6-Month Full-Time, Fixed-Term Opportunity (October 2026 to April 2027)
About Peter MacPeter MacCallum Cancer Centre is Australia's only public hospital solely dedicated to cancer and a world-leading cancer research, education and treatment centre. Our vision is to create a better future for cancer patients through excellence in research, treatment and care.
About the RolePeter Mac is seeking an experienced and highly capable Executive Assistant to provide high-level support to the Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer during a six-month leave period.
This role sits at the centre of our Executive Office and provides a unique opportunity to support two senior executives while contributing to the effective operation of one of Australia's leading health and research organisations.
Key responsibilities include:
• Managing complex executive diaries and competing priorities.• Coordinating executive meetings, briefings, correspondence and follow-up actions.• Preparing presentations, reports and other executive materials.• Supporting Board and governance-related processes.• Liaising with senior leaders, external stakeholders and government representatives.• Contributing to priority projects and initiatives as required.
About YouYou will bring:
• Demonstrated experience providing executive support to senior leaders.• Exceptional organisational and time management skills.• Strong written and verbal communication capabilities.• Sound judgement, discretion and experience managing confidential information.• The ability to build productive relationships with a broad range of stakeholders.• A proactive approach and strong attention to detail.• Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams and Copilot.• The successful applicant will exemplify Peter Mac's values of excellence, compassion and innovation in all aspects of their work, communication and interactions.
Experience in healthcare, government or another complex organisation will be highly regarded.
What We OfferThis role offers a unique opportunity to:
• Work directly with the CEO and COO of a world-leading cancer centre.• Gain exposure to executive leadership, governance and organisational strategy.• Build relationships across the Victorian health sector.• Contribute to an organisation dedicated to improving outcomes for people affected by cancer.• Flexible working arrangements are supported at Peter Mac. Subject to the requirements of the role and the needs of the Executive Office, the successful applicant may have the opportunity to work from home up to 1-2 days per week by agreement.
The Position Description is available for candidates wishing to obtain further information about the role and its requirements. Salary and entitlements will be in accordance with the Health and Allied Services, Managers and Administrative Workers Agreement 2025-2027 - to be discussed with Hiring Manager.
How to ApplyPlease submit:• A current CV; and• A brief cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.
Applications close 11:59pm Sunday 30 August 2026.
Hiring Manager: Marco De Marte - Director People & Culture.Email: marco.demarte@petermac.org