What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deputy Director Improvement & Innovation position at The Alfred Foundation?
Bayside Health
Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland. We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between. More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive. Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.
The Alfred Care Group Operations Division governs and directs the work of the Health Services’ Clinical Programs and oversees the work of more than 9000 Operations employees. The Division is led by the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and governs clinical and operational activity at The Alfred, Caulfield, & Sandringham Hospitals and number of smaller offsite clinical services.
The Role
The Deputy Director, Improvement & Innovation is tasked with advancing excellence in Alfred Care Group’s service provision via the delivery of innovative care models and continuous improvement methodologies. This dynamic individual oversees a team of Improvement Consultants and Project Officers and will direct the design and implementation of targeted initiatives across the Operations Division and where directed, the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Qualifications and Experience Required
For enquiries regarding this position, please contact Sarah Smyth, Director Operational Strategy & Innovation - Sarah.Smyth@alfred.org.au
Applications close 11pm AEST, Sunday 10th May 2026.
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and people of all genders, sexualities, and cultural backgrounds.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application materials, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
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.
Bayside Health is a public health service delivering high-quality care across every stage of life for close to 1.2 million people living in metropolitan Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula, Koo Wee Rup, Bass Coast and Southern Gippsland. We have more than 15 main sites, including hospitals, centres and clinics that provide comprehensive care from welcoming newborns to supporting older people and a full range of services in between. More than 22,000 dedicated staff are focused on providing exceptional, equitable, and locally connected care through shared expertise, compassion, and a commitment to continuous growth. Education and training are central to staff development as we encourage all employees to strive and thrive. Bayside Health was formed following the merger of Alfred Health, Bass Coast Health, Gippsland Southern Health Service, Kooweerup Regional Health Service and Peninsula Health on 1 January 2026.
- Permanent role
- Full time (76 hours per fortnight) - 0.8 EFT considered
- Managers and Administrative Workers Grade 7 (HS7)
- Primarily based at The Alfred
- Great staff benefits!
The Alfred Care Group Operations Division governs and directs the work of the Health Services’ Clinical Programs and oversees the work of more than 9000 Operations employees. The Division is led by the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and governs clinical and operational activity at The Alfred, Caulfield, & Sandringham Hospitals and number of smaller offsite clinical services.
The Role
The Deputy Director, Improvement & Innovation is tasked with advancing excellence in Alfred Care Group’s service provision via the delivery of innovative care models and continuous improvement methodologies. This dynamic individual oversees a team of Improvement Consultants and Project Officers and will direct the design and implementation of targeted initiatives across the Operations Division and where directed, the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Oversee transformational improvement projects at a variety of scales, that boost organisational performance and enhance the delivery of excellent patient care
- Spearhead the development of a Community of Practice for quality & improvement roles across Alfred Care Group and Bayside Health, aiming to consolidate and advance the Health Service’s approach to implementing continuous improvement
- Identify and accelerate innovative opportunities to improve efficiency, access and productivity within the Operations Division
- A passion for supporting a culture of continual improvement
- Proven skills in engagement and influencing stakeholders to effect positive change
- Demonstrated experience in leading, developing and motivating teams
- Flexible and adaptable working style
- Strong analytical and data driven decision making abilities
- Highly organised and efficient
Qualifications and Experience Required
- A degree in a relevant healthcare profession, management, or change management field
- Experience that demonstrates the ability to meet the Key Capabilities listed above
- Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint proficient
- Experience and qualifications within the health care sector
- Salary packaging & novated leasing through Maxxia
- Onsite car & bike parking opportunities, deducted pre-tax!! *subject to availability
- Access for you and your family to an extensive network of health and fitness facilities through Fitness Passport membership
- Enjoy excellent onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred via ProSport (pre-tax memberships)
- Childcare services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services
For enquiries regarding this position, please contact Sarah Smyth, Director Operational Strategy & Innovation - Sarah.Smyth@alfred.org.au
Applications close 11pm AEST, Sunday 10th May 2026.
We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and people of all genders, sexualities, and cultural backgrounds.
If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application materials, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.
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.