As Program Manager - Primary Care, you'll lead Kidney Health Australia's work to increase awareness, early detection and effective management of chronic kidney disease within primary healthcare. You'll oversee programs for healthcare professionals, turning evidence-based strategy into practical initiatives with measurable impact. You'll have broad exposure across program strategy, clinical and educational content, stakeholder engagement, people leadership and financial management. You'll also work alongside clinical, research, marketing and program teams. This opportunity is ideal for an experienced health program professional who combines operational excellence with fresh ideas and a strong understanding of Australia's primary healthcare system.

Key responsibilities

Lead the delivery, evaluation and growth of primary care programs, ensuring objectives, budgets, timeframes and reporting requirements are met.

Build robust relationships with healthcare professionals and organisations to grow program reach and uptake nationally.

Shape evidence-based educational programs and resources in partnership with clinical and marketing teams.

Contribute to primary care strategy, identify new delivery opportunities and use technology and innovation to expand impact.

Lead and manage program staff, manage delegated budgets and foster a collaborative, improvement-focused culture.

About you

Tertiary qualifications in health, social sciences, education or another relevant discipline,



or significant comparable experience within a health organisation.

Minimum of 2 years' experience in a senior-level project or program management role within a health, education or sciences environment.

Strong knowledge of Australia's primary healthcare system and experience working within primary care.

Demonstrated experience leading teams and fostering a culture of continuous improvement.

Experience developing, planning, implementing and evaluating projects.

Strong relationship-building skills across government, non-government organisations, professional groups, volunteers and consumers.

Excellent communication, organisation, time management, consultation, negotiation and influencing skills.

Knowledge of kidney and urinary tract disease management and prevention strategies will be highly regarded.

About us

Kidney Health Australia was established in 1968 as the Australian Kidney Foundation and is a not-for-profit organisation recognised as the voice for kidney disease in Australia. Through high-impact programs and services, the organisation drives awareness and early detection while working to improve health outcomes and quality of life for people living with kidney disease, their families and carers.

2 wellbeing days per year.

Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).

Not-for-profit salary packaging, including up to $15,900 in FBT benefits.

Up to $2,650 in meal entertainment benefits through salary packaging.

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📌 Program Manager – Primary Care (Melbourne)
🏢 Kidney Health Australia
📍 Melbourne