Oncology Nurse Mentor

About the assignment

  • Country
  • Assignment type
    In Country
  • Partner Organisation
    Luang Me Hospital
  • Duration
    3 months
  • Proposed start date
    03 August 2026
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Closes 22 April 2026

We’re looking for an Oncology Nurse Mentor who canlive and volunteer for 3 months in Cambodia.

  • This assignment seeks to improve the skills of in-house Oncology Nurse in Medical Oncology Department
  • To be considered for this role, you’ll need a Bachelor Degree in Nursing Science or above specializing in Oncology
  • As a volunteer, you will support to improve quality assurance protocols for patient safety and nursing processing.

About the Partner Organisation 

Luang Mè Hospital is the first specialized cancer hospital in Cambodia. The hospital will serve as tertiary healthcare facilities for public to support the health policy of the royal government of Cambodia. We aim to provide a leading cancer care and management with comprehensive approach including radiation therapy, surgery, chemotherapy, advanced technology in microbiology and pathology laboratory. Oncology nurse mentor will guide nurses in navigating complex patient care, building clinical confidence, and managing high stress or emotional burnout, often following a competency-based orientation. Mentors support professional growth, facilitate career development, and provide psychosocial support for tasks like managing patient grief.  

About the Australian Volunteers Program  

The Australian Volunteers Program is an Australian government-funded initiative. We support partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to achieve locally led change.  

Volunteers are supported throughout their volunteer journey. We actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds and abilities to volunteer and aim to make the program as accessible and inclusive as possible. If you have accessibility requirements, please contact us to discuss how we can support you to volunteer with us - inclusion@australianvolunteers.com. Learn more about our commitment to inclusion.

Allowance

We cover your flights, insurance, and provide a living and accommodation allowance. Learn more here

AUD$ 2427 per month.   

Find out more about in-country allowances.

 

Requirements

  • All applicants must be Australian citizens or holders of Permanent Residency Visa of Australia, or New Zealand residents in Australia with a Special Category Visa (SCV). 
  • A National Police Check must be completed during the application process.  
  • A Psychological Test is required for all volunteer assignments.  

Additional requirements for this assignment include First Aid Certificate.

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