Senior Project & Policy Officer, Aboriginal Health

Department of Justice and Community Safety VIC – Melbourne VIC

This is a prioritised role for Aboriginal people, who will be given priority consideration as per the special measures provision of the Equal Opportunity Act 2010.

What you will do

As Senior Aboriginal Policy and Projects Officer, you will improve Aboriginal healthcare across Victoria and work with Aboriginal people and health services to improve long term care.

You will:
design, deliver and review practical improvements to Aboriginal healthcare and cultural safety
listen to Aboriginal people in custody and youth justice, then use their views to improve healthcare
work with Aboriginal health organisations, health providers and justice teams to solve important issues
build strong working relationships that help resolve problems and improve care
prepare explicit reports, briefs and project plans to help senior leaders make decisions.





About you

You do not need a mandatory qualification. A relevant qualification in healthcare, public policy or justice is highly desirable. You must be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander to apply for this designated position and will need to provide a Certificate of Aboriginality before an offer.

You should also have:
solid knowledge of Aboriginal communities, culture and issues affecting Aboriginal people
sensitive communication skills and the ability to work well with Victorian Aboriginal communities
strong analytical skills to research issues and develop clear policy and program options
solid people skills and the ability to build trusted working relationships.

Learn more about our Aboriginal workforce strategy.
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📌 Senior Project & Policy Officer, Aboriginal Health Melbourne (Australia)
🏢 Department Of Justice And Community Safety Vic
📍 Australia