Senior Project & Policy Officer, Aboriginal Health - fixed term

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.

You will work across justice health, youth justice and correctional settings.

You will:

- design and assess culturally safe improvements to Aboriginal healthcare.
- work with Aboriginal people in custody to understand their health needs and experiences.
- work with service providers and justice teams to solve issues affecting safe and appropriate healthcare.
- build strong working relationships that help resolve issues and improve outcomes for Aboriginal people.
- prepare clear reports, briefs and project documents that support sound decisions.

About you





You must be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander to apply for this designated position.

A relevant qualification in health care, public policy or justice is highly desirable.

You should also have:

- strong knowledge of Aboriginal society, culture and issues affecting Aboriginal communities.
- sensitive communication skills and the ability to work effectively with Victorian Aboriginal communities.
- strong analytical skills to research issues and identify policy and program needs.
- solid communication and relationship skills for working with people across complex services.

To learn even more about this role, please read the position description. If you have any further questions, feel free to email Jaimie Taunoa at *************@justice.vic.gov.au

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📌 Senior Project & Policy Officer, Aboriginal Health - fixed term (Melbourne)
🏢 Department Of Justice And Community Safety Vic
📍 Melbourne