The Department of Health plays a critical role in the Victorian health system and is responsible for shaping it to meet the health needs of all Victorians. We’re focused on
supporting Victorians to be as healthy as they can; whether through alerting them to seasonal risks like thunderstorm asthma, notifying them of contact with
communicable diseases, safeguarding their drinking water, developing the best health, wellbeing and care facilities in the world, being at the forefront of mental health and
wellbeing treatment or accelerating medical research. It’s all part of the way we partner with the community to help every individual lead a healthy life. This is a prioritised role and applicants from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background will be given priority consideration.

About the role:

Reporting to the Director, AOD Programs and Performance, the Principal Aboriginal Services Advisor provides strategic leadership and expert advice to strengthen culturally safe, self-determined and evidence based alcohol and other drugs (AOD) policy, reform and program responses for Aboriginal communities in Victoria. The role leads work that supports improved access, equity and outcomes for Aboriginal people, families and communities, and helps embed Aboriginal self-determination, cultural safety and community voice across AOD work.

The role works across the AOD Programs and Performance Unit and AOD broader branch, and in partnership with Aboriginal community controlled organisations, service providers, people with lived and living experience,



and other stakeholders to shape initiatives that are responsive to community need. This includes contributing to implementation of Victoria's AOD reform agenda and supporting approaches that improve service accessibility, quality, cultural responsiveness and coordination across prevention, harm reduction, treatment responses.

The successful applicant will have strong judgement, communication and collaboration skills, and the ability to work across government and with Aboriginal partners to deliver complex and sensitive initiatives in a way that supports equity, accountability and better health and wellbeing outcomes.

About us:

At the Victorian Department of Health we want a future where Victorians are the healthiest people in the world. A Victoria where our children and people thrive, our workplaces are productive and safe, and our communities are more connected.

We see it as our job to support Victorians to stay healthy and safe. And to deliver a world-class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access protected, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all.

About you:

Qualifications / Specialist Expertise:

- A tertiary qualification in fields related to Aboriginal health, public policy, community engagement,



mental health or associated areas would be highly desirable.
- A comprehensive knowledge and understanding of Aboriginal culture, Aboriginal community needs in contemporary society and the ability to communicate sensitively and effectively with Aboriginal organisations and people would be expected.

What we offer:

- The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enablingVictorians to be the healthiest people in the world.
- A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service.
- A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.

We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians. All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity seeinclusion and diversity at the Department of Health.

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks. Information provided will be treated in line with our Privacy Policy.

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📌 Principal Aboriginal Services Adviser (Melbourne)
🏢 Department Of Health
📍 Melbourne