Location:
Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference:
VG/DH/HSRP/******
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.
About the role:
The Senior Project Officer supports the Manager to maintain oversight of Health Service boards, which includes leading the recruitment and appointment to health service boards in accordance with the legal framework, developing and implementing department health governance policy, as well as coordinating and responding to new and emerging issues and risks.
The role involves developing effective relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders including senior leadership teams and board chairs.
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 protected.



And to deliver a world-class healthcare system that ensures every single Victorian can access safe, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all.
About you:
Can you demonstrate the following?
Interprets and applies business plans and policies in own area of responsibility and provides advice to others on implementation issues
Creatively develops options in a changing organisational environment.
Initiates and maintains relationships with peer and senior internal and external stakeholders
Negotiates with stakeholders and peers with the object of gaining cooperation and meeting timelines for delivery of project, service or advice
Uses specialist knowledge within a confined field to challenge policies and professional concepts
Qualifications / Specialist Expertise
A tertiary qualification in fields related to health, public policy or health governance or administration would be desirable
Knowledge and experience in government, health sector and/or health service governance would be desirable, with skills and experience in policy development and implementation.
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.
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 .
Applications close Wednesday 14 October
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📌 Senior Project Officer, Health Service Interface & Collaboration (Melbourne)
🏢 State Government Of Victoria, Australia
📍 Melbourne