Senior Program Officer, Aboriginal Maternal Child Health & Early Parenting Centres

About the role:

The Senior Program Officer will play a key role in leading on the delivery of program management functions, program priorities and strategic projects relating to the Aboriginal Maternal Child Health (MCH) network and the broader Victorian MCH Service network. This includes high level stakeholder and partnership management, strategic project planning and delivery, managing complex end to end procurement processes and ongoing contract management, overseeing effective end to end resource planning and management, developing workforce and professional development initiatives, leading on service management performance and monitoring, preparing complex budget, data and analytic reports, identifying and delivering policy, service and/or system improvements, and leading on complex and high quality written materials.

The role requires outstanding written, stakeholder management, influence and policy development, program management and strategic project delivery capability, including in the areas of contract and procurement management, budget management and reporting. The role will work collaboratively across the Unit, the Division and Department and with external stakeholders to deliver program and system improvements to underpin a strong, responsive and high-quality service system.

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 safe, quality care that leads to better health outcomes for all.

About you:

A tertiary qualification in fields related to public policy/administration, health administration, or business management is highly desirable.

A sound understanding of the Victorian health system, and knowledge of the department and its operating processes and information systems is essential.

Extensive experience in public policy, government coordination, or equivalent area is essential

What we offer:

The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.

A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector.

A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.

How to apply:

Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Click the `Apply' button to view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date.

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. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at inclusion@health.vic.gov.au. For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health.

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