Equity & Inclusion Policy Officer

Victorian Department of Health; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Growth opportunities

Flexible work arrangements

Job summary

Victorian Department of Health is seeking a Policy Officer in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion to develop policies and programs promoting mental health and wellbeing for diverse Victorian communities.

You will support implementation of the Diverse Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Framework and Blueprint, and design and oversee initiatives delivering equity for multicultural, disability, and LGBTIQA+ communities.

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in fields related to public policy and a sound understanding of the Victorian mental health system would be desirable

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and provision of advice and sound policy recommendations to senior management and government.
• Undertake research and contribute to the development of a range of policy and initiatives within resourcing, timeline and budget parameters.
• Assist the monitoring and reporting on high-priority issues, risks and trends and assist to prepare and present comprehensive reports, ministerial briefs, cabinet and agency submissions on complex issues.
• Manage key projects to include setting up, monitoring and managing contracts with external providers to ensure high-quality outputs are delivered within agreed timeframes and budget, and results can inform policy development.

Education

Tertiary qualification in public policy or related field

Job description

Victorian Department of Health is seeking a Policy Officer in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion to develop policies and programs promoting mental health and wellbeing for diverse Victorian communities.

You will support implementation of the Diverse Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Framework and Blueprint, and design and oversee initiatives delivering equity for multicultural, disability, and LGBTIQA+ communities.