Policy Officer, Diversity, Equity And Inclusion

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

About the role

Reporting to the Manager, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, the Policy Officer, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion will be engaged in developing policies and programs to promote good mental health and wellbeing for diverse Victorian communities, to increase diversity and inclusion across the mental health system, and to contribute to mental health promotion more broadly. The Policy Officer will support implementation of the Diverse Communities Mental Health and Wellbeing Framework and Blueprint and the design, implementation and oversight of programs and initiatives that deliver equity and inclusion for multicultural and multifaith communities; disability communities; and LGBTIQA+ communities in the mental health and wellbeing 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.

Main Accountabilities

• 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.

Qualification(s)

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

Specialist expertise

The Mental Health and Wellbeing division encourages people from diverse communities and people with lived or living experiences either as a consumer or carer, family member or supporter of people with mental illness or psychological distress to apply.

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

All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks.