Policy Officer, Governance & Insights

Department of Health; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Health in Melbourne is seeking a Policy Officer, Governance and Insight to support timely reporting of system achievements and assist on data-driven governance projects. You will help improve data availability and monitor endoscopy activity while coordinating cross-portfolio policy issues.

Your role involves supporting committees, interpreting health service performance data, and building positive stakeholder relationships under supervision.

Qualifications

• A qualification or experience in fields related to project management, government administration, health, public policy and/or health administration would be desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supports the application of departmental policies, procedures and program governance frameworks to ensure effective and compliant program delivery.
• Contributes to the identification and implementation of improvements to program processes, systems and ways of working.
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including health services, Ambulance Victoria and delivery partners.
• Coordinates and supports the planning, delivery and monitoring of project and program activities to ensure agreed milestones and deliverables are achieved.
• Provides high-quality administrative and operational support to enable effective program delivery.

Skills

Policy Analysis

Governance

Reporting

Stakeholder Management

Administrative Support

Education

Public Policy / Project Management background

Job description

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 Policy Officer, Governance and Insight, will support the timely and accurate reporting of system achievements, as well as supporting special projects that improve data availability and system intelligence across planned care. These projects include data improvement, such as informing new and updated system metrics, policy development, such as work to support improved understanding and monitoring of endoscopy activity.

Demonstrating relevant experience and expertise in tracking key program elements such as funding and delivery, supporting key department committees that provide oversight, and ensuring that reporting, and underlying data systems accurately monitor and reflect progress of the Program, this role will provide the opportunity to support program objectives in a timely manner. Experience working in a governance and reporting environment for complex programs, interpreting health service performance data or interpreting policy would be highly regarded. Under the direction of the Manager, you will assist and support team members and work with other partners to coordinate advice on cross-portfolio strategic policy issues, data improvement, governance and financial matters. You will contribute to a positive team culture to build and sustain positive stakeholder relationships.

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:

Main Accountabilities Include:

• Supports the application of departmental policies, procedures and program governance frameworks to ensure effective and compliant program delivery.
• Contributes to the identification and implementation of improvements to program processes, systems and ways of working.
• Develops and maintains effective working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including health services, Ambulance Victoria and delivery partners.
• Coordinates and supports the planning, delivery and monitoring of project and program activities to ensure agreed milestones and deliverables are achieved.
• Provides high-quality administrative and operational support to enable effective program delivery.

Qualification(s):

A qualification or experience in fields related to project management, government administration, health, public policy and/or health administration would be desirable.

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

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