Project Officer, Service System Design & Strategic Projects

Department of Health; City of Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Department of Health in Victoria is seeking a Project Officer for Service System Design & Strategic Projects to lead and support initiatives that shape the public health system. The role focuses on delivering government priorities and improving access to care for priority communities across a large-scale health system.

The ideal candidate will have a tertiary qualification in health, health economics, data analytics or public administration, and a strong understanding of health policy and

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in fields related to health, health economics, data analytics or public administration would be desirable.
• Experience with health policy and service delivery context of the Victorian health system would be desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the delivery of government priorities relating to the design of the public health system.
• Work on targeted programs and projects to improve access to care for priority communities.

Education

Tertiary qualification in health, health economics, data analytics or public administration

Job description

Project Officer, Service System Design & Strategic Projects

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 project officer, Service System Design & Strategic projects will lead and support the delivery of government priorities relating to the design of the public health system, as well as targeted programs and projects to improve access to care for priority communities.

We are looking for a person who is passionate about making a real difference to people's health through large-scale, systemic health system design; a curious person and big-picture thinker, interested in emerging health trends, and able to use communication skills to influence others and drive reform opportunities; and a team player who works collaboratively with others and can respond flexibly to emerging priorities and workload pressures across both the team and broader unit

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 health, health economics, data analytics or public administration would be desirable.


• A strong understanding of the policy and service delivery context of the Victorian health system and/or experience working for a health service 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.

If you have any queries in relation to participation in recruitment processes at Health, or experience any issues in applying, please feel free to email ***************@health.vic.gov.au. Please note that unsolicited applications from third parties cannot be accepted. If you have questions regarding the role, please message the contact person listed on the advertisement directly.

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