Senior Manager, Community & Statewide Health Programs

Victorian Department of Health; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Meaningful work

Growth opportunities

Flexible working arrangements

Job summary

The Victorian Department of Health seeks a Manager, Community and Statewide Programs to lead a team responsible for commissioning, implementing and overseeing performance of community and statewide mental health services across Victoria. This role drives reform aligned with government priorities and funding requirements to deliver improved outcomes for consumers, families and carers.

The Manager provides leadership to staff, builds strong stakeholder relationships, and oversees complex projects

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in public administration or health or a related field.
• Expertise in health system reform is desirable.
• A strong understanding of the Victorian health system and department processes is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team responsible for commissioning and performance oversight of community and statewide mental health services.
• Drive service improvement and better outcomes for consumers, families and carers.
• Foster strong relationships with service providers and key stakeholders.
• Oversee complex projects and reform initiatives within the mental health portfolio.
• Provide leadership, guidance and reporting to internal and external stakeholders.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget and in accordance with requirements.

Skills

Public administration health

Health system reform

Victoria health system knowledge

Education

Tertiary qualification in public administration or health

Job description

The Victorian Department of Health seeks a Manager, Community and Statewide Programs to lead a team responsible for commissioning, implementing and overseeing performance of community and statewide mental health services across Victoria. This role drives reform aligned with government priorities and funding requirements to deliver improved outcomes for consumers, families and carers.

The Manager provides leadership to staff, builds strong stakeholder relationships, and oversees complex projects