Principal Policy Adviser, Reform Implementation

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.
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Department: Department of Health
Work Type: Fixed term - full time
Job Function: Policy
Classification: VPSG6
Work Location: Melbourne - CBD
Reference: VG/1865795
Closing Date: 06-Jul-2025
Salary Range: $138,631 - $185,518
Job Duration: June 30 2026
Attachments: 723949 - VPS-6 - Principal Policy Officer.pdf (PDF, 193KB)
Position Description

723949 - VPS-6 - Principal Policy Officer.docx (Word, 147KB)
Position Description

Contact: Hugh Brophy
Hugh.Brophy@health.vic.gov.au

Position Details

About the role: 

The Principal Policy Adviser works within a team supporting the Manager, Reform Implementation Unit 1, to lead work related to the harm reduction portfolio.
Day to day tasks include leading projects, providing policy advice, maintaining stakeholder relationships, and leading planning and commissioning activities. The role involves developing effective relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders as well as with program and policy areas within the department.

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:

To be successful in this role, you will be a high performing individual with strong leadership, analytical, problem solving, policy development and communication skills. The role would be suited to individuals who are comfortable working with complex issues, in multidisciplinary teams and with a range of internal and external stakeholders to deliver complex projects.

To view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date please click on the position description attached.

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

How to apply: 

Applications should include a resume and a cover letter. Click the ‘Apply' button 

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 inclusion@health.vic.gov.au. For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health.

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks. Information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence in line with our Privacy Policy.


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