About the role: 

HSRP59/VPS4/Project Officer 

The Project Officer performs a co-ordination role for the Workforce Regulation & Taskforce team. It ensures timely advice from subject matter experts can be used by the team to coordinate the provision of expert policy advice to the Department of Health executive, Secretary and Minister on Victoria's position regarding interjurisdictional workforce matters, health workforce regulatory policy, reform, and the operation of the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law (Victoria) Act 2009 and other regulatory instruments. This includes coordinating responses to the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra), National Boards, the National Health Practitioner Ombudsman and other relevant bodies on workforce regulation policy consultations.

Position contact: petrina.halloran@health.vic.gov.au

HSRP81/VPS4/Project Officer 

The Project Officer provides operational support to the Deputy Secretary, the Principal Adviser and the Office of the Deputy Secretary on divisional and departmental matters and priority projects. The Project Officer is part of a small team working collaboratively across a range of areas including coordination of executive, corporate and ministerial matters; approvals and quality assurance; briefings; communications; reporting and administration.

The role requires a highly organised and methodical individual with strong interpersonal skills, initiative and the ability to work with minimal supervision, to ensure that deadlines are met and a high standard of work is achieved. The role requires strong organisational and workload management skills and the ability to confidently and effectively triage requests as required. This is a varied role that works on all aspects of operational matters to support the Deputy Secretary, Principal Adviser and division, with a particular focus on managing the coordination and flow of requests in and out of the Division, quality assurance and Office and Divisional systems and processes.

Position contact: tina.hsu@health.vic.gov.au

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. 

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 to view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date. 

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.

If you have any queries in relation to recruitment processes at Health, or experience any issues in applying, please feel free to email talentacquisition@health.vic.gov.au. Please note that unsolicited applications will not be replied to. If you have questions regarding the role specifically, we would advise you to reach out to the contact listed on the advertisement directly.  

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