About the role: 

The Project Officer provides high-quality executive coordination, governance, reporting, communication and project support to the Office of the Deputy Secretary. The role coordinates executive and ministerial workflows, high-priority divisional requests and corporate reporting tasks, ensuring that information and advice provided to senior decision-makers is accurate, complete and timely.

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:

• Manages briefing and correspondence workflows, identifies appropriate governance and approval pathways
• Quality assures written materials prepared for the Deputy Secretary and responds to enquiries from a range of internal stakeholders
• Monitors emerging delivery and quality risks and works across branches to resolve issues within tight timeframes.
• Supports the preparation, review and quality assurance of executive and ministerial documentation.
• Provide project management support to priority projects across the division as required.

Qualification (s)

No mandatory qualifications are required. A relevant qualification in public administration, government, business, communications, project management or a related discipline would be desirable.

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.
• 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.

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