About the role: 1 x Fixed Term Full time role until 30 June 2028 

The Senior Policy Analyst is a key member of the Funding, Productivity & Budgets (FPB) branch in Hospitals Victoria, supporting the CEO of Hospitals Victoria to ensure the financial sustainability of Victoria's health system.

The team leads the development of budget bids and the allocation of this funding across the system, as well as funding and accountability arrangements for providers other than hospitals.

In the role, you will be expected to

• Use expertise and knowledge to provide high-level strategic, policy, budget and funding advice on a range of complex health issues to executives, central agencies, and Ministers;  
• Consult and liaise with key stakeholders, including negotiating with stakeholders that have competing interests and diverse perspectives, to enable the resolution of complex health sector funding policy issues;  
• Demonstrate initiative and contribute at a high level to the team's strategic business planning and decision-making process to ensure a cohesive and collegiate approach to achieving team, divisional and departmental objectives; 
• Be strongly focused on cultural safety by creating environments and relationships free from racism and discrimination so that people can feel safe, valued and able to participate.  

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:

Are you:

• A self-starter with initiative, able to prioritise and manage multiple projects and adapt to changing priorities?
• An excellent written communicator, with expertise in authoring complex and engaging written products?
• Financially literate and experienced in analysis, interpretation and problem solving in a government context?
• Experienced and knowledgeable about service system reform potentially (but not necessarily) including in the health sector, and skilled at negotiating complex policy outcomes across diverse stakeholders?

Qualifications / Specialist Expertise

• A bachelor's degree or higher in Finance / Economics / Public Policy (or a related field) will be well regarded. 

Specialist Expertise

• A degree of understanding and knowledge of the Victorian budget processes, health system funding, relevant departmental systems and environments is desirable.

• Background and experience in a public policy, economics, budgeting or analytical role, including the provision of complex strategic advice to senior management and other stakeholders.   

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.

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. If you have any queries in relation to the application or recruitment processes, please email talentacquisition@health.vic.gov.au.