About the role: 

The Manager, Community and Statewide Programs leads a team responsible for the commissioning, implementation and performance oversight of a range of community and statewide mental health services across Victoria, including Mental Health and Wellbeing Locals, a flagship reform of the Royal Commission into Victoria's Mental Health System. The role ensures services are delivered in line with government priorities, funding requirements and service expectations, while driving service improvement and better outcomes for consumers, families and carers.

Reporting to the Director, the Manager provides leadership and support to staff, fosters strong relationships with service providers and key stakeholders, and oversees complex projects and reform initiatives. The role requires strong people leadership, stakeholder engagement and problem-solving skills, and is well suited to individuals who thrive in a dynamic environment and are committed to strengthening Victoria's community mental health system.

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:

Can you demonstrate the following?

Effectively supervise and provide leadership to a team of employees by:

• leading and supporting individuals to achieve their potential and contributing to organisational goals and outcomes.
• modelling behaviours integral to good people management and departmental values.
• where relevant, managing and monitoring specific improvement objectives in annual improvement plans relating to the area of responsibility.
• Where responsible for overseeing, monitoring or delivering projects, ensure they are delivered on time and within budget and in accordance with applicable requirements and expectations. 
• Identify emerging issues, risk and trends impacting on the successful achievement of key business objectives and imperatives and provide high quality business intelligence and sound recommendations based on comprehensive research and investigations
• Provide leadership, guidance and authoritative advice to internal and external stakeholders and prepare and present detailed, comprehensive reports, ministerial briefs, cabinet and agency submissions on complex matters.

Qualifications / Specialist Expertise

• Tertiary qualification in public administration or health or a related field is required
• Expertise in health system reform is desirable
• A strong understanding of the Victorian health system, and knowledge of the department and its operating processes and information systems is 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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