Strategic Adviser, Office of the CEO

About this role

About the role: 

The Strategic Adviser plays a critical strategic leadership and advisory role to the Chief Executive Officer, Hospitals Victoria and Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Hospitals Victoria, and is responsible for leading the Office of the CEO to operate effectively and efficiently. 

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. 

How you'll make a difference:

Managing relationships with senior stakeholders, both internal and external, resolution of complex issues and provision of strategic advice and support to CEO, Deputy CEO and the wider Hospitals Victoria Division are key to success in this role. 
The position manages emerging issues and areas of risk and ensures effective management of divisional accountabilities and responses including strategic planning, communications, coordination, reporting, and senior executive and Ministerial liaison.
The position operates with a high-level of professionalism, initiative and autonomy.

Suitable applicants will be able to demonstrate:

• A strong understanding of the Victorian health system and knowledge of the department and its operating processes and information systems.
• Strategic planning skills: thinks at the big picture level; entertains wide-ranging possibilities in developing a vision for the future; works across a number of time frames; translates strategic direction into day-to-day activities.
• Project management skills: Consults, liaises with and influences key stakeholders; produces detailed project plans where objectives are clearly defined and action steps for achieving them are clearly specified; monitors performance against objectives and manages project risks and issues; ensures project objectives are met.

To learn more please click ‘Apply' to view the Position Description on the Careers.vic website. 

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.

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