Project Support Officer, Prevention, Policy and First Peoples

About this role

About the role: 

The Project Support Officer provides high-level project and administrative support to ensure the smooth and efficient management of the day-to-day operations of the Gambling Harm Prevention and Response unit. The role includes confidential secretarial and administrative functions and provides a pivotal point of contact for key stakeholders from a diverse range of government, private, public and community service sectors.

The Project Support Officer undertakes a broad range of tasks including diary, email and meeting management, preparation of written correspondence, maintaining accounts and budgets, and assisting with projects as required. The role works in close collaboration with other project and administrative support staff (including Executive Assistants) in the Prevention, Policy and First Peoples branch.

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:

• Highly organised and able to manage in a dynamic and demanding environment.
• Experienced in providing project support.
• Enthusiastic and self-motivated.

To be successful in this role, you will need a demonstrated background in providing project support in a busy work environment. You will possess experience and expertise in operating departmental systems, demonstrate a capacity for sustained effort and hard work and set high performance standards for yourself and others.

To view further information about the role including key contact details and the advertisement closing date please click on the position description attached.

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.

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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