Senior Policy Officer, System Reform

About this role

1 X Ongoing & 1 X Temporary Backfill until May 31, 2026

About the role: 

The Senior Policy Officer is an integral member of a small team responsible for driving collaboration between health services. In this role, you will help to develop and deliver reforms, with a strong focus on the hospital system. This includes supporting voluntary merger processes between health services and performance oversight of the new Local Health Service Networks – a key recommendation from the Health Services Plan.

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:

• Able to provide advice and develop innovative solutions to complex issues based on thorough research
• Analyse and interpret policy and laws to form recommendations and considers implications. 
• Monitor and report on issues, risks and trends and prepare reports, ministerial briefs, and Cabinet submissions. 
• Support the delivery of departmental policies and services, including when impacted by sensitive and complex issues. 

Qualifications / Specialist Expertise

Qualifications - A tertiary qualification in fields related to health, politics or public administration would be desirable. 

Specialist Expertise

Highly desirable:

• Comprehensive health system expertise: experience and understanding across health service policy, hospital operations and system management 
• Public sector management: comprehensive understanding of the operation of government at all levels and demonstrated ability to lead and develop high performing employees.  

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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