Strategic Financial Performance Lead

About this role

Please note that this opportunity is only available to existing Departmental staff at your substantive classification level. 

About the role: 

The Strategic Financial Performance Lead provides expert strategic and operational advice to strengthen financial sustainability, performance oversight, and value-for-money outcomes. The role leads the development and analysis of complex financial and performance insights, supports evidence‑based decision making at senior levels, and drives continuous improvement across planning, monitoring, and reporting processes. Working closely with executives and stakeholders, the Strategic Financial Performance Lead translates complex financial data into clear, actionable advice aligned to whole‑of‑government and departmental priorities.

The role is a great opportunity to demonstrate and build on the full set of public sector leadership skills, including collaborating and influencing across stakeholders, driving and reporting on priority matters, and managing risks. The role will grant exposure to senior stakeholders and decision makers and provides a good view of health system priorities and issues.

Please view position description for further information about the role.

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:

The Department of Health is seeking a Strategic Financial Performance Lead to drive financial strategy, performance improvement, and organisational outcomes across a complex operating environment. This role is responsible for translating strategic priorities into clear, long-term financial plans, ensuring alignment with broader organisational objectives while fostering a high-performing and committed team culture.

As a senior leader, you will demonstrate strong personal conviction and the ability to motivate others to deliver against shared goals. You will play a key role in influencing decision-making by building support for ideas, negotiating effectively, and leveraging both direct and indirect relationships to achieve outcomes. Your ability to engage experts and stakeholders will strengthen proposals and ensure sustainable, organisation-wide buy-in.

The role requires advanced problem-solving capability, including gathering and analysing information from multiple sources, engaging with stakeholders, and assessing issues from diverse perspectives. You will identify practical solutions, oversee their implementation, and continuously evaluate effectiveness to ensure optimal results.

Strong stakeholder management skills are essential. You will build and maintain productive partnerships by understanding stakeholder needs, identifying shared priorities, and navigating organisational contexts to deliver mutually beneficial outcomes. Your ability to resolve complex issues through innovative approaches will be critical.

You will also bring well-developed planning and organisational skills, setting clear priorities and establishing structured processes to achieve objectives. This includes anticipating challenges, allocating resources effectively, and implementing systems to monitor progress and adapt as needed.

This is an opportunity to contribute to meaningful public sector outcomes while shaping financial performance and strategic direction at a senior level.

Mandatory

• A tertiary qualification in fields related to health, business and/or management would be desirable.
• Membership of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Australia (ICAA) and/or Certified Practising Accountants of Australia (CPA)
• A strong understanding and knowledge of the policy context and direction of the Victorian health system, relevant departmental systems and environments.

On a personal level the candidate will be resilient and composed under pressure, able to navigate setbacks with a constructive mindset while working collaboratively and respectfully with others to achieve shared goals, and will demonstrate sound judgement by making timely, well-reasoned decisions even in complex or uncertain situations.

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.

If you have any queries in relation to recruitment processes at Health, or experience any issues in applying, please feel free to email talentacquisition@health.vic.gov.au. Please note that unsolicited applications will not be replied to. If you have questions regarding the role specifically, we would advise you to reach out to the contact listed on the advertisement directly.  

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