Project Officer, Mental Health Performance and Commissioning / Evidence Outcomes & Info Systems

About this role

About the role: 

The Project Officer - Data for OCP is responsible for providing project, policy and administrative support with a focus on data use to inform continuous clinical improvement of the mental health sector, specifically to support the legislated and continuous improvement work of the Office of the Chief Psychiatrist. This role sits within Performance Reporting and Business Intelligence, Performance and Commissioning int he Mental Health and Wellbeing Division. This includes providing support to other team members delivering projects to improve business intelligence and performance reporting and providing support to other team members delivering projects to improve business intelligence and performance reporting. It also includes support with clinical leadership and quality and safety oversight of mental health services, which are statutory functions of the Office of the Chief Psychiatrist under the Mental Health and Wellbeing Act 2022.

The Project Officer works with colleagues to design, plan, coordinate and deliver reports and projects. They manage multiple priorities and liaise with stakeholders as part of performing these duties. The Project Officer also provides administrative and analytical support through collecting and analysing data, maintaining up to date data dashboards and preparing correspondence and documents.

Teamwork is a core part of the role. The Project Officer assists colleagues to navigate systems and processes and contributes to team planning and activities and works across the Performance Reporting team and the Office of the Chief Psychiatrist.
The Project Officer needs to be effective at time-management by balancing competing priorities, meeting strict deadlines, adapting to shifting requirements and responding promptly to urgent tasks.

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:

• Supports data related project support to the OCP with a focus on data to inform continuous clinical improvement of the mental health sector
• Understands data and can use data to understand issues and support problem solving.
• Prepares presentations, reports, briefs and correspondence on complex issues that impact at program or organisational level
• Researches and applies theoretical knowledge in a specialised field to solve problems
• Manages multi-disciplinary projects under direction and contributes data expertise to teams working on complex projects.

Qualifications/Specialist Expertise:

• Tertiary qualification in a quantitative discipline (or extensive equivalent work experience) are essential.
• Health administration, public policy, data analytics or a related field would be desirable. Demonstrated experience in analysing complex datasets, developing data-driven insights, and supporting program or service performance functions would be advantageous, particularly in a public sector or community services context.

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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