The Department of Health plays a critical role in the Victorian health system and is responsible for shaping it to meet the health needs of all Victorians. We’re focused on
supporting Victorians to be as healthy as they can; whether through alerting them to seasonal risks like thunderstorm asthma, notifying them of contact with
communicable diseases, safeguarding their drinking water, developing the best health, wellbeing and care facilities in the world, being at the forefront of mental health and
wellbeing treatment or accelerating medical research. It’s all part of the way we partner with the community to help every individual lead a healthy life.
About the role:
This position is a Fixed-Term, Full-time role from 1 July 2026 to 30 June 2029.
The Senior Policy Adviser will contribute to and lead policy and legislative reform projects relating the National Registration and Accreditation Scheme (NRAS) for 16 regulated health professions. The Victorian Department of Health is funded through the Health Chief Executive Forum (HCEF) to perform the NRAS national policy lead function on behalf of all jurisdictions in relation to reforms to the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law. The team also performs Secretariat functions for the Legislation Committee, which undertakes work on behalf of the Health Workforce Taskforce (HWT), HCEF and the Health Ministers Meeting (HMM).
Reporting to the Principal Policy Adviser, the Senior Policy Adviser will assist in national consultation and policy development and analysis in collaboration other jurisdictions and national bodies such as the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (Ahpra). The Senior Policy Adviser will contribute to the preparation of advice to department executives and ministers on regulatory practice issues at national and state levels, and contribute to regulatory policy advice and reform projects across the department's portfolios to ensure that reform design and implementation is optimal, consistent, and aligned with strategic and policy priorities.
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:
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Contribute to and lead policy and legislative reform projects relating to the NRAS.
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Monitor and report on high priority issues, risks and trends and prepare and present reports, ministerial briefs, and Cabinet submissions.
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Represent the department on key stakeholder committees and groups concerned with achieving government and departmental objectives and contribute to relevant committee and governance processes.
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Support the team in appropriate record management and keep accurate and complete records of your work activities in accordance with legislative requirements and the department's records, information security and privacy policies and requirements.
Qualification/Specialist Expertise
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A tertiary qualification in fields related to public policy, regulation, health, law or other relevant fields would be desirable.
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Knowledge of or experience in any of the following would be desirable:
- policy issues relating to health practitioner regulation, the NRAS or other national regulatory schemes
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legislative and regulatory reform
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intergovernmental relations.
What we offer:
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The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.
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A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector.
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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
[email protected]. For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health.
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