This Advert is for 4 x Ongoing roles
Position Contacts
CPH-34 - Lauren Cook-Zabrdac - [email protected]
CPH-37 - Courtney Bentley - [email protected]
CPH-38 - Agnes Tzimos - [email protected]
CPH-39 - Julian Van Dijk - [email protected]
About the role:
We are seeking four Policy Officers to join our team to contribute to health system reform across Victoria. In these roles, you will provide high-quality research, analysis, and strategic advice to shape the future of public health, community programs, and legislative frameworks.
We are currently recruiting for roles across three key focus areas:
- Legislative Strategy: Stewarding health acts, policy & regulations to ensure they are fit-for-purpose.
- Population Health Policy & Reform: Working on the big picture initatives, prevention systems, and system-wide improvements.
- Community Health Programs: Modernising local community care initiatives and designing community health programs.
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:
Can you demonstrate the following?
- Researches and develops recommendations in a specific field of expertise
- Develops and implements operational policy which impacts the immediate work area
- Contributes to strategic policy development within a specific field of expertise
- Manages projects, usually under limited direction
- Contributes expertise to a team working on complex projects
- Prepares project scopes and briefs within broad parameters
Qualifications / Specialist Expertise
- A tertiary qualification in field related to Public Health, Public Policy/Administration, Health Administration, Business Management, Community Health, Law or Regulation is Desirable
- Knowledge and experience in government/public health, community health or project management is desirable
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 [email protected]. 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 [email protected]. 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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