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:
The Senior Adviser supports delivery of the suite of savings initiatives approved by Health Finance Board and Cabinet. Actual delivery of the initiatives remains the responsibility of specific DH divisions, therefore these roles must operate in a highly collaborative and networked manner. The Senior Advisor will need to work closely with the Principal Advisor, who will be responsible for specific streams of work, to support strong coordination across the entire strategic portfolio of activity from design, delivery to performance.
This role ensures the Division "delivers things the right way". You will provide the operational rigor, ensuring the roadmap is translated into scoped, transparent, and risk-managed initiatives. The role ensures the Division delivers its initiatives consistently, predictably and transparently. It provides portfolio oversight, governance coordination, delivery support and assurance. It works closely with responsible executives, project leads and central agencies to ensure initiatives are well‑scoped, well‑governed and on track to deliver intended outcomes.
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?
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Provide lead oversight for delivery governance, ensuring projects meet baseline milestones and remain within scope.
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Support responsible leaders to scope, plan and deliver initiatives, including business cases, project plans, milestones and RAID log (Risks, Assumptions, Issues, Dependencies) management across the portfolio
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Design and manage the cadence, artifacts, and forums that ensure smooth information flow.
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Prepare meeting papers and meeting meetings for various governance forums as the secretariat
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Operate as part of a team, leading, collaborating and assisting with common tasks as required, and supporting colleague and contribute to a collaborative, high‑performing Strategy & Delivery unit.
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Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders to ensure alignment and shared understanding of strategic direction
Qualifications / Specialist Expertise
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Experience in project management, PMO, governance or delivery roles.
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Knowledge of the department and its operating practices as well as government processes and information systems would be advantageous, as would a sound understanding of financial management, risk management and governance in health.
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 cont inue 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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