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Senior Public Health Advisor, Communicable Disease Unit

Department of Health -
Melbourne VIC

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Job Details

Full-time
$116,413 - $140,849 a year
6 days ago

Qualifications

Systems design
Recruiting
Leadership
Communication skills

Full Job Description

Overview

Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time

Salary: $116,413 - $140,849

Grade: VPS 5

Occupation: Other

Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference: VG/CPH/720411

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 to 29 October 2027.

The Senior Public Health Adviser will support communicable disease prevention and control activities across the networked public health system through the provision and maintenance of state-wide policy, strategy, surveillance, assurance, co-ordination and outbreak response.

Demonstrating relevant technical expertise and experience in antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and communicable disease control as well as in information gathering, critical thinking and analysis, strategy development, peer support and stakeholder engagement, this role will have the opportunity to coordinate and develop public health control strategies that keep Victorians safe from communicable diseases.

The successful applicant for this role will be a high performing team member with strong technical knowledge and experience in the management of including outbreak management as well as strong written and verbal communication skills and problem-solving abilities; this will be complemented by strategic leadership and peer support skills with an eye for system design and improvement. The successful applicant will have an ability to work flexibly across the Communicable Disease Unit to support evolving public health and strategic priorities, emerging threats and urgent operational responses.

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:

Provide authoritative, evidence-based advice on communicable disease matters to management within the Department, external agencies and members of the public as required.
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.
Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and for that of others in the workplace by working in accordance with legislative requirements and the department's occupational health and safety (OHS) policies and procedures.
Demonstrate how the actions and outcomes of this role and work unit impact clients and the department's ability to deliver, or facilitate the delivery of, effective support and services.

Qualification/Specialist Expertise

Tertiary qualification in health or environmental health is required.
Post graduate qualifications in public health, public policy or an equivalent would be desirable.
Experience in communicable disease prevention and control activities 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:&#16 0;

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.

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks. Information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence in line with our Privacy Policy.

Applications close Friday 10 July 2026 at 11.59pm

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26 June 2026

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