Job Description
About the role:
The Senior Project Officer in the Public Health Prevention Programs Team will support and contribute to the development of state-wide and community level preventive health policies and programs. This includes influencing national and state policy outcomes and contract management with health prevention partners.
The Senior Project Officer will facilitate and strengthen relationships between stakeholders within the Branch, Department (central office and divisions), other departments, local government, non-government organisations, researchers, industry and communities. The role will also contribute to preventive health policy and programs, as determined through ongoing business planning and through responding to emerging priorities over time.
To be successful in this role you will be a vibrant team player, who has project management skills, an ability to take a strategic approach to challenges, can build strong relationships and can excel in delivering health prevention functions for the organisation.
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.
How you'll make a difference:
Proven ability to manage projects and promote teamwork.
Sound project management and ability to contribute positively to a team environment.
Demonstrated experience with all aspects of project coordination.
Possess excellent and professional customer service manner and presentation.
Demonstrated experience in writing in a clear, fluent and concise manner to produce written communications that are appropriate and readily understood by varied audiences.
Promotes flexibility and agility across the broader team.
Able to prepare complex briefs, letters, emails and reports using clear, concise and grammatically correct language and ensures that appropriate style and formats are used.
Highly developed influencing and negotiation skills, with the ability to use direct and indirect influencing strategies to gain agreement to proposals and ideas and explores alternatives to gain agreement without foregoing key objectives.
Proven ability to establish and maintain relationships with people at all levels and from different backgrounds and organisations.
Highly developed skills in planning and managing risks and ensures the use of honest, transparent and appropriate purchasing processes.
Demonstrates high level of awareness of own strengths and areas needing development.
Demonstrated willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities with the ability to meet deadlines while working in pressured situations.
To learn more please click ‘Apply' to view the Position Description on the Careers.vic website.
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.
Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks including proof of 3 vaccinations (including booster) against COVID-1+. Information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence, in line with our Privacy Policy.
The Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) Recruitment Policy allows for priority consideration for employees who apply through the Jobs Skills Exchange (JSE) jobs board platform. As such, these employees are strongly encouraged to submit their application through the JSE.
The Senior Project Officer in the Public Health Prevention Programs Team will support and contribute to the development of state-wide and community level preventive health policies and programs. This includes influencing national and state policy outcomes and contract management with health prevention partners.
The Senior Project Officer will facilitate and strengthen relationships between stakeholders within the Branch, Department (central office and divisions), other departments, local government, non-government organisations, researchers, industry and communities. The role will also contribute to preventive health policy and programs, as determined through ongoing business planning and through responding to emerging priorities over time.
To be successful in this role you will be a vibrant team player, who has project management skills, an ability to take a strategic approach to challenges, can build strong relationships and can excel in delivering health prevention functions for the organisation.
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.
How you'll make a difference:
Proven ability to manage projects and promote teamwork.
Sound project management and ability to contribute positively to a team environment.
Demonstrated experience with all aspects of project coordination.
Possess excellent and professional customer service manner and presentation.
Demonstrated experience in writing in a clear, fluent and concise manner to produce written communications that are appropriate and readily understood by varied audiences.
Promotes flexibility and agility across the broader team.
Able to prepare complex briefs, letters, emails and reports using clear, concise and grammatically correct language and ensures that appropriate style and formats are used.
Highly developed influencing and negotiation skills, with the ability to use direct and indirect influencing strategies to gain agreement to proposals and ideas and explores alternatives to gain agreement without foregoing key objectives.
Proven ability to establish and maintain relationships with people at all levels and from different backgrounds and organisations.
Highly developed skills in planning and managing risks and ensures the use of honest, transparent and appropriate purchasing processes.
Demonstrates high level of awareness of own strengths and areas needing development.
Demonstrated willingness to be flexible and adaptable to changing priorities with the ability to meet deadlines while working in pressured situations.
To learn more please click ‘Apply' to view the Position Description on the Careers.vic website.
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.
Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks including proof of 3 vaccinations (including booster) against COVID-1+. Information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence, in line with our Privacy Policy.
The Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) Recruitment Policy allows for priority consideration for employees who apply through the Jobs Skills Exchange (JSE) jobs board platform. As such, these employees are strongly encouraged to submit their application through the JSE.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Senior Project Officer position is now open for candidates interested in the Health Jobs sector. This role in Melbourne offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Health Jobs is a plus.
