At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead a team to enhance emergency care and tackle emerging health risks.
- Company: Victorian Department of Health, dedicated to improving health outcomes for all Victorians.
- Benefits: Meaningful work, flexible arrangements, and growth opportunities in a supportive environment.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace welcoming diverse backgrounds; flexible working options available.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the health sector and help shape a healthier Victoria.
- Qualifications: Tertiary qualification in health, public policy, or management preferred; experience in health systems is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 82800 - 101200 $ per year.
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 Manager, System Response and Optimisation will lead a team to deliver critical system level programs across emergency care, such as the Virtual Emergency Department's program and expansion, and leading the response to new and emerging risks and issues that impact access to ambulance services, including the development of enabling improvements and reforms. Demonstrating relevant experience and expertise in health systems, government processes, stakeholder consultation, policy design, and program implementation, this role will provide the opportunity to engage with a wide range of stakeholders and impart enduring reform in the healthcare sector. You will work closely with our services, partnering to coordinate advice on cross-portfolio strategic policy issues and statewide reform matters. You will contribute to a positive team culture to build and sustain positive stakeholder relationships.
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:
Main Accountabilities Include:
- Develops policy frameworks within area of expertise or responsibility based on defined organisational priorities.
- Identifies and responds to new and emerging strategic issues impacting on the operating environment.
- Initiates and manages negotiations with peers (internal and external to work unit) to gain commitment to projects, and delivery of activities to meet timelines.
- Responsible for operational policy or service development impacting on a major functional area.
- Manages a large scale organisational service or regional delivery function.
Qualification(s):
A tertiary qualification in fields related to health, public policy, business and/or management, or health administration would be desirable.
Specialist expertise:
Significant knowledge and experience in government, health sector and/or health service delivery would be desirable, with skills and experience in project management and implementation.
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. A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements. 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.
Manager, System Response and Optimisation in Melbourne employer: Department of Health
The Department of Health in Victoria is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where your contributions directly impact health policy and governance. With a strong commitment to employee development, you will have access to ongoing training and growth opportunities, all while working alongside dedicated professionals in a collaborative culture that values evidence-based decision-making. Located in the heart of Victoria, this role provides a unique chance to influence health outcomes in a fast-paced executive setting.
