Manager, Clinical Advisory Planning

Job Description

Applications close Sunday 23 February 2025 at 11.59PM Overview Work type: Full time Salary: $134,593 - $180,115 Grade: VPSG6 Occupation: Administration/Secretarial Location: CBD Reference: VG/DH/SP/737376The 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. This Ad is for 2 Manager Roles within the Clinical Advisory Planning Area About the role: Are you: A high performing individual with strong leadership and communication skills. Do you have current knowledge of the health system and hospital environments? Do you have experience in project management and/or health infrastructure? Victoria is experiencing significant growth in population, and demand for increased health services. To support this need, a substantial number of health infrastructure projects are in planning, development, and delivery. The Department requires an expert team to provide clinical advice to inform health infrastructure projects to ensure the hospitals we build in Victoria are functional, operationally affordable and support clinical and patient's needs. The Manager, Clinical Advisory will be a key advisor, providing comprehensive and accurate advice in the delivery of health infrastructure and the clinical drivers of Capital Planning. The role sits within the Department of Health and provides advice and direction to the health delivery agency (Victorian Health Building Authority). The position will lead, support and develop a team of advisors who can coordinate and develop key inputs into the clinical requirements needed for capital infrastructure. A key aspect of this role is working in partnership with Health Services. As a subject matter expert, a strong knowledge of the Victorian health care system and an understanding of the health care environment would be desirable. An understanding of health infrastructure and project management experience would be highly beneficial. Strong and engaging interpersonal and stakeholder management skills will be a key to success in 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. How you'll make a difference: Suitable applicants will be able to demonstrate: Role Accountability Leadership Lead specialised design project team, comprising VPS staff, contractors and external consultants to collate and provide expert, strategic advice, negotiate and liaise with stakeholders and service providers on a range of complex project design issues. Overseeing the development of key planning documentation, while working in partnership with Health Services and health delivery agency. Ensuring innovation and emerging trends in health care delivery are included in future planning. Project Management - Utilising Project Management skills that translate technical specifications and information into actionable briefs, plans and reports to key stakeholders, senior leadership, and project team members. Communication Providing expert advice to health delivery agency on capital planning deliverables and any clinical planning issues with a key focus on design, planning and stakeholder engagement. Build strong working relationships and competently negotiate using formal and informal channels of communication, with stakeholders and external institutions including branch team member, consultants, wider department, and the delivery agency to ensure work is prioritised and delivered on time and to appropriate, quality standards. Demonstrate in all your interactions a collaborative, can-do and professional manner that can deftly work across multiple and competing commitments. Planning and Organising - Sets clearly defined objectives and priorities and operates accordingly, reviewing and adjusting as required; Identifies processes, tasks and resources required to achieve a goal; Establishes systems and procedures to guide work and track progress; Recognises actual and potential barriers and finds effective ways to deal with them. Qualifications / Specialist Expertise Qualifications - Tertiary (Bachelor or higher) qualification in Health, Design, Project Management or related discipline and/or extensive experience within similar project delivery environments. Experience related to health, clinical delivery, capital planning, project management, health planning or health administration, would be highly desirable. Experience in health infrastructure an advantage. 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. Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks. 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