Manager, Sector Capability

Job Description

Victorian Collaborative Centre for Mental Health and Wellbeing Applications close Monday 17 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/VCCMHW/710687The Collaborative Centre for Mental Health and Wellbeing is a Victorian public entity led by a unique Co-CEO partnership and governed by an independent skills-based Board who report to the Minister for Mental Health. The Collaborative Centre is deeply committed to achieving its vision of better mental health and wellbeing for all Victorians through collaborating and learning together. In partnership with people with lived and living experiences, our core purpose is to translate evidence into innovation and effective practice and collaborate with the workforce and researchers towards our common goal of driving groundbreaking change to Victoria's Mental Health and Wellbeing system. About the role: The Victorian Collaborative Centre for Mental Health and Wellbeing is seeking a Manager, Sector Capability to lead the design of the Collaborative Centre's future workforce capability operating model, which will coordinate workforce development and training that is informed by evidence (including the evidence of lived experience). Reporting to the Director, the Manager, Sector Capability will also work closely with the broader research team to deliver a public learning and engagement program. Accountabilities Supporting the design and finalisation of the Centre's first Workforce Education and Development Strategy. Leading a collaborative process to design, establish and deliver the Collaborative Centre's workforce education and development operating model, working with broad stakeholders, partners, and contractors, including people with lived experiences, service providers, academics and government bodies. Designing and supporting the promotion, coordination and delivery of workforce education and development programs in line with the Collaborative Centre's Strategic Plan 2024-2027 and legislated functions. Develop and implement processes or strategies to ensure the meaningful engagement and full participation of those with lived and living experiences to support the Collaborative Centre's work. Applying a strong understanding of the strategic context to all work, including the respective roles and responsibilities of the Collaborative Centre, the Department of Health and service providers in building workforce capability and improving mental health and wellbeing services. Where responsible for overseeing, monitoring or delivering projects, ensure they are delivered in accordance with relevant legislation and government regulations and guidelines. Provide authoritative advice, reasoned recommendations and innovative solutions to complex and sensitive issues based on comprehensive research. Deliver initiatives that meet the Board and Collaborative Centre's objectives within resourcing, timeline and budget parameters. Manage external contracts actively and effectively. Monitor and report on high priority issues, risks and trends and prepare and present reports, Board papers and ministerial briefs. Qualifications / Specialist Expertise Demonstrated experience working with people that have a past or current lived experience of mental ill-health or psychological distress is preferable. A tertiary qualification in fields related to mental health, social sciences, health administration and/or public health is desirable. Specialist Expertise - Expert knowledge relating to effective workforce education and development building within the mental health (preferred), human services or health sectors, including working within complex systems to effect change on the ground. 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 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 Monday 17 February 2025 at 11.59PM. #J-18808-Ljbffr