Senior Program Adviser, Performance & Commissioning

Job Description

Senior Program Adviser, Performance & Commissioning Job posted: 24/01/2025 Job type: Full time / Until March 2, 2026 Organisation: Department of Health Occupation: Projects Reference: VG/DH/HHS/SENPROGRAMAD Closes: 09/02/2025 Classification: VPSG5 Salary Range: $109,730 - $132,764 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 Senior Program Adviser is part of a small team that monitors health service performance in Victoria's North East as well as coordinating statewide performance functions. The role coordinates and leads responses to new and emerging issues and risks relating to metropolitan, rural and regional health services. The role plays a key role in coordination of statewide performance functions including the annual budget cycle and Statement of Priority process. Demonstrated competency in monitoring financial, quality and governance issues, well-developed analytical and conceptual skills, relationship management and the ability to manage tight deadlines are critical to the role. The role also involves developing effective relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders including health service Chief Executive Officers, health service executives and a range of program and policy areas within the department. The position specialises in Quality, Safety and Performance across health services. The role is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a collaborative environment that requires systems thinking, excellent communication skills and a drive to improve healthcare for metropolitan, rural and regional communities. How you'll make a difference: Suitable applicants will be able to demonstrate: Knowledge and Skills Conceptual and Analytical Ability: Deals with concepts, ambiguity and complexity comfortably; uses analytical and conceptual skills to reason through problems, has creative ideas and can project how these can link to innovations. Systems Thinking: Diagnoses trends, obstacles, and opportunities in the internal and external environment; understands the linkages between natural systems and communities to inform policy. Influence and Negotiation: Gains agreement to proposals and ideas; builds behind-the-scenes support for ideas to ensure buy-in and ownership. Self-Management: Plans and prioritises work to ensure outcomes are achieved, resists the temptation to react immediately without taking time to think things through. Personal Qualities Drive and Commitment: Enthusiastic and committed; demonstrates capacity for sustained effort and hard work. Initiative and Accountability: Proactive and self-starting; seizes opportunities and acts upon them. Flexibility: Adaptable to changing priorities and ability to meet deadlines while working in pressured situations. Teamwork: Cooperates and works well with others in the pursuit of team goals. Integrity: Committed to the public interest; operates in a manner that is consistent with the organisation's code of conduct. Qualification: A qualification in health, business, project management and or working in government or the health sector would be advantageous but not required. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr