Senior Project Officer, Health System & Asset Planning

Job Description

Senior Project Officer, Health System & Asset Planning Department of Health Applications close Tuesday 25 February 2025 at 11.59PM Overview Work type: Part time Salary: $109,730 - $132,764 Grade: VPSG5 Occupation: Projects Location: CBD Reference: VG/DH/SP/SENIORPOThe 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: An environmental professional with experience in the delivery of climate change or sustainability projects and initiatives. A clear and effective communicator. A collaborative, enthusiastic team player who is committed to driving improvement. The Senior Project Officer role presents a challenging and rewarding opportunity well suited to a motivated, adaptable individual eager to work collaboratively across the health sector. As a Senior Project Officer, you will be required to oversee the development and implementation of climate change adaptation and mitigation programs. You will also play a key role in supporting health services in the implementation of existing climate change and sustainability policies and programs including identifying opportunities for improvement. Supporting contextual understanding of program delivery, you will review relevant Victorian Government policy identifying linkages and impacts to the health portfolio. This short-term role has been created to job-share with a current employee who has moved to part-time arrangements. 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. Suitable applicants will be able to demonstrate: Knowledge and Skills 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. Problem Solving: Seeks all relevant information for problem-solving; liaises with stakeholders; analyses issues from different perspectives and draws sound inferences from information available; identifies and proposes workable solutions to problems; implements solutions, evaluates effectiveness and adjusts actions as required. Environmental Scanning: Monitors external sources and identifies underlying trends; develops, maintains and uses a variety of systems, processes, and sources to gather information and gain deeper understanding; uses a range of references and professional networks to conduct specific research. Verbal and Written Communication: Confidently conveys information in a simple, clear, concise and interesting way; clearly understands the target audience and the objectives of the communication; uses audience feedback to refine communication and ensure communications are understood; handles difficult and sensitive communications well. Personal Qualities Initiative and Accountability: Proactive and self-starting; seizes opportunities and acts upon them; takes responsibility for own actions. Resilience: Perseveres to achieve goals, even in the face of obstacles; copes effectively with setbacks and disappointments; remains calm and in control under pressure; accepts constructive criticism in an objective manner, without becoming defensive. Relationship Building: Establishes and maintains relationships with people at all levels; promotes harmony and consensus through diplomatic handling of disagreements; forges useful partnerships with people across business areas, functions and organisations; builds trust through consistent actions, values and communication; minimises surprises. Teamwork: Cooperates and works well with others in pursuit of team goals, collaborates and shares information, shows consideration, concern and respect for others feelings and ideas, accommodates and works well with the different working styles of others, encourages resolution of conflict within the group. Qualifications / Specialist Expertise Qualifications - A tertiary qualification in environmental science, engineering or related field is highly regarded. A practical understanding of Victorian and Commonwealth climate change and environmental legislation and policy is essential. Demonstrated experience in writing clear and concise communication material is essential. Health sector experience is highly regarded. Experience in Victorian cabinet processes and briefings is desirable. 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 . 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. 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. Applications close Tuesday 25 February 2025 at 11.59PM. #J-18808-Ljbffr