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Deputy Chief Aboriginal Health Adviser, Aboriginal Priority Projects and Reform

3 months ago


Melbourne, Victoria, Australia State Government of Victoria, Australia Full time
Deputy Chief Aboriginal Health Adviser, Aboriginal Priority Projects and Reform

Job posted: 14/06/2024

Job type: Full time / Five (5) year executive employment contract

Organisation: Department of Health

Occupation: Executive Management

Reference: VG/DH/AHW/719289

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 supportingVictorians to be as healthy as they can; whether through alerting them to seasonal risks like thunderstorm asthma, notifying them of contact with communicable diseases, safeguardingtheir 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'sall part of the way we partner with the community to help every individual lead a healthy life.

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:

The Deputy Chief Aboriginal Health Adviser Aboriginal Priority Projects and Reform provides senior advice and leadership to drive the delivery of key Aboriginal health and wellbeing priority initiatives and system reform, including supporting the Treaty process for the department. The role will drive the implementation of Aboriginal health and wellbeing strategic priorities ensuring a whole of department approach and accountability is established to deliver on Aboriginal community and community-controlled sector identified outcomes and enable sustained systemic change.

The role provides specialist knowledge, public health advice, sector and inter-sector leadership on critical strategies and represents the department at all levels of government, health and wellbeing sector and Aboriginal community-controlled sector. The role will identify opportunities through strategic insight and forward planning, system mapping and the utilisation of health system levers to enact change.

The role involves developing effective relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders including other government agencies, health services and key Aboriginal health organisation and a range of program and policy areas within the department.

The successful applicant will demonstrate sound leadership and people management skills, as well as an ability to influence others to maximise efficiency and effectiveness of the Victorian health workforces and improve outcomes for Victorians.

Suitable applicants will be able to demonstrate:

Cultural Knowledge and expertise including the ability to identify emerging issues, trends and potential risks that impact upon Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Demonstrated experience and understanding of working with Aboriginal organisations and Aboriginal community.

A strong understanding of the Victorian health system, and knowledge of the department and its operating processes and information systems is essential.

To learn more please click 'Apply' to view the Position Description.

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 . Please view our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion here .

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks including proof of 3 vaccinations (including booster) against COVID-19. 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 Victorian Public Service (VPS) and select employees of the Victorian Public Sector who apply through the Jobs Skills Exchange (JSE) jobs board platform. As such, these employees are strongly encouraged to submit their application through JSE rather than via external advertisement.

Only Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People are eligible to apply as this position is exempt under the SPECIAL MEASURES PROVISION of S12(1) of the Equal Opportunity Act (VIC).

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Job type:

Full time / Five (5) year executive employment contract

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