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Manager, Policy

2 months ago

Melbourne City Centre, Australia Victorian Health Promotion Foundation Full time

Rare opportunity to work on a wide range of rich, complex health issues
- Make a real difference and drive real change
- Join us as we embark on our new VicHealth Strategy 2023-2033

For the past decade, our work has been guided by an integrated 10-year strategy. Looking to the future, as we embark on our new 10 year strategy, we are looking to reimagine systems that impact our health and wellbeing, promoting a healthier, fairer Victoria.
We are currently recruiting for a person to fill the position of Manager, Policy & Government Relations. This position is located within a cross-organisational Policy, Strategy & Impact Group responsible for maximising VicHealth's value in the public policy process and evidenced based thought leadership.
The Manager, Policy & Government Relations leads the Policy & Government relations team and provides support for CEO engagement with senior government and political stakeholders. The position supports a coordinated approach to government engagement across VicHealth, in relation to health policy and programs.
Other qualities that will be well regarded include agility, initiative, and the ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
VicHealth is committed to ensuring appointments represent the diversity of our community. Women, Indigenous people, people with disability, young people, LGBTIQ+ people and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

**Closing Date**: Friday 11 August 2023 Unit: Policy, Strategy & Impact GroupTenure: Permanent, Full Time Classification: VicHealth Grade E Remuneration: $126,933-152,586 (plus superannuation and other benefits)

**Qualifications and experience required**:

- Relevant tertiary and post graduate qualifications
- Extensive industry experience in policy development and formulation at a senior level
- Post graduate qualifications highly regarded
- Experience working within the government sector including extensive experience in State government and with Ministers
- Strong understanding of the public policy development process and mechanisms to inform and influence policy
- Strong leadership and exceptional relationship management experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Strong people management skills.

**How to apply**:
Applications must include a cover letter and a current resume.
The cover letter must include why the applicant feels they are suitable for the position, including how they meet the Key Selection Criteria from the Position Description. Please refer to the position description attached to view the associated qualifications and experience associated with the position.
The successful applicant will be required to undertake a Police Check and a WWCC.
Applications can be submitted by clicking Apply. For further information about the role, please contact Marcus Flood, People & Culture on (03) 9667 1386.
VicHealth acknowledges the support of the Victorian Government.

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