Principal Policy Officer

2 weeks ago


Melbourne, Australia Department of Health Full time

Location: Melbourne | CBD

Job type: Full time / 29/09/2023

Organisation: Department of Health

**Salary**: $129,379 - $173,138

Occupation: Policy

Reference: VG/DH/PH/1722379

***:
The purpose of the role of Principal Policy Officer is to undertake priority strategic projects for the Executive Director, Health Protection to support positive public health outcomes for Victorians.

**Are you**
- A highly skilled and experienced policy thinker, designer or project manager?
- Do you have policy experience?
- Do you have a passion for protecting the health of Victorians?
- Do you have an eye for detail and the ability to communicate complex matters clearly and succinctly?

**Accountabilities**
- Create compelling written and visual products for senior audiences, presenting complex information clearly.
- Provide authoritative advice to internal and external stakeholders and prepare and present detailed reports, ministerial briefs, cabinet and agency submissions on complex matters.
- Build and maintain positive relationships with key stakeholders to facilitate a partnership approach.
- Contribute to the full life cycle of projects to meet departmental objectives including:
(a) Undertaking research, analysis and implementation of projects based on defined outcomes and outputs.
(b) Managing projects or sub-projects and being accountable for the successful delivery and completion of the projects/sub-projects within resourcing, timeline and budget parameters.
(c) Monitoring and evaluating projects to ensure departmental objectives are met.
- Lead and/or support the delivery of priority projects for the Health Protection Branch, led by the Office of the Executive Director.
- Keep accurate and complete records of your work activities in accordance with legislative requirements and the department's records, information security and privacy policies and requirements.
- Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and for that of others in the workplace by working in accordance with legislative requirements and the department's occupational health and safety (OHS) policies and procedures.

**Mandatory Vaccination Policy**

**HOW TO APPLY**:
For this position, you are not required to address each of the key selection criteria in a separate written document.

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.


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