Manager, Aboriginal Strategy and Governance

6 months ago

Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Health Full time

**About the role**:
The Manager, Aboriginal Strategy and Governance will hold accountability for connection and line of sight across all tiers of government to ensure coordination, collaboration and reduction of duplication in the delivery of Aboriginal health and wellbeing priorities, and will lead a small team to coordinate and lead responses to new and emerging issues and risks relating to Aboriginal governance structures and data, research and evidence is respectful of Aboriginal voice and upholds data sovereignty principles and commitments.
The role involves developing effective relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders including Aboriginal governance forums, relevant Divisional offices, government agencies, health services and the Aboriginal community-controlled sector 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.

**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**:

- Use strategic relationships and knowledge to predict and prepare for the impact of events on the organisation
- Drive a values-based organisation by holding self and organisation accountable in adhering to public sector values.
- Diagnose trends, obstacles, and opportunities in the internal and external environment.
- Forge useful partnerships with people across business areas, functions, and organisations.
- Build trust through consistent actions, values, and communication.

**Suitable applicants will be able to demonstrate**:

- Extensive experience coaching, developing and managing a team.
- Extensive experience in change management and providing positive and constructive leadership during and following change management periods.
- Proven ability to operate in accordance with delegated authority, consistent with departmental and government policies.
- Where responsible for overseeing, monitoring or delivering projects, ensure they are delivered in alignment with the principles of self-determination and accordance with relevant legislation and government regulations and guidelines.
- Identify emerging issues, risk and trends impacting on the successful achievement of key business objectives and imperatives and provide high quality business intelligence and sound recommendations based cultural knowledge and expertise, comprehensive research and investigations.
- Strong critical analysis and reporting skills, high attention to detail, excellent writing skills and experience in managing stakeholder relationships.
- Formulate compliance and evaluation strategies to address specific issues related to the effective provision and implementation of required outcomes.
- Provide a cultural lens, leadership, guidance and authoritative advice to internal and external stakeholders and prepare and present detailed, comprehensive reports, ministerial briefs, cabinet and agency submissions on complex matters.
- Highly developed culturally safe interpersonal and negotiation skills, with an ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships, provide advice on processes and policies, and work effectively with a diverse range of internal and external stakeholders.
- Demonstrated experience in a health discipline or relevant public policy area and/or additional qualifications in health or public policy is desirable.
- Demonstrated experience and understanding of working with Aboriginal organisations and Aboriginal community is desirable.
- 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 on the Careers.vic website.

**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.
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