Principal Policy Adviser, Reform Design and Delivery

2 days ago

Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Health Full time

**About the role**:
The Principal Policy Adviser, Reform Design and Delivery, leads the identification, development and implementation of initiatives to reform the planned care systems (planned surgery and outpatient care), whilst building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders who represent a workforce, consumer and government lens. Front and centre of this is the implementation of the Planned Surgery Reform Blueprint, containing ten key reforms to reshape the Victorian planned surgery system. This role will be critical to leading the increasing same day surgery (Reform 1) and scaling high throughput approaches (Reform 6) of the Planned Surgery Reform Blueprint.

**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.

**About you**:

- An experienced strategic and innovative thinker with a passion for working with multiple stakeholders to address complex issues
- Passionate about the health sector and how we can drive state-wide reform opportunities in planned care, in particular by driving same day surgery and theatre optimisation
- Demonstrated experience and expertise in health systems, government processes, stakeholder consultation, policy design, and program implementation, stakeholders management reform implementation in the healthcare sector.
- Tertiary qualifcation holder n fields related to health, public policy, business and/or management, or health administration
- Significant knowledge and experience in government, health sector and/or health service delivery with skills and experience in project management and implementation

**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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