Program Officer

**Victorian Managed Insurance Authority (VMIA)**:

- Program Officer (Harm Prevention)
- Full Time, 12 months Max Term Opportunity

**Key Highlights**
- Hybrid working environment, Melbourne CBD, close to Flinders Street station
- Salary Range - $116,014K - $128,868 (total remuneration package inclusive of super).

**About the role**

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and experienced Program Officer to join the Harm Prevention team to help successfully develop and deliver programs and services that prevent or reduce harm to the Victorian community.

In this role, you'll be responsible for delivering key elements of programs and services that sit in the Harm Prevention Program Roadmap, which may include Maternity or Surgery Programs of work, as well as new programs as they arise.

You report to the Manager, Harm Prevention Programs and your role in the Harm Prevention team within the Risk, Insurance and Claims Services Division.

**Key Responsibilities**
- ; Contribute to strategic planning and decision making for a suite of Harm Prevention programs and services, within the context of the wider Harm Prevention Roadmap and VMIA strategy.
- ; Support the planning, design, execution, monitoring, evaluation, and closure of programs, ensuring deliverables are achieved within expected timeframes and according to allocated budget.
- ; Responsible for the day-to-day delivery of services across their lifecycle, ensuring services achieve their targets and meet stakeholder expectations.
- ; Coordinate program and service documentation including client facing collateral, financial documentation and forecasting and Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) with our external partners.
- ; Contribute to the identification of the best suppliers to support our programs and services and manage procurements in line with VMIA policies and guidelines.
- ; Reporting including monthly program and service reporting, insights, and risk assessments.

**Who you work with**
- ; Work closely and consult regularly with the Subject Matter Experts, Manager for Harm Prevention Program and Program Leads, Manager for Risk Advisory and Risk Advisers in the Health practice team to ensure that the program runs to schedule, to scope and is informed by the latest evidence.
- ; Engage with the Head of Health Sector Practice and other members of the RICS division to provide any relevant documentation for reviewing and signing.
- ; Work with your peers across the organisation including the Communications Team, Insurance Services, Business Performance, Insights and Analytics and Client Advisory.

**What we are looking for**
- ; Excellent organisational skills and can manage tasks to completion when they require collaboration from multiple teams and levels of management.
- ; Experienced in building relationships across all levels within an organisation and can influence and engage with external stakeholders at all levels of seniority.
- ; Draw on a robust understanding of our clients including DH and Vic Government agencies and health sectors' unique needs and challenges and collaborate with colleagues across VMIA to ensure our business is best placed to support our clients achieve their objectives.
- ;Manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively with excellent written, presentation and verbal communication skills.
- ; Proficient analytical and decision-making skills and sound knowledge in project management.
- ; Advanced technology and computer skills, MS Services suite and Portfolio Project Management Suits, SharePoint essential and Microsoft Project, Power BI, PowerPoint, and Visio

**Qualifications**
- ; You have attained or are working towards a relevant tertiary qualification and or working towards a project management certification.
- Desirable requirements but not essential:

- ; It is desirable to hold a membership of a relevant Risk Management, insurance, and relevant organisation and have experience in the Health Sector or Government.

**Why join VMIA?**

At VMIA, we believe diversity drives innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.

We offer:

- Flex work: Hybrid working to support your best performance.
- Parenting support: Generous parental leave (16 weeks paid parental leave for primary carers and 2 weeks for secondary carers) and breastfeeding-friendly facilities.
- Learning & Development: Annual investment ($2,500) in your growth, with in-house training, and LinkedIn Learning access in addition.
- Wellbeing: Wellness sessions, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and ergonomic support.
- Culture & Lifestyle: Iconic office location, volunteer leave and life-stage support.

**How to apply**

**Salary Information**

At VMIA, we offer competitive salaries based on the role's classification and your skills and experience. Typically, new employees start at the minimum of the salary range, however, consideration may be g