Principal Program Adviser, Statewide Programs and
1 week ago
***:
We have an exciting opportunity to join the Statewide Programs and Implementation Unit and make a real difference to the mental health and wellbeing system in Victoria.
Following the Royal Commission into Victoria's Mental Health System (Royal Commission), the Statewide Programs and Implementation Unit is responsible for the implementation of recommendations including the delivery of supported housing for adults and young people living with mental illness (Recommendation 25). Working alongside Homes Victoria, the Principal Program Adviser takes a key leadership role in the implementation of 2000 supported housing places for adults. The Principal Program Adviser also takes a key leadership role in the team and unit working alongside the Manager on a range of statewide programs and projects.
As a key priority of the Victorian Government, this role presents a unique opportunity to form part of diverse and skilled team and play a key role in addressing a range of important issues facing our community including mental health and wellbeing responses to emergencies and disasters. In response to the findings of the Royal Commission, the Mental Health and Wellbeing Division in the Department of Health is embarking on the ambitious policy challenge of reshaping the mental health system in Victoria to reshape the scope and the way mental health services are delivered in Victoria. These reforms also include a focus on supporting integrated services for people with co-occurring menta health and substance use issues.
Are You
- Highly skilled in commissioning, system and performance management, with a proven track record of delivering quality outcomes?
- Experienced in project management, have good attention to detail and analytical skills?
- Experienced in negotiation and building and maintaining partnerships with stakeholders and communities?An individual with superior engagement and communication skills?
*
Accountabilities
- Provide authoritative advice, reasoned recommendations and innovative solutions to complex and sensitive issues based on comprehensive analysis.
- Implement policy initiatives that meet government and departmental objectives within resourcing, timeline and budget parameters.
- Monitor and report on high priority issues, risks and trends and prepare and present reports, ministerial briefs, Cabinet and agency submissions.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships and facilitate the flow of information across the department and with key external stakeholders.
- Maintain an understanding of Commonwealth and State legislative and policy reform directions to influence policy development.
- Represent the department on key stakeholder committees and groups concerned with achieving government and departmental objectives and contribute to relevant committee and governance processes.
- 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.
- Demonstrate how the actions and outcomes of this role and work unit impact clients and the department's ability to deliver, or facilitate the delivery of, effective support and services.
Mandatory Vaccination Policy
**HOW TO APPLY**:
-
Principal Adviser
4 days ago
Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions Full time**Principal Adviser** - _Salary: $138,631 - $185,518 (Plus Superannuation)_ - _Ongoing role_ - _Usual hours of work: Full time (flexibility may be available)_ - _Usual work location: 121 Exhibition Street, Melbourne (flexibility may be available)_ **The Role** The Principal Adviser provides expert strategic advice and exceptional project management to...
-
Manager Principal Programs
4 days ago
Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Education Full time**An exciting opportunity to join our team and play an important role in the Victorian Academy of Teaching and Leadership (Academy).** At the Academy, we are passionate about meaningful and exciting work that has an impact on education and student outcomes. Our shared purpose is to create and offer evidence-informed professional learning programs, events...
-
Principal Program Adviser, Ambulance
1 day ago
Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Health Full time***: The Principal Program Adviser will lead and contribute to the development and implementation of a range of innovative strategy and reform projects to improve the current efficiency of ambulance and patient transport services in Victoria and the patient experience. To be successful in this role, you will be a high performing individual with strong...
-
Principal Practice Adviser
6 days ago
Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Full time**THE ROLE** The aim of the Principal Practice Adviser Child Protection and Children and Families is to provide practice leadership, advice and support as it relates to child protection and other parts of the service system that intersect with children and young people involved with Child Protection. The role aims to strengthen the skills and knowledge of...
-
Talent and Programs Adviser
2 weeks ago
Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Justice and Community Safety Full timeBe part of a collaborative and passionate team - Opportunity to redesign a long running youth program - VPS Grade 4: $90,067 - $102,192 plus superannuation About us The Department of Justice and Community Safety leads the delivery of justice services in Victoria. Supporting the strategic objective of “building a high performance justice system”, the...
-
Principal Practice Adviser
2 weeks ago
Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Full time**THE ROLE** The aim of the Principal Practice Adviser is to strengthen the skills and knowledge of child protection practitioners and build a child-focussed family-centred practice culture that integrates evidence from research and critical reflection. The Principal Practice Adviser will undertake specialist assessments, interventions and case reviews The...
-
Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Health Full time**About the role**: The Principal Program Adviser reports to the Manager, AOD Performance and Commissioning. The role provides high-level coordination, advice and program/project management within the AOD Performance and Commissioning team, with a focus on the Kickstart program and forensic alcohol and other drug (AOD) programs. This role supports strategic...
-
Principal Adviser
1 week ago
Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Health Full time***: The Victorian Health Building Authority (VHBA) is responsible for the planning and delivery of the Victorian Government's multibillion-dollar health infrastructure program including $16.6 billion in managed assets and $8.8 billion in planning and delivery. Our work includes planning and building new hospitals and ambulance stations, aged care and mental...
-
Principal Adviser
2 weeks ago
Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Health Full timeRole purpose The Victorian Health Building Authority (VHBA) is responsible for the planning and delivery of the Victorian Government's multibillion-dollar health infrastructure program including $16.6 billion in managed assets and $8.8 billion in planning and delivery. Our work includes planning and building new hospitals and ambulance stations, aged care...
-
Principal Legal Policy Adviser
1 day ago
Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Justice and Community Safety Full timeAbout the Business Unit Through its Regulation and Dispute Services Group, the Department of Government Services (‘the department') leads regulatory functions across the Consumer Affairs portfolio. The Regulation and Dispute Services portfolio interacts with a number of other government portfolios and impacts on everyday Victorians, a range of industries...
