Program Manager, Antimicrobial Resistance, Genomics

Location: Melbourne | CBD

Job type: Full time

Organisation: Department of Health

**Salary**: $134,593 - $180,115

Occupation: Projects

Reference: VG/DH/CPH/1832509

The Department of Health plays a critical role in the Victorian health system and is responsible for shaping it to meet the health needs of all Victorians. We’re focused on supporting Victorians to be as healthy as they can; whether through alerting them to seasonal risks like thunderstorm asthma, notifying them of contact with communicable diseases, safeguarding their drinking water, developing the best health, wellbeing and care facilities in the world, being at the forefront of mental health and wellbeing treatment or accelerating medical research. It’s all part of the way we partner with the community to help every individual lead a healthy life.

**About the role**:
The Program Manager, Antimicrobial Resistance, Genomics and Laboratories plays a critical role in the relationship and program management of several funded agencies to ensure the successful delivery of services to maximise health benefits for all Victorians. This includes leadership and oversight in the creation, administration and reporting against service level agreements and financial acquittals, as well as managing any risk and audit requirements associated with a funded program.

**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**:
Are you:

- Able to oversee and lead program management for and engagement with funded programs, including the development of Service Level Agreements and commissioning activity.
- Experienced in managing budgets, finance and procurement matters. This involves monitoring budgets, leading procurement activities, and delivery of strategic financial management advice that drives financial sustainability.
- A collaborative, enthusiastic team player who will contribute to a high performing culture, deliver successful outcomes, develop capability within the team and be a leader within the branch?

The Program Manager is responsible for driving service improvement and identifying strategic opportunities for the department and stakeholders to strengthen the management of communicable disease in Victoria.

The role will involve developing effective relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders and require strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

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

- Stakeholder management skills: Identifies issues in common for one or more stakeholders and uses to build mutually beneficial partnerships. Identifies and responds to stakeholder's underlying needs. Uses understanding of the stakeholder's organisational context to ensure outcomes are achieved. Finds innovative solutions to resolve stakeholder issues.
- Tertiary qualification in fields related to health administration, business studies, finance or related fields, or equivalent experience, is desirable.
- A strong understanding of program management and commissioning activities in the Victorian public health system, and knowledge of the departments operating processes would be advantageous.

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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