Project Officer

**About the role**:
We are looking for a person who is:

- passionate about making a real difference to people's health through large-scale, systemic health system design
- a curious person and big-picture thinker, interested in emerging health trends, and able to use your communication skills to influence others and drive reform opportunities, and
- a team player who works collaboratively with others to share ideas, develop, and test options, and support and lead high-quality work.

In this role, you will be working on multiple system design projects with a strong focus on the service capability framework program and supporting the System Design and Planning Unit to develop and deliver on system wide reforms - with a strong focus on the hospital system - that improve the health of Victorians. Some of the ways we do this are by:

- developing the strategic design frameworks, such as role delineation, that set the direction of the hospital system now, and into the future,
- developing and delivering the service capability framework program, and
- identifying whole of system design opportunities and delivering on government commitments.

Our team operates in a dynamic environment with curiosity, enthusiasm, and initiative. We work collaboratively with other teams in the department - such as health service managers, data scientists and policy specialists - as well as with health sector representatives. We value analytical thinking, creativity and communication, and a commitment to a positive and collaborative workplace culture.

Examples of projects we've delivered in the past include _the Perioperative Capability Framework_, which sets the benchmark of perioperative capability for all health services in Victoria.

**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**:
A tertiary qualification in fields related to health, health economics, data analytics or public administration would be desirable.

Essential:

- A strong working knowledge of system thinking

Strongly desirable but not essential:

- A strong understanding and knowledge of the policy context and direction of the Victorian health system, the environment it operates in and relevant departmental systems.
- Other technical skills or knowledge that would support you to deliver this role, e.g., clinical experience.
- A good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel
- Experience analysing large health datasets to inform decision-making.

**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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