Principal Policy Officer, Reform and Engagement

2 weeks ago

Melbourne City Centre, Australia Department of Health Full time

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The Principal Policy Officer will lead the development, delivery and implementation of key initiatives of the Planned Surgery Recovery and Reform Program (the Program), predominantly in the reform space as the Program shifts from design into system-wide implementation.
To be successful in this role, you will be a high performing team member comfortable working in complex policy spaces, with exceptional skills in policy development, written communication, analytical thinking and problem-solving with high quality product development.
You will also substantially contribute to positive team culture, and build and sustain positive stakeholder relationships both internal and external.
Accountabilities
- Provide high quality business intelligence, authoritative advice and sound policy and project recommendations to senior management and government based on comprehensive research and analysis.
- Review and report on high priority issues, risks and trends using health service data and prepare and present comprehensive and accurate reports, ministerial briefs and cabinet and agency submissions on complex issues.
- Oversee the development of policy and project initiatives that meet government and departmental objectives within resourcing, timeline and budget parameters.
- Share your expertise with others with a focus on building capability across the team and broader department.
- Work across multiple projects, including designing and managing complex projects, and lead multi-disciplinary teams to meet emerging and significant work pressures and demands, as required.
- Pro-actively build and maintain effective working relationships and facilitate collaboration across the department and with key external stakeholders.
- Respond flexibly and adapt approaches in order to deliver outcomes in the face of uncertainty.
- 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**:
For this position, you are not required to address each of the key selection criteria in a separate written document.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
For further information please visit the Department of Health

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