2 x Senior Project Officer, Governance, Strategy and Research/ Clinical Leadership Programs

About the role: 2 x Senior Project Officers

The Senior Project Officer, plays a vital role in delivering high-impact projects that support a safer, more person-centred health system across Victoria. Operating within the Clinical Leadership Program team, this role works under the leadership of the Manager, Clinical Leadership Programs and collaborates closely with Victoria's Chief Clinical Officers, clinical leaders, program teams, and external stakeholders.

As a strategic delivery partner, the Senior Project Officer is responsible for coordinating and supporting a portfolio of complex and strategic initiatives spanning clinical and professional practice, safety, governance, and capability initiatives that emerge from system-level responses led by the Chief Clinical Officers. This includes leading end-to-end project planning and delivery, managing interdependent workstreams, facilitating stakeholder engagement, and contributing to strategic alignment across SCV's safety and improvement agenda.

The role requires high-level project management expertise, a sound understanding of clinical governance and health system improvement, and a strong commitment to human-centred and evidence-informed approaches. Working in a dynamic, matrixed environment, the Clinical Leadership Programs Senior Project Officer supports the translation of strategic intent into operational action-ensuring initiatives are delivered on time, within scope, and with measurable impact.

The Senior Project Officer contributes to a high-performing, psychologically safe team culture by modelling SCV's values, fostering collaboration, and supporting continuous improvement in project delivery frameworks and capability. Through this work, the role helps build a connected, capable, and consumer-centred safety system-strengthening Victoria's capacity to deliver safe, high-quality care for all.

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:

• Tertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline, such as medicine, nursing, midwifery, paramedicine, allied health, public health, health administration, project management, policy, or a closely related field
• Demonstrated experience in project management
• Certified improvement qualifications and formal training or certification in project or program management (e.g. PRINCE2, Agile, PMBOK) is desirable

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.

We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated to provide responsive and quality services to all Victorians. We continue to build an inclusive workplace that embraces diversity of backgrounds and differences to realise the potential of our employees for innovation and delivering services aimed at enhancing the lives of all Victorians. All roles can be worked flexibly and we encourage applications from Aboriginal people, people with disability, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health.

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