Principal Solution Analyst, Enterprise Technology

About the role:

The Principal Solution Analyst is responsible for leading the development and delivery of solution options and recommendations. The role leads the requirements gathering and analysis exercise, and designing system solutions based on business, functional and non-functional requirements, which includes defining the interaction between business processes and functions.

Additionally, the role provides leadership and mentorship across the application analysis landscape, ensuring quality and consistency in all team outputs.

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:

Can you demonstrate or have experience in:

• Maintaining a strong understanding of the department's approved platforms and systems. Develop system configuration skills and knowledge for departmental approved platforms.
• Facilitating the requirements analysis of Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) based solutions for specific use cases for solution proposals.
• Providing leadership and guidance based on expertise to the team members and operate within a level of autonomy and accountability in delivering solutions and outcomes for the organisation.
• Facilitating workshops with relevant stakeholders to define the business problem, efficiency gain or improved customer service opportunity.
• Providing innovative advice to stakeholders in relation to functional and non-functional requirements and design opportunities including cross program implications.
• Ensuring compliance with government, eHealth, and ETB strategies and policies, including adherence to the PDM and other endorsed methodologies.

Qualifications / Specialist Expertise

Qualifications

• A tertiary qualification in a relevant Information Technology discipline is highly desirable.
• Certification in PRINCE 2 or other project management methodology is highly desirable.

Specialist Expertise

• Knowledge and experience of Agile Projects and methodologies is desirable.
• Knowledge of the department and its operating processes and information systems 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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