Senior Project Officer, Reform Planning

Work type: Ongoing - full time or part time

Salary: $113,022 - $136,747

Grade: VPSG5

Occupation: Analyst

Location: CBD

Reference: VG/SP/

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 role, focuses on multiple system design projects in the service capability framework program, 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. This includes, developing and delivering the service capability framework program, and identifying whole of system design opportunities and delivering on government commitments.

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:

• 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.
• A team player who works collaboratively with others to share ideas, develop, and test options, and support and lead high-quality work.
• Tertiary qualification holder in fields related to health, health economics, data analytics or public administration would be desirable.
• A strong working knowledge of system thinking, strong understanding and knowledge of the policy context and direction of the Victorian health system, the environment it operates in and relevant departmental systems

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 [email protected]. For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health.

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Applications close Wednesday 2 July 2025 at 11.59PM