Executive Director, AOD Policy and Programs

4 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Victorian Department of Health Full time $80,000 - $250,000 per year

About The Role
The Executive Director, Alcohol and Other Drugs Policy and Programs will be responsible for leading a new branch within the Mental Health and Wellbeing Division tasked with leadership of the public AOD system, ensuring policy, programs and reform are aligned with government priorities and deliver improved health and wellbeing outcomes. The role is responsible for system stewardship, performance and commissioning and reform implementation across harm reduction, treatment and support services.

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

  • Possess senior leadership experience in managing complex public sector budgets, commissioning, contracting and operational functions.
  • Have an understanding of contemporary AOD systems and services, and harm reduction approaches.
  • Experienced in development of strategic legislative reform and policy development
  • Expereience in leading performance oversight and stewardship including commissioning, operational policy development and implementation, provider performance and improvement

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.

If you have any queries in relation to recruitment processes at Health, or experience any issues in applying, please feel free to email Please note that unsolicited applications will not be replied to. If you have questions regarding the role specifically, we would advise you to reach out to the contact listed on the advertisement directly.

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks. Information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence in line with our Privacy Policy.

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