Principal Adviser

vor 1 Woche


Melbourne, Österreich State of Victoria Vollzeit

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 supportingVictorians to be as healthy as they can; whether through alerting them to seasonal risks like thunderstorm asthma, notifying them of contact with communicable diseases, safeguardingtheir 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’sall part of the way we partner with the community to help every individual lead a healthy life.

About the role: 

Primarily, the Principal Advisor leads the Office of the Executive Director and acts as a ‘chief of staff' coordinating the priority and strategic activities leads the Office of the Executive Director and acts as a ‘chief of staff' coordinating the priority and strategic activities of the Branch for and with the Executive Director.

Through the office, and the Branch executive, the Advisor drives the excellence in governance and decision making for the Branch, ensuring timely and high-quality advice is available to the Executive Director. 

  • The Principal Adviser maintains an understanding of government, department and divisional priorities, risks and issues, providing advice and management support to the Executive Director, enabling achievement of the Branch's key priorities. 

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. 

How you'll make a difference:

  • Design, deliver and maintain core governance functions for the branch.
  • Strategically design and develop the delivery of branch objectives to meet departmental and government priorities.
  • Support the Executive Director and branch executive to make the highest impact as possible through high performing systems and functions.
  • Maintain an understanding of issues impacting the branch, including priority initiatives, commitments, projects and services, and investigate and develop strategies that enhance service delivery and budget effectiveness.
  • Provide or synthesise high-level specialist advice and support to the Executive Director on a range of strategic policy and operational matters. 
  • Provide strategic thinking and future planning and oversee change management initiatives and integrated approaches to enhance compliance with department-wide policies.
  • Effectively oversee branch operational and reporting activities and oversees the divisional processes to deliver these functions.
  • Forge strong connections across the department and with external stakeholders to facilitate a partnership approach. 

To learn more please click ‘Apply' to view the Position Description on the Careers.vic website. 

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 inclusion@health.vic.gov.au . Please view our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion here .

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks including proof of 3 vaccinations (including booster) against COVID-19. Information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence, in line with our Privacy Policy . 

The Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) Recruitment Policy allows for priority consideration for Victorian Public Service (VPS) and select employees of the Victorian Public Sector who apply through the Jobs Skills Exchange (JSE) jobs board platform. As such, these employees are strongly encouraged to submit their application through JSE rather than via external advertisement. 

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