Manager - Core Functions and Community, Service System Design, Adult and Older AdultJob posted: 13/09/2024Job type: Full time / 1 November 2024 to 31 December 2025Organisation: Department of HealthOccupation: PolicyReference: VG/1819844The 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 Manager, Core Functions and Community, Service System Design – Adult and Older Adult leads a team progressing the design of community-based mental health and wellbeing services, in response to key recommendations of the Royal Commission into Victoria's Mental Health System. The objective of this work is to establish holistic services, delivered in community settings, near to where people live.This role would suit a high performing candidate with a passion for system design and improvement, a sense of curiosity and a delivery-focused mindset. It requires systems thinking, excellent communication skills and a drive to improve experiences for consumers, carers and healthcare staff. Prior senior experience in either health service design, improvement, data analysis, policy or project type roles would be welcomed.The role forms part of the leadership group for the unit and would suit someone with people management experience and a passion for building high performing teams.How you'll make a difference:Effectively manage and provide leadership to a team of employees by:leading and supporting individuals to achieve their potential and contribution to organisational goals and outcomes.modelling behaviours integral to good people management and departmental values.where relevant, managing and monitoring specific improvement objectives in annual improvement plans relating to the area of responsibility.Maintain an understanding of Commonwealth and State legislative and policy reform directions to influence policy development.Review and report on high priority issues, risks and trends and prepare and present comprehensive reports, ministerial briefs and agency submissions on complex issues.Contribute expertise and knowledge to benefit strategic planning and organisation/sector-wide outcomes.Provide authoritative advice, reasoned recommendations and innovative solutions to complex and sensitive issues based on comprehensive research.Develop policy initiatives that meet government and departmental objectives within resourcing, timeline and budget parameters.Operate with autonomy and accountability to deliver broad strategic directions.Manage cross-functional delivery of departmental policies and services impacted by sensitive and complex issues.Represent the department on key stakeholder committees and groups concerned with achieving government and departmental objectives and contribute to relevant committee and governance processes.Pro-actively build and maintain positive relationships with peers and stakeholders across the organisation and with key external stakeholders.Manage stakeholders through effective negotiation and influence.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 ****** applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks including proof of 3 vaccinations (including booster) against COVID-19. 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