Manager - Office of the Deputy Secretary SMR (528827)Department of Health
System Management and Reform
SMR - Strategic Purchasing & Funding
Applications must be submitted by Thursday 19 December, 2024 11:55 PM AEST.
Award/Classification:Health and Human Services (Tasmanian State Service) Award, General Stream, Band 8
Employment type:Full Time
Region:South
Location:Department of Health are seeking applications for a permanent full-time Manager - Office of the Deputy Secretary SMR vacancy located at 22 Elizabeth Street Hobart. This role will provide high-level advice and assistance to the Deputy Secretary, relevant Ministers, the Secretary, other Deputy Secretaries, and other senior staff in relation to the Office of the Deputy Secretary and the efficient and effective discharge of the Deputy Secretary's functions.
The Role: Contribute to the management and coordination of the Office of the Deputy Secretary, System Management and Reform, providing information and guidance on emerging issues of relevance. Responsibilities include:
The provision of high-level analysis and advice on strategic policy issues, including monitoring of strategic projects.Undertaking tasks identified by the Deputy Secretary related to key priorities of the System Management and Reform division.The provision of assistance and support in the business management of System Management and Reform.The Manager is required to undertake the duties of this position with a significant degree of autonomy, receiving only general guidance from the Deputy Secretary, System Management and Reform, to whom the Manager is accountable. The occupant of this role will:
Undertake analysis and develop, implement and monitor programs and projects of a strategic nature across the division.Maintain the highest standards of quality, accuracy and timeliness of information and advice.Liaise with senior management within the Department of Health, the Tasmanian Health Service and other government and non-government organisations, as required.Operate with a high level of independence and autonomy and is expected to display a high degree of initiative in the determination of strategies, priorities and the allocation of resources.The Team: System Management and Reform (SMR) within DoH performs the core system management functions of strategy and planning, purchasing, performance management, monitoring, reporting and analysis on behalf of the Secretary and responsible Ministers.
SMR has a whole of system focus, working in a network model to strategically bring these functions together in managing health services service delivery organisations, including the Tasmanian Health Service. They play a key role in ensuring that:
Services are planned and purchased in an effective and efficient manner.All parts of the system understand and enact their responsibilities to safeguard patient safety and support continual improvement in the quality of care provided.A single point of access is provided to statistical information for performance monitoring, analysis and reporting for all DoH purchased services to ensure that all stakeholders have access to quality data, driving evidence-based decision-making.Details of appointment: Permanent full-time day worker position, working 76 hours per fortnight, commencing as soon as possible. Notwithstanding hours to be negotiated with the successful applicant.
Applicants should note that, for a period of twelve months from the date of publication, this selection process may be used to fill subsequent or similar full-time, part-time, and casual vacancies.
Salary: $135,408 to $144,527 per annum. Our Employer 11.5% superannuation contribution is on top of this amount.
Salary range is in accordance with Public Sector Unions Wages Agreement 2022.Benefits available to eligible candidates: Travel and relocation assistance support available up to $15,000 for eligible appointees.Professional development and accelerated pathways.Excellent leave benefits: 20 days annual leave (pro rata), 20 days personal leave (pro rata), and study assistance leave if eligible.Fitness Passport – You, and your family can access 40+ fitness facilities across Tasmania for just $13.95 per week per person, or $25.95 for a family.Applicants should note the following criteria are desirable:
Relevant qualification from a recognised institution or equivalent experience.Note: Please refer to the Application Guide for more information on Essential requirements, Desirable requirements and pre-employment check.
Download the Statement of Duties and any Associated Documents We encourage you to review the Statement of Duties, Applicant Guide, prior to applying for an overview of the duties, program, selection process and application guidance.
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You will be prompted to complete a 1-2 page application detailing your experience, skills and knowledge as they relate to the attached Statement of Duties. A separate statement addressing the selection criteria in the Statement of Duties is not required.
For more information: Applicants who require further information are encouraged to contact the Contact person for detailed information about the vacancy.
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