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 Senior Policy Officer is part of a small team of specialists, led by the Manager, Procurement Strategy and Policy.
The Procurement Strategy and Policy unit is responsible for leading expert advice in relation to procurement strategy and policy, including the implementation, development, monitoring and reporting of procurement policies and strategies. The unit also manages procurement governance frameworks for the department, and manages the Secretariat function for the Procurement Committee.
The Senior Policy Officer will support the department's goods and services procurement governance framework through the provision of expert advice, and the implementation and management of key procurement policy frameworks and associated reporting, to drive efficiencies and improvements in procurement, funding, contract and category management.
How you'll make a difference:
Provide expert, authoritative advice, reasoned recommendations and innovative, efficient solutions to complex and sensitive issues based on comprehensive research and strong departmental and Whole of Government procurement and related policy acumen.
Develop policy initiatives that meet government and departmental objectives within resourcing, timeline and budget parameters.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with a broad range of stakeholders, and facilitate the flow of information across the department and with key external stakeholders.
Monitor and report on high priority issues, risks and trends and prepare and present detailed, comprehensive reports, executive and ministerial briefs, Cabinet and agency submissions on complex policy, performance and operational 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.
Comply with the Financial Management Act 1994 and other relevant legislation, regulations and government directives, policies and guidelines, and maintain an understanding of Commonwealth and State legislative and policy reform directions to influence policy development.
Support procurement improvement projects, including the planning, development and implementation of systems, tools and reporting to facilitate the delivery of best practice procurement outcomes.
Provide input and recommendations on opportunities for process efficiencies and cost savings and monitor and report on subsequent savings/improvements arising from such initiatives.
Support the efficient operations of the procurement governance framework, including the provision of high-level advice and direction with regards to implementing procurement policy and strategy initiatives.
Demonstrate how the actions and outcomes of this role and work unit impact clients and the department's ability to deliver, or facilitate the delivery of, effective support and services.
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 ******.
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