Work Type: Fixed-term - Full-time
Salary: $232,790 - $298,488
Grade: VPS SES1
Occupation: Leadership and management
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/BFI/1909210
About the role:
The Director, Intergovernmental Relations provides strategic leadership and authoritative advice to the Secretary, senior executives and Ministers on interjurisdictional health and human services policy and funding matters. The role leads high-level engagement with the Commonwealth and other jurisdictions, including the negotiation and management of national and bilateral funding agreements, to secure outcomes that advance Victoria's interests.
The Director drives a coordinated and proactive intergovernmental agenda through robust analysis, strategic influence and strong partnerships, supporting Victoria's participation in national bodies and shaping national policy and reform priorities.
The Director also provides critical financial stewardship across intergovernmental negotiations, ensuring funding agreements, national reforms and policy proposals are underpinned by robust modelling and analysis to assess financial impact, affordability and risk. Working closely with other divisions, the Director supports sustainable funding outcomes, strengthens funding and accountability arrangements, and provides advice that informs budget strategy and government decision-making to optimise Victoria's arrangements with other jurisdictions.
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:
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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 c ulturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at [email protected]. For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health.
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