Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: $100,894 - $114,476
Grade: VPS 4
Occupation: Other
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/1934023
About the role:
Working as part of the AOD Treatment Programs team, the role contributes to ensuring that government-funded services deliver safe, high-quality and accessible care in line with service agreements, performance frameworks and departmental priorities. The Program Officer supports the effective operations, monitoring and continuous improvement of alcohol and other drug (AOD) services across Victoria.
The position provides analytical, operational and stakeholder support to monitor service performance, identify emerging risks and issues, and assist in the development and implementation of improvement strategies across the AOD system. The role works collaboratively with internal teams and external service providers to support consistent oversight, strengthen accountability, and contribute to system-level reform initiatives.
Operating in a dynamic policy and service delivery environment, the Program Officer applies sound judgement, problem-solving and communication skills to support commissioning processes, inform decision-making, and deliver high-quality outputs including briefings, reports and advice. The role is integral to supporting the Department's objectives in improving service quality, safety and outcomes for people accessing AOD services
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.
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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 [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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