Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $100,894 - $114,476
Grade: VPS 4
Occupation: Projects
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/MHW/MHW49
About the role:
The Project Officer – Lived Experience is part of the Lived Experience Programs and Implementation team in the Lived Experience and Diverse Communities Unit and is responsible for supporting project activities to implement recommendations of the Royal Commission into Victoria's Mental Health System, particularly those relating to Lived Experience-led entities and services.
The Project Officer – Lived Experience will work in close partnership and collaboration with external funded project teams, lived and living experience experts and leaders, and representative bodies consistent with the principles of coproduction to implement and monitor key service delivery priorities.
To be successful in this role you will be a high performing team member with strong project management, analytical, problem solving, and communication skills. The role is suited to individuals who are comfortable working with complex issues, and who can develop and maintain strong and collaborative relationships with a range of internal and external stakeholders to ensure reform outcomes are achieved.
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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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 e quipped 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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