Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time or part-time
Salary: $113,022 - $136,747
Grade: VPS 5
Occupation: IT and telecommunications
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/DH/EHEALTH/722381
About the role:
The Program Delivery Unit is responsible for delivering digital transformation initiatives for both the Department of Health (DH) and the Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) in the capacity of a shared service. This includes the delivery of new or enhanced business solutions, the procurement and implementation of Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) solutions, and reporting solutions.
The Senior Logistics Officer is responsible for assisting the DH eHealth branch and DFFH Information Technology Services (ITS) branch with effective resourcing and logistics relating to project delivery.
The Senior Logistics Officer will lead IT specialist service procurements through third party suppliers for targeted project-related services and resources. The Senior Logistics Officer will provide leadership to less experienced team members and also provide guidance to DH and DFFH staff as to appropriate recruitment and procurement practices.
The role will have a focus on achieving value for money outcomes for the department, through industry knowledge and supplier negotiation skills and experience.
The role will also have a responsibility in compiling reports and analysing data to ensure project logistic service levels are being met, vendor engagements can be better understood for improved negotiation and decision making, and to identify opportunities for service improvements among other.
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:
Do you have experience in these areas?
Maintains an advanced specialist knowledge in procurement processes based in department and industry practices. Provides guidance to others in this field.
Qualifications / Specialist Expertise
Qualifications - A tertiary qualification in fields relevant to procurement, workforce management and/or business systems, or equivalent is highly desirable.
Specialist Expertise
What we offer:
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 [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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