Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time or part-time
Salary: $116,413 - $140,849
Grade: VPS 5
Occupation: Projects
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/HSRP/721031
About the role:
The Senior Project Officer is primarliy responsible for supporting processes that ensure the safe and compassionate operation of VAD in Victoria. This includes undertaking compliance reviews of VAD cases and identifying opportunities for continuous process or policy improvements. The role analyses case documentation, prepares compliance reports and recommendations for the VAD Review Board as well as coordinates follow-up actions and correspondence arising from Board decisions. The position also identifies compliance risks, maintains issues registers and provides expert advice on complex compliance matters.
The role sits within the Service Commissioning and System Oversight team which provides program management and stewardship of the palliative care and VAD system. The successful applicant will also contribute to stakeholder engagement and program management activites. This includes liaising with key internal and external stakeholders, supporting policy and legislative initiatives, developing high-quality written reports or materials, and leading or contributing to projects that strengthen program effectiveness, reduce risk and support the delivery of a safe and accountable end of life care system.
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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:
Qualification/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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