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Program Officer, Community & Public Health - job post

Department of Health
3.9 out of 5 stars
Melbourne VIC
$100,894 - $114,476 a year - Full-time
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Job details

Pay

  • $100,894 - $114,476 a year

Job type

  • Full-time

Location

Melbourne VIC

Full job description

Overview

Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: $100,894 - $114,476
Grade: VPS 4
Occupation: Projects
Location: Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs
Reference: VG/DH/CPH/CPH-092830
The Department of Health plays a critical role in the Victorian health system and is responsible for shaping it to meet the health needs of all Victorians. We’re focused on
supporting Victorians to be as healthy as they can; whether through alerting them to seasonal risks like thunderstorm asthma, notifying them of contact with
communicable diseases, safeguarding their drinking water, developing the best health, wellbeing and care facilities in the world, being at the forefront of mental health and
wellbeing treatment or accelerating medical research. It’s all part of the way we partner with the community to help every individual lead a healthy life.
This Advert is for 3 x Ongoing Opportunities
Position Contacts
CPH-09 - Philip Clift - Philip.clift@health.vic.gov.au
CPH-28 - Jill Butty - jill.butty@health.vic.gov.au
CPH-30 - Elysia Delanie - elysia.delanie@health.vic.gov.au
About the role:
Reporting to the Program Manager, the Program Officer supports program management functions, program priorities and strategic projects associated with Health Protection Programs including immunisation. This includes stakeholder and partnership management, end to end procurement processes and ongoing contract management, service management performance and monitoring, preparing budget, data and analytic reports, and producing high-quality written materials.
These roles requires strong written communication skills, and program management experience, including in the areas of contract and procurement management, budget management and reporting. These roles will work collaboratively across the Unit, the Division and Department and with external stakeholders to deliver program and system improvements to underpin a strong, responsive and high-quality service.
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:
Can you demonstrate the following?
  • Support end to end contract and procurement processes.
  • Contribute advice, recommendations and program options and solutions to complex and sensitive issues.
  • Develop a broad range of written materials on a range of matters including communications, correspondence and reports and briefs.
  • Develop and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
  • Prepares reports, briefs and correspondence on complex issues that impact at program or organisational level
Qualifications / Specialist Expertise
  • A tertiary qualification in health, business or a relevant field is desirable
  • Demonstrable skills and experience in program management, specifically contract management and procurement, is desirable.
What we offer:
  • The opportunity to perform meaningful work, making direct contributions toward enabling Victorians to be the healthiest people in the world.
  • A wide range of growth and development opportunities within the department and wider Victorian Public Service & Sector.
  • A strong commitment to work-life balance, including a diverse array of flexible working arrangements.
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 inclusion@health.vic.gov.au. For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health.
If you have any queries in relation to recruitment processes at Health, or experience any issues in applying, please feel free to email talentacquisition@health.vic.gov.au. Please note that unsolicited applications will not be replied to. If you have questions regarding the role specifically, we would advise you to reach out to the contact listed on the advertisement directly.
Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks. Information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence in line with our Privacy Policy.
Applications close Monday 20 July 2026 at 11.59pm
Posted
6 July 2026
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