Director, Aod Policy And Programs

About the role:

• Lead and oversee the development of mental health (MH), and alcohol and other drugs (AOD) policy options.
• SES-1, $216,376 - $279,238 p.a. including employer superannuation.
• 5 Year Contract / Hybrid WFH /Melbourne CBD.

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.

How you'll make a difference:

The Director, AOD Policy and Programs will be responsible for leading and coordinating Alcohol and Other Drugs portfolio activity within the department. This will include leading the development of strategic and legislative AOD reforms, including harm reduction, through an evidence-based approach informed by lived experience. The role will also lead performance oversight and stewardship of the AOD system including commissioning, operational policy development and implementation, and provider performance and improvement.

The Director leads a team of Policy and system management experts who work collaboratively to lead and respond to emerging issues and risks within the AOD sector and provide guidance on government actions and reforms needed to reduce harms associated with drug and alcohol use.

Suitable applicants will be able to demonstrate:

• Communicates a vision that generates enthusiasm and commitment; recognises and rewards behaviour that is aligned with the vision; identifies potential issues and setbacks and guides team to optimise outcomes; models the behaviour expected of others.
• Deals with concepts and complexity comfortably; uses analytical and conceptual skills to reason through problems; has creative ideas and can project how these can link to innovations.
• Thinks and acts with a long-term perspective, ensuring that plans and outcomes contribute to cross-departmental and government priorities.
• Identifies and manages a range of complex and often competing needs; identifies issues in common for one or more stakeholders and uses them to build mutually beneficial partnerships; and finds innovative solutions to resolve stakeholder issues.
• To learn more please refer to the position description attached.

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 disabilities, LGBTIQ+ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at *********@health.vic.gov.au. Please view our commitment to Diversity and Inclusion here.

Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks including proof of vaccination against COVID-19. Information provided will be treated in the strictest confidence, in line with our Privacy Policy.

The Jobs and Skills Exchange (JSE) Recruitment Policy allows for priority consideration for Victorian Public Service (VPS) and select employees of the Victorian Public Sector who apply through the Jobs Skills Exchange (JSE) jobs board platform. As such, these employees are strongly encouraged to submit their application through JSE rather than via external advertisement.