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SalaryThe GPHU Operations Manager Prevention and Population Health (PPH) works closely with and with support from the Deputy Director GPHU to manage the PPH operations of the GPHU catchment region, modelling effective and efficient leadership in operational, resource and governance matters. The position requires mature people management and deep collaborative work with internal and external stakeholders, inside and outside health and inside and outside government, to ensure comprehensive planning, implementation and evaluation of PPH strategy and programs. Key to this is oversight of the implementation of the Grampians Region Population Health Plan (GRPHP), published in October 2023 after more than 200 people from 60 different agencies across our region contributed to its development.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and inspire the GPHU PPH team focusing on delivery of effective and efficient Prevention and Population Health activities.
- Assume accountability for high standards of performance of the GPHU PPH team and ensure strict adherence of all team members to the established GPHU team processes and procedures.
- In conjunction with the Deputy Director ensure all PPH team KPI’s are met and reported in a timely manner.
- Identify service risks and report in a timely manner ensuring incidents are appropriately investigated and corrective actions implemented.
- In conjunction with the Deputy Director GPHU develop and deliver business plan that aligns with GH and DH priorities.
- Lead, develop and maintain strong cohesive working relationships across all levels of the Grampians Health as needed and with key stakeholders in DH, local government, community health and stakeholders across our region.
- Provide leadership and oversight including routine components such as reporting, resource management and staffing within the operational target.
The candidate should be able to demonstrate that they have the following:
- Extensive management experience within a large, complex healthcare or other relevant organisation, preferably at a senior level.
- Significant public health-related experience.
- Excellent people management skills developing an effective and positive culture.
- Knowledge of public health and program delivery systems and understanding of Department of Health reporting requirements.
- Strong project management and program delivery including design and outcome reporting.
- Experience with data collection processes, practices and technologies and ability to analyse performance data, create business intelligence and use data to inform decisions.
- Excellent stakeholder management skills, including strong relationship management, emotional and social awareness and ability to manage sensitive and complex issues.
- Postgraduate qualification in public health, community development or relevant field, preferably at a Masters Level or working towards.
- Demonstrated experience working in public health or community settings.
At Grampians Health, we recognise our staff are our greatest asset. We are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for our staff, patients, residents, visitors, volunteers and contractors at all sites.
- Flexible work arrangements and purchase leave opportunities
- Salary packaging for living expenses such as rent/mortgage plus meals, entertainment & holidays
- Discounted on-site parking
- Access to discounted health club membership
- Staff rewards and recognition programs
Grampians Health provides healthcare to a large region at our campuses based in Ballarat, Dimboola, Edenhope, Horsham and Stawell.
Our mission is to deliver sustainable healthcare tailored to evolving community and workforce needs. We strive to enhance services and careers, providing quality healthcare to rural and regional communities. Joining Grampians Health means being part of a diverse team, with a variety of career opportunities in acute, maternity, mental health, allied health, aged care and support services.
Ballarat Region
Ballarat is the largest centre in Western Victoria and the states fastest growing inland city. Dubbed Australia’s most liveable city in 2020, Ballarat is home to first class education, fine dining and boutique shopping. Uniquely located within easy access to Melbourne, Geelong, Bendigo and the Western district, Ballarat is blessed with some of Australia’s most significant heritage buildings and natural landscapes.
How to apply
Click APPLY or contact Ivan Pang, Deputy Director Grampians Public Health Unit on 0499 359 721 for a confidential discussion.
All appointments are subject to a satisfactory police records check, immunisation clearance and Working with Children check and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check.
All employees must be willing and able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required, which at a minimum is a surgical mask. Additional PPE requirements are role-dependent.
Grampians Health is a child safe organisation, committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.
Grampians Health is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, mature age workers and lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer (or questioning), intersex and asexual LGBTQIA+.
Selection Criteria
- Essential : Have you received three doses of a COVID19 vaccine? If no, please provide further detail regarding doses received, booking dates and/or other relevant information.
- Essential : The successful candidate must hold, or be prepared to undergo, an employee Working with Children Check (WWCC). Please advise if you currently hold an employee WWCC, if not are you willing to undergo one?
Closing Date
Position Description
GPHU Operations Manager PPH Position description - Jan 2024.pdf
Application Guide
Please note that this position will close at 11:45pm on the closing date.
Please ensure your application is added before this time as we do not accept late applications.
