Senior Project Officer, Data and Analytics / Data Services

About the role: 

Reporting to the Manager, Victorian Costs Data Collection, you will be responsible for the Victorian Healthcare Incident Management minimum dataset, and other relevant duties to address emerging priorities. The ability to understand data management concepts, problem solve issues independently, identify emerging issues, escalate as appropriate and interact with a variety of stakeholders is essential.

Please view position description for further information about the role.

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:

• Support the continuous improvement of valid and reliable performance information on the safety and quality of each health service and campus in ways that support uptake and use of that information to strengthen oversight and support improvements in care.
• Manage, interpret, and apply business plans and policies in own area of responsibility and provide advice to others on design and implementation issues.
• Manage the allocation of resources within and the outputs required of the work area to achieve service delivery goals and expectations.
• Experience in the development and maintenance of measurement and information systems to support routine, high quality reporting on health and community services including inputs, processes, and outcomes.

Qualification/Specialist Expertise

• A Health Information Management qualification, or similar tertiary qualification is desirable
• Demonstrated understanding of and experience in data management.
• Familiarity with health datasets and/or health service experience is desirable.
• Experience in the development and maintenance of measurement and information systems to support routine, high quality reporting on health and community services including inputs, processes, and outcomes, is highly 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.
• 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 *********@health.vic.gov.au. For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health.

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