Manager, Planning & Business Improvement

• Bright and modern office in Melbourne CBD, with a hybrid-work model
• Dynamic team environment within an inclusive workplace
• An exciting opportunity to lead the development and implementation of VicHealth’s data strategy

VicHealth is committed to ensuring appointments represent the range of lived experience in the Victorian community. Women, indigenous people, people with disability, young people, LGBTQIA+ people, and people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

VicHealth is the world’s first health promotion foundation that supports independent, long-term, evidence-based health promotion practice, partnerships and leadership. We continue to be a global leader in health promotion, as a Collaborating Centre with the World Health Organization and technical partner to UNICEF.

About the role:

The Manager, Planning & Business Improvement reports to the Executive Manager, Corporate Services and leads a team of three in the Planning & Business Improvement team. They are an internal and external advocate for VicHealth’s strategy and purpose, developing and nurturing positive working relationships with external stakeholders. They have a close working relationship with the CEO and other members of the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), as well as with team members across the organisation.

Key responsibilities:

• Leading the development and implementation of a data strategy for VicHealth
• Leading the development, operation and coordination of VicHealth program and project management activities, developing organisational capability, tools and resources to maintain a high standard in project planning, delivery and close-out
• Leading the review, standardisation and updating of business processes
• Driving best practice in procurement and contracting
• Managing and owning VicHealth’s project and grant management IT systems

About you:

We’re looking for someone who has experience in reviewing business systems and processes and for delivering business improvement initiatives and; experience in translating project management methodologies into organisational policies, guidelines and practice.

The successful candidate will have well-practised people management skills; and the ability to build trust with stakeholders through consistent actions and clear written and verbal communication.

Closing Date: Thursday 19 December 2024

Unit: Corporate Services

Tenure: Full-time, fixed-term (12 months)

Classification: VicHealth Grade E

Remuneration: from $132,061 (plus superannuation and other benefits)

Qualifications and experience: 

• Appropriate tertiary qualifications, plus relevant professional experience and training, in one of the following areas: data strategy, project management, or business improvement
• Proven experience working with leaders to deliver whole-of-organisation change management
• Experience working within the government sector is desirable
• Working knowledge of Salesforce is desirable

Perks and benefits:

• Hybrid-work model
• Up to $3,000 towards professional development each year
• Employee Wellbeing & OHS Committee who deliver events and initiatives
• Bring your dog to work day every Thursday and Friday
• Employee Assistance Program offering a range of free and confidential services
• Fresh fruit, breakfast and coffee machine provided
• Monthly birthday celebrations

VicHealth acknowledges the support of the Victorian Government

How to Apply

Applications must include a cover letter and a current resume.

The cover letter must include why the applicant feels they are suitable for the position, and also address the Key Selection Criteria from the Position Description.

Please refer to the position description to view the associated qualifications and experience associated with the position.

The successful applicant may be required to undertake a Police Check and Working With Children Check.

For further information about the role, please contact Brea Pape, People & Culture Business Partner, on (03) 9667 1341 or recruitment@vichealth.vic.gov.au.

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