Reference: VG/00720255Occupation: Executive ManagementSalary Range: Salary not specifiedThe 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.Department of Health, VictoriaChief Health OfficerProvide essential statutory support for the health and wellbeing of VictoriansTRP: $390,432 - $416,182 per annumThe Chief Health Officer will help address key priorities and challenges across all elements of Public Health including protection, prevention and health promotion. In addition to statutory responsibilities, the CHO will report to and partner with the Deputy Secretary Community and Public Health to develop strategic direction.The role provides public health advice to high-level stakeholders including the Minister, regarding preventing disease, promoting health and careful risk management.The Chief Health Officer is the government's spokesperson on matters relating to public health and must have a confident public persona, excellent judgement, integrity, communication skills, and the ability to be trusted.We are seeking an outstanding senior health executive leader with:Current registration as a medical practitioner with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency or international equivalent.Relevant tertiary qualifications in public health or equivalent.A career record in the healthcare sector that will have credibility with stakeholders.An innate ability to understand and operate in a government environment.Please contact Pam Lubrainschik on 0452 295 088 or mail to paml@ccentricgroup.com for a confidential discussion and/or to receive a detailed Candidate Information Pack.To apply for this role, you will be redirected to the Department of Health job application system.
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