About the role: The Manager, Age Streaming and Community, Service System Design – Infant, Child and Youth leads and drives work that supports the planning, design and establishment of the new age-based service streams for children and young people across the mental health and wellbeing system, and the establishment and expansion of community based mental health services for children and young people. The role forms part of the leadership group for the unit and would suit someone looking to contribute to the ongoing reform work of Victoria's mental health and wellbeing system following the Final Report of the Royal Commission. 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: Effectively manage and provide leadership to a team of employees by: Leading and supporting individuals to achieve their potential and contribution to organisational goals and outcomes. Modelling behaviours integral to good people management and departmental values. Where relevant, managing and monitoring specific improvement objectives in annual improvement plans relating to the area of responsibility Provide authoritative advice, reasoned recommendations and innovative solutions to complex and sensitive issues based on comprehensive research. Develop policy initiatives that meet government and departmental objectives within resourcing, timeline and budget parameters. Operate with autonomy and accountability to deliver broad strategic directions. Manage cross-functional delivery of departmental policies and services impacted by sensitive and complex issues. Maintain an understanding of Commonwealth and State legislative and policy reform directions to influence policy development. Monitor and report on high priority issues, risks and trends and prepare and present reports, ministerial briefs, Cabinet and agency submissions. Contribute expertise and knowledge to benefit strategic planning and organisation/sector-wide outcomes Represent the department on key stakeholder committees and groups concerned with achieving government and departmental objectives and contribute to relevant committee and governance processes. Pro-actively build and maintain positive relationships with peers and stakeholders across the organisation and with key external stakeholders. Manage stakeholders through effective negotiation and influence. To learn more please click ‘Apply' to view the Position Description on the Careers.vic website. 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 disability, LGBTIQ and people from culturally diverse backgrounds. Please contact us if you require any adjustments to participate in the recruitment process at inclusionhealth.vic.gov.au. For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health. Preferred applicants may be required to complete a police check and other pre-employment checks including proof of 3 vaccinations (including booster) 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.