Director Intergovernmental Relations, Budget Finance and Investment

Location:

Melbourne - CBD and Inner Metro suburbs

Reference:

VG/BFI/1909210

The 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.

About the role The Director, Intergovernmental Relations provides strategic leadership and authoritative advice to the Secretary, senior executives and Ministers on interjurisdictional health and human services policy and funding matters. The role leads high-level engagement with the Commonwealth and other jurisdictions, including the negotiation and management of national and bilateral funding agreements, to secure outcomes that advance Victoria's interests.

The Director drives a coordinated and proactive intergovernmental agenda through robust analysis, strategic influence and strong partnerships, supporting Victoria's participation in national bodies and shaping national policy and reform priorities.

The Director also provides critical financial stewardship across intergovernmental negotiations, ensuring funding agreements, national reforms and policy proposals are underpinned by robust modelling and analysis to assess financial impact, affordability and risk. Working closely with other divisions, the Director supports sustainable funding outcomes, strengthens funding and accountability arrangements, and provides advice that informs budget strategy and government decision-making to optimise Victoria's arrangements with other jurisdictions.

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

Provide authoritative advice to Ministers, the Secretary, senior executives and governance forums on interjurisdictional policy, legislative and funding matters, including implications for Victoria.

Shape departmental policy positions and contribute to strategic direction through executive-level advice and influence.

Provide strategic and intellectual leadership on complex intergovernmental reforms, resolving issues under pressure and within legislative, financial and organisational constraints.

Prepare, coordinate and quality-assure high-level briefings, submissions and papers for Ministers, the Secretary, Executive Board and intergovernmental bodies.

Possess a tertiary qualification in business management, public administration, or in human or community services.

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 inclusion@health.vic.gov.au . For more information on our commitment to inclusion and diversity see in inclusion and diversity at the Department of Health .

If you have any queries in relation to recruitment processes at Health, or experience any issues in applying, please feel free to email talentacquisition@health.vic.gov.au. Please note that unsolicited applications will not be replied to. If you have questions regarding the role specifically, we would advise you to reach out to the contact listed on the advertisement directly.

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Applications close Tuesday 3 March 2026 at 11.59pm #J-18808-Ljbffr