Description:
Health services agency seeks experienced Program Manager to lead a multimillion-dollar health record system rollout across multiple service locations
Program Manager opportunity
- $150,000 - $195,000 p.a. plus super dependent on experience
- Full-time, ongoing opportunity. Immediate start
- Melbourne CBD location
About the role
Our client, a health services agency, currently seeks an experienced Program Manager to lead a strategic state-wide health record system implementation. As the Program Manager, you will ensure that the program aligns the organisation's strategic plan while establishing and maintaining governance frameworks and oversight of delivery partners
You will provide strategic direction and leadership across multiple project streams, managing complex stakeholder relationships at executive and clinical levels throughout Victoria.
Key Accountabilities
Leading and directing the multimillion-dollar implementation of the health record system across multiple health service locations and stakeholder groups, the Program Manager will
- Develop and execute comprehensive program governance frameworks, including benefits realisation tracking, strategic roadmaps, and enterprise-wide change management strategies to ensure successful adoption across all Victorian public health facilities.
- Drive high-level stakeholder engagement across executive leadership, clinical leaders, and government stakeholders, including chairing committees, facilitating executive briefings, and managing complex interdependencies between clinical, technical, and operational workstreams.
- Establish and oversee program risk and assurance frameworks, ensuring compliance with Victorian government health regulations while maintaining focus on clinical safety and patient outcomes.
- Lead strategic vendor partnerships and commercial relationships, including contract negotiations and performance management to ensure optimal program outcomes.
- Direct post-implementation evaluation frameworks to measure program success against defined benefits and ROI metrics.
- Lead the development of the state-wide implementation strategy, including detailed rollout phases, clinical workflow redesign, and integration with existing health systems.
- Build and lead high-performing teams, including internal resources, vendors, and clinical subject matter experts.
Key Selection Criteria
The skills and experience you will need to demonstrate include:
- Minimum 10+ years' experience in complex program delivery, with at least 5 years leading healthcare technology implementations.
- Proven track record in delivering state-wide or large-scale healthcare transformation programs.
- Advanced knowledge of program and portfolio management methodologies (MSP, PgMP).
- Deep understanding of healthcare technology implementations, particularly EMR/EHR systems.
- Comprehensive knowledge of clinical governance frameworks and healthcare safety standards.
- Extensive experience in clinical change management and stakeholder engagement across multiple health services.
- Strong background in healthcare vendor management and system implementation.
- Demonstrated experience in managing complex governance structures including clinical, technical, and executive steering committees.
- Track record of successful benefits realisation in healthcare technology programs.
Qualifications/Knowledge
- Postgraduate qualifications in Business, Health Informatics, or related field.
- Professional program management certification - MSP, PgMP, or equivalent.
- Comprehensive understanding of change management frameworks and transformation methodologies to effectively oversee specialist resources delivering organisational change.
- Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of data migration principles, integration architectures, and interoperability requirements to provide strategic oversight while working with technical specialists.
- Current Victorian Driver's Licence is required.
How to apply
Please apply online using the appropriate link below forwarding a copy of your resume and cover letter highlighting your healthcare program delivery experience, your experience managing complex stakeholders and your suitability for the role. Please quote ref. 243801 when submitting your application.
Please note :
- Candidates that have submitted a cover letter or statement of useability addressing the key selection criteria will be considered only.
- Closing Date: Friday 28 January 2025