Digital Solutions and Analytics Manager - Medicines Formulary

About The RoleThe Digital Solutions and Analytics Manager will focus on bridging business needs with technological solutions to support the design, development and implementation of the Victorian Statewide Medicines Formulary and other medicines and pharmacy related improvement projects.This role will manage a team to lead the end-to-end scoping, development, implementation, and continuous improvement of an IT solution to support the implementation and monitoring of the Victorian Statewide Medicines Formulary. This role is pivotal in ensuring the system is user-centred, compliant, and adaptable to evolving project needs.The intent of this IT solution is to be a sector-wide digital platform that empowers clinicians and health services with timely, accurate formulary information at point of care, integrates (where possible) with existing digital health infrastructure, and enable robust monitoring to inform sustainable procurement and medicines use strategies to ensure all patients receive equitable access to medicines across the state.This leadership role involves eliciting, analysing, and documenting business requirements, identifying opportunities for process and system improvements, and ensuring technological solutions align with clinical, operational and strategic objectives.The Digital Solutions and Analytics Manager will develop and maintain effective relationships across a range of internal and external stakeholders, including across Safer Care Victoria, strategically aligned policy and program areas of the Department of Health, Victorian public health services, clinicians and technology vendors. The Digital Solutions and Analytics Manager will work collaboratively to support the monitoring and reporting of progress against the project's objectives and timelines, embedding a continuous improvement approach to delivery.The role reports to the Director, Medicines and Pharmacy Improvement Program, and will work closely with other team members to contribute to the work of the wider Improvement branch and ensure the implementation and delivery against the Safer Care Victoria Corporate Plan and strategic objectives.To be successful in this role, you will be a high performing individual, agile and adaptable to changing project priorities. You will have strong leadership, analytical, problem solving, policy development and communication skills. The role would be suited to individuals who are comfortable working with complex issues, in multidisciplinary and cross-functional teams and with a range of internal and external stakeholders.About UsAt 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 YouTertiary qualifications in a relevant discipline (e.g., Pharmacy, Business Information Systems, Health Informatics, Business Administration) and/or equivalent.Post-graduate qualification in a relevant discipline is desirable. Proven experience in digital health sector engagement.Desirable, 5 years minimum program and project management experience and Health Sector experience, preferably in business projects and ICT application implementationExpertise in health informatics, particularly related to medicines management.Proven ability to drive innovation and manage large-scale digital projects, including large vendor engagements.A practical understanding of procurement and medicines governance in health services is highly regarded.What We OfferThe 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 ApplyApplications 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. 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