Product Development Lead

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services.

• Fixed Term Full Time (1.0 EFT / 80 Hours) Ending Jan 2026
• Managers and Administrative Worker Grade 5
• Located at The Alfred
• Great Staff Benefits

The Opportunity

We are seeking an innovative and experienced Product Development Lead to join our Analytics Partnering team within the Data & Analytical Services department. This is an exciting opportunity to bridge the gap between technical development and business needs, driving the creation of data-driven solutions that transform healthcare delivery.

The Role

As a Product Development Lead at Alfred Health, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of healthcare analytics. You will drive the design and implementation of innovative data solutions that enhance patient care, improve operational efficiency, and support cutting-edge research. You'll work at the intersection of technology and healthcare, leading a collaborative effort to deliver impactful analytics products and services.

In this role, you will:

• Lead the design and development of data science and analytics solutions using design thinking methodologies

• Facilitate workshops and stakeholder engagement to capture user needs and business requirements

• Drive agile project delivery and maintain product backlogs across multiple initiatives

• Collaborate with data scientists, researchers, and developers to define product roadmaps

• Conduct user research and usability testing to inform product decisions

• Develop KPIs and metrics to measure product success and drive improvements

• Support grant applications with project feasibility assessments and resource planning

You'll have the opportunity to work with diverse stakeholders across the healthcare spectrum, translating complex technical concepts into actionable solutions. This role offers a unique combination of strategic thinking and hands-on product development, directly contributing to improved healthcare outcomes.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, Information Systems, or Healthcare Management

• 3+ years of experience in product development, preferably in healthcare analytics

• Strong background in design thinking and user-centered design principles

• Experience with agile methodologies and project coordination

• Excellence in workshop facilitation and stakeholder engagement

• Working knowledge of data science concepts and analytics workflows

• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills

• Proficiency with project management tools (Jira preferred)

• Healthcare industry experience (desirable)

• Relevant certifications (e.g., CSPO, PMP) are advantageous

Why Join Us?

• Drive innovation in healthcare analytics

• Work with cutting-edge data science technologies

• Shape the future of healthcare delivery

• Collaborative and supportive work environment

• Competitive salary and benefits

• Salary packaging

• Novated leasing

• Onsite gym

• Easy public transport access

Enquiries: Theo Christian (Analytics Partnering Manager) on 0437 948 528

Applications Close: 11pm AEST, Thursday 28th November 2024

Alfred Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce that reflects the community we serve.  Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders are encouraged.

In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption. 

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au