Job title: Senior Policy and Project Officer
Company: State Government of Victoria
Job description: The Department of Families, Fairness and Housing (DFFH) works hard to create equal opportunities for all Victorians to live a safe, respected and valued life.Our areas of focus are child protection, housing, disability, the prevention of family violence, multicultural affairs, LGBTIQA+ equality, veterans, women and youth. The work we do benefits thousands of Victorians, particularly those who are disadvantaged and vulnerable.We work in a variety of community-based settings, including people’s homes, residential facilities and secure settings across metropolitan, rural and regional Victoria.We are committed to developing and supporting a workforce that is well equipped and highly motivated. All jobs can be worked flexibly, and we encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people and people from diverse backgrounds and abilities. .If you’re having any trouble viewing this ad and would like it or any attachments in an accessible format (such as large print), please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on the ad.For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)Job DetailsDepartment: Homes Victoria Work Type: Ongoing – full time Job Function: Policy Classification: VPSG5 Work Location: Melbourne – CBD Reference: VG/DFFH/HV/484462A Closing Date: 03-Mar-2025 Salary Range: $109,730 – $132,764 Job Duration: N/A Attachments: (Word, 144KB)Contact: Leanne Roberts
Leanne.Roberts@homes.vic.gov.auPosition DetailsTHE ROLEThe Senior Policy and Project Officer is responsible for actively contributing to the development, design and implementation of new reform and changes to service delivery. This role will support the Unit’s work in ensuring the system and services deliver more flexible supports that are tailored to people’s needs and focus on preventing homelessness and sustaining housing and towards zero rough sleeping.The Senior Policy and Project Officer will undertake research, analysis, policy development and design work and will work effectively with stakeholders to gather information, insights, support and contribute to policy and project governance bodies. Collaborating with external homelessness agencies, colleagues within DFFH and across the Victorian Government is also a significant part of the role.ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
- Keep accurate and complete records of your work activities in accordance with legislative requirements and the department’s records, information security and privacy policies and requirements.
- Take reasonable care for your own health and safety and for that of others in the workplace by working in accordance with legislative requirements and the department’s occupational health and safety (OHS) policies and procedures.
- Demonstrate how the actions and outcomes of this role and work unit impact clients and the department’s ability to deliver, or facilitate the delivery of, effective support and services.
Please open the position description to read more.HOW TO APPLYAll VPS employees (and ex-VPS employees with extended access to the Jobs and Skills Exchange website) MUST apply via the (JSE)
https://jse.vic.gov.au/user/login?destination=/new-home-page
portal.Applicants are encouraged to apply online. Attachments can be uploaded in .doc, .docx, .pdf, .txt or .rtf formats.
Applicants are required to submit a CV and Cover Letter (max 2 pages) outlining their suitability to the role in line with the Key Selection Criteria.
Applicants must be an Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident or hold a valid work permit or visa. Work eligibility will be checked as part of the recruitment process.
Preferred candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening, including a national police check and misconduct screening.For more information on working with us and our recruitment process, please visit Department of Families, Fairness and Housing Victoria | Jobs (www.dffh.vic.gov.au/jobs)Please apply to submit your interest in this position.Job details Department: Homes Victoria
Job Reference: VG/DFFH/HV/484462A
Location: Melbourne – CBD
Work Type: Ongoing – full time
Job Function: Policy
Classification: VPSG5
Salary Range: $109,730 – $132,764
Job Duration: N/A
Date posted: 17-Feb-2025
Application Close Date: 03-Mar-2025
Attachments: (Word, 144KB)Contact:Leanne RobertsLeanne.Roberts@homes.vic.gov.au
Expected salary: $109730 – 132764 per year
Location: Melbourne, VIC
Job date: Tue, 18 Feb 2025 08:20:41 GMT
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