Project Officer
Project Officer
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.
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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)
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| Department: | Department of Families, Fairness and Housing |
| Work Type: | Fixed term - full time |
| Job Function: | Projects |
| Classification: | VPSG4 |
| Work Location: | Melbourne - CBD |
| Reference: | VG/DFFH/00716117 |
| Closing Date: | 26-Oct-2026 |
| Salary Range: | $100,894 - $114,476 |
| Job Duration: | Fixed term until: 03-DEC-2027 |
| Attachments: | 2026-10-12 00716117 VPS4 - Project Officer.pdf (PDF, 275KB) Position Description |
| Contact: | Kaz Dinsdale Mills kaz.dinsdalemills@familysafety.vic.gov.au |
Position Details
THE ROLE
The role of the Project Officer is to contribute to strategic policy and project-based work focussed on activities related to victim survivor programs and services. This will involve supporting the Victim Survivor Programs team with a wide range of activities including preparation of papers and briefs, and maintaining effective relationships.
Applicants should possess strong written skills, conceptual and analytical abilities, project management skills and be collaborative.
ACCOUNTABILITIES INCLUDE
- Contribute to the full life cycle of projects to meet departmental objectives including:
- Assisting in research, analysis and implementation of projects based on defined outcomes and outputs.
- Supporting the development and delivery of projects or sub-projects and their successful delivery and completion within resourcing, timeline and budget parameters.
- Contributing to the monitoring and evaluation of projects to ensure departmental objectives are met.
- Where responsible for overseeing, monitoring or delivering projects, ensure they are delivered in accordance with relevant legislation and government regulations and guidelines.
- Work collaboratively and assist the flow of information across the work unit and branch and across the department where required.
Please open the position description to read more.
HOW TO APPLY
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
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| Department: | Department of Families, Fairness and Housing |
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| Job Reference: | VG/DFFH/00716117 |
| Location: | Melbourne - CBD |
| Work Type: | Fixed term - full time |
| Job Function: | Projects |
| Classification: | VPSG4 |
| Salary Range: | $100,894 - $114,476 |
| Job Duration: | Fixed term until: 03-DEC-2027 |
| Date posted: | 12-Oct-2026 |
| Application Close Date: | 26-Oct-2026 |
| Attachments: | 2026-10-12 00716117 VPS4 - Project Officer.pdf (PDF, 275KB) Position Description |
| Contact: |
Kaz Dinsdale Mills
kaz.dinsdalemills@familysafety.vic.gov.au
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